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Visiting Corsica: paradisiacal beaches<\/strong>, surprising citadels<\/strong>, majestic mountains<\/strong>… the beauty of the landscapes of the island of Corsica offers you unforgettable holidays!But to make sure your trip to Corsica is a success<\/strong>, it’s best to have some information in mind and be well prepared. On this page, we have gathered all our travel tips<\/strong> to help you make the right choices and to find the trip that suits you: when, how, where…<\/p>\n\n

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This guide is completely independent<\/strong>, based on our experiences. We visited the region anonymously, making our own choices and paying our bills in full.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n

Visiting Corsica: top 10 travel tips <\/h2>\n\n

Don’t want to read the whole article, want to get to the point?Here are our top 10 tips for a successful trip to Corsica:<\/p>\n\n

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  1. Book your flights, ferries, cars and hotels well in advance, especially if you are going in summer. Many French people come to the island for the school vacations, the places fill up quickly and the prices go up.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Consider the ferry<\/strong> if you want to bring your car and there are more than 2 of you traveling – see ferry availability<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Consider flying<\/strong> if you live far from the Mediterranean (to reduce travel time) – compare flight prices<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. If you rent a car<\/strong>, choose a car that is not too big and avoid low power cars because the roads are mountainous – see car offers<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Make sure you have a valid ID, even for the ferry.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n
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    1. Don’ t over-plan<\/strong> each day. At each location you will want to explore and enjoy.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    2. Don’t limit yourself to the seaside, explore the magnificent Corsican mountains.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    3. Put on your hiking<\/strong> boots, it’s the best way to appreciate these wonderful landscapes. <\/li>\n\n\n\n
    4. Take the time to listen to a concert of Corsican polyphonies<\/strong>. It’s a really powerful experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    5. Respect the locals, their culture and nature! <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n
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      Clarification before continuing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n

      Corsica is an absolutely beautiful destination, from the sharp peaks to the turquoise waters and white sand.But make no mistake, it is not for everyone.It is for nature lovers, who accept the winding roads due to the mountains (and the crowds if you go in summer). Its charm is undeniable but very different from other French regions. If you are looking for museums, castles and cities full of architectural wonders, choose another destination (the Loire<\/a>, for example). <\/p>\n\n

      Tips 1 to 4 – How to travel to Corsica<\/h2>\n\n

      1. Where is Corsica? In which country? How to get there?<\/h3>\n\n

      Corsica is a French island in the Mediterranean Sea, nestled between France and Italy.The island is located in the north of Sardinia and is geographically closer to Italy than to France.Here is a map of Europe to help you visualize its position.You can get there either by plane or by ferry.There is no bridge or tunnel to reach the island.<\/p>\n\n

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      2. How to get to Corsica by plane? What flights?<\/h3>\n\n

      The island has 4 international airports: Bastia, Ajaccio, Figari and Calvi.Bastia and Calvi serve the north of Corsica, Figari and Ajaccio rather the south.The most important airport is Ajaccio, followed by Bastia.<\/p>\n\n

      The local company is called Air Corsica, but the island is also served by Air France, Transavia, Easyjets and other companies.There are flights from many major European cities.But if you start your trip outside of Europe, you will necessarily have a stopover.<\/p>\n\n

      The duration of the flights are:<\/p>\n\n