A Corsican Affair

As we enthusiastically usher in the spring equinox here in the Northern Hemisphere—the change in season with warming temps, rows of fields all abloom, lazy afternoons on park lawns and, eventually, sizzling beach vibes, excitement’s in the air. Over the next series of posts, we’ll thus be featuring some of our favorite Mediterranean islands to further inspire your next vacation destination. 

First up: Corsica (featured). What a marvelous place. From chic Bonifacio in its southernmost tip (a mere 13 or so miles from the north of Sardinia) to the capital, Ajaccio (the birthplace of the notorious Napoleon Bonaparte), and the northern city of Bastia, this island, though relatively smaller in comparison to some of the others, packs a punch. 

Simply put, it’s a stunningly beautiful island with a fascinating range of terrain and vegetation. Outdoorsy types and those with a penchant for hiking/trekking will enjoy its abundance of wilderness and on the other hand if you’d rather opt for some R&R, the coastline offers excellent beaches where one can while away the afternoon. 

If food and drink’s more of your inclination, it produces an impressive array of tasty wines, and an addictive aperitif, Cap Corse (which I desperately went in search of post my return to NY). The cuisine’s a mix of heavily influenced Italian and French staples - given its history - though it certainly boasts its own Corsican specialities. In addition to beauty and nourishment, we also found the people to be courteous and welcoming. 

Make it a pin on your next visit to the area.