Spiaggia dei Conigli

"The isle of Lampedusa (the largest of the Pelagie Islands) is actually closer to Africa than mainland Sicily. Its scorched, bleached and brittle landscape resembles little of that typically associated with the Mediterranean. Here, Rabbit beach, all dazzling white and iridescent turquoise, has kept its unsullied character as part of the surrounding, fiercely protected nature reserve. Only accessible by boat or on foot (wear trainers) the beach is one of the few spots in Sicily where loggerhead turtles lay their eggs. The waters here are positively Caribbean – absurdly blue and gin-clear. There are no cafes or restaurants, so pack a picnic and retreat into the dunes or under a parasol for a castaway-style lunch."