Camping Village Le Diomedee

This close to the Mediterranean coast (can you get any closer?), it shouldn’t come as a surprise that there’s plenty to do next to the sea. Start in Vieste for beach days, strolls through the scenic old town and along the promenade, and boat tours among the sea caves. While in Vieste, climb aboard a ferry to the stunning Tremiti Islands, a 50-minute journey away in the Adriatic Sea – the island chain is a marine reserve and a top spot for diving, but there are caves, gorges and lush greenery too for activities above the waves. Once you’re back on the mainland, wander away from the coast for hikes through the ancient Forestra Umbra, or for below-surface explores in the cave at the fifth-century Santuario dell’Arcangelo Michele religious complex. If the kids are up for a car journey, treat them to a day of splashing around at AcquaFantasy waterpark an hour and a half away, or stay in the car for an extra hour to get them to the rides and stunt shows at Miragica theme park.