Enjoy nightlife with a twist and get traditional at Murcia’s many tapas and flamenco bars. Along with the traditional joints, the town is also well known for its lively bars, nightclubs and casinos which are often buzzing until the early hours of the morning. Days can be spent browsing the traditional buildings or lazing at sundrenched Mediterranean beaches, famous for their beauty.

Faro is the provincial capital of the Algarve and offers visitors an interesting snapshot of historical Portugal before they head to a nearby sunshine resort such as Lagos or Albufeira. Browse the quaint old town or enjoy some fresh seafood at one of the town’s many restaurants then sample some Portuguese sangria with the welcoming locals.

A trip to Malta is the ideal relaxation holiday and has an incredible number of beaches, considering the small islands size. The combined cultural influences ensure a visit will be memorable as you soak in the North African, Arabic and Sicilian touches that can be found in the language, food and architecture. But despite these outward influences, Malta has a character all of its own which you can relish at the islands colourful street festivals.

Crete is one of Europe’s most popular holiday destinations and it’s no wonder with its sun soaked, sandy beaches, amazing food, rich history and most importantly, the lively nightlife. Originally famous for archaeological treasures (many of which can be found in the capital Heraklion) the island is now better known for the amazing nightlife and crazy clubs of Malia – Greece’s wildest party resort.

The palm tree lined boulevards of Antalya are almost always sun drenched due to the Turkish city’s mostly warm climate. Film and football are the most appreciated interests here, with film festivals rolling in and out of town throughout the year and the locals proudly displaying their love for the beautiful game at Atatürk stadium. The city’s interesting history and unspoiled beaches are also worthy pulling points for many visitors.

For a perfect Greek island getaway, you can’t beat Corfu. The beautiful greenery and dramatic clay stone cliffs make for good views while sipping a mythos beer in a beach side bar. You can find it all here: historical Roman architechture in Corfu town, beautiful beaches in Agios Georgio or Sidari and buzzing nightlife in Kavos.

For year round sunshine, lazy beaches and a dramatic volcanic landscape, Lanzarote is the ideal island escape. Resorts are generally quieter than those of other Canary Islands, but what they lack in parties they make up for in total relaxation. Costa Teguise and Playa Blanca are filled with luxury hotels and traditional Spanish restaurants, but if you can’t be kept from a party Puerto Del Carmen has a few wild nightlife options.

The closest Canary Island to Africa, Fuerteventura clocks up a whopping 3000 hours of sunshine each year- so take your sun cream and prepare to get tanning on one of the many sandy beaches. Water sports are big business here, as conditions are perfect for surfing, windsurfing and diving. On a rare day off the beach, why not visit the island’s astounding sand dunes or take a boat trip to the nearby Lanzarote?

Offering everything from sunbathing to rock climbing, theme parks to camel trips and shopping to golfing, Gran Canaria has it all. And you can top off your energetic days in style at one of the island’s many bars or nightclubs. Party Resorts include the capital, Las Palmas, Playa del Inglés and Maspalomas, where live music and DJ sets have the crowds rocking until the early hours each night.

In Tenerife the sun nearly always shines – with a similar climate to the Sahara Desert, the island enjoys warm weather all year round. Aside from sunbathing for that all important envy-inducing tan, there are plenty of other things to do here. Countless bars and nightclubs are guaranteed to show you a good time as you take in the island’s lively nightlife, while daytime activities include water park excursions and golfing.