Beautiful Mediterranean island just 3.5-hours from UK is just like the Bahamas

Tourists find it 'impossible to leave' this picture-postcard island, that confidently competes with the tropical delights of the Caribbean.

Boasting , turquoise waters, and sun-drenched plazas - this tiny island proves you don't need to travel halfway across the world to find a slice of paradise. Located just off the coast of Tunisia, is a true melting pot of culture, history, and coastal living - and has miraculously avoided the tourist limelight.

Believed to have been described by Homer as the 'land of the Lotus-eaters', this isle attracted just 278,000 visitors in the first nine months of 2024 - a mere fraction compared to insufferably busy. The low influx of holidaymakers is what makes this island so appealing - and why it needs to be on the top of your bucket list this summer.

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"Though a small island, Djerba contains the ingredients of many people's idea of the ideal holiday vacation: soft, sandy beaches, warm Mediterranean waters, loads of activities, and an array of shops selling a good range of local handicrafts," hail travel experts over at . "It also sports a maze of cobblestone streets and a history of ethnic and religious diversity more pronounced than in the rest of the country."

If you're not a fan of spending the day chilling at the beach, don't worry. Take a trip over to Djerba Traditional Heritage Museum to learn about the country's fascinating history - spanning from the island's Jewish history to the pottery industry and food sector. El Ghriba synagogue is also a sight to marvel at - with blue-painted columns, multi-coloured tiles and stained glass housing worships since the 19th century.

You can fly directly to Djerba from just two UK airports: London Luton and Manchester. Flights take on average around three hours and 25-minutes, and appear to be provided exclusively by easyJet. If you're flexible with dates, you can grab return fares for as little as £119 in July*.

While Djerba has become a hotspot for huge all-inclusive resorts, staying on the island doesn't have to cost you a small fortune. For example, a week's stay (Monday, July 7 -14) at the no-thrills . This is based on two adults sharing a Double Room and works out at around £37.50 per person, per night.

Of course, if you are wanting a more luxurious visit, there are plenty of private villas, five-star hotels, and penthouse suites to choose from Check out the , which is offering a on the exact same dates.

*Prices based on Skyscanner and Booking.com listings at the time of writing.

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