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IF YOU GO

The closest airport to Formentera is in Ibiza. Air Canada and Lufthansa offer non-stop flights from Toronto to Madrid, connect to Ibiza on Iberia, Air Europa and Vueling airlines. From there, its a half-hour on the high-speed ferry ($42 one-way) to Formentera.

WHERE TO STAY

Out-of-the-way Talaya Formentera features 10 bungalows and four smaller studios set among gardens and a pristine beach. From $212 a night. Platja de Migjorn Km 7; talayaformentera.es

Agriturismo Es Pas has eight hectares of farmland and olive vineyards, views of the sea and eight bedrooms that can rented individually or as the whole building. From $180 a night. formenteraagriturismo.com

With the scarcity of hotels on Formentera, apartment rental is a common and cost-effective alternative. The units at beachfront Viviendas Turisticas Vacacionales Allida are clean and comfortable, with free WiFi and a swimming pool. From $45 a night. Es Mal Pas; allidaformentera.com

WHERE TO EAT

Overlooking a pristine cove, Es Calo serves up super-fresh fish, meats such as Iberian ham and what may be the best paella on the island. C. Vicari Joan Mari, 14, Es Calo de Sant Agusti; restauranteescalo.com

Restaurante La Savina wins for romance with its sunset views, top-notch service and a creative, Mediterranean menu with dishes such as crab-stuffed rigatoni and, thanks to its vegan chef, options like vegan tiramisu. Avenida Mediterranea 20-40, La Savina; hostal-lasavina.com

Es Codol Foradat is an out-of-the-way spot on Playa de Migjorn with simple, fresh fare and moderate prices. Migjorn Km 8.9

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