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Canada
Located within the Grand Beach Provincial Park, along the east shore of Lake Winnipeg, lies the 3 km stretch of fine white sand known as Grand Beach. This beach is divided into West Beach (the main beach) and East Beach (popular with families and close
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Monday, June 08, 2009
Honduras
Tela Beach Tela is a small town on the Caribbean coast, with an impressive beach (long and wide) on either side of the town. Tela Beach is regarded as a favourite destination for tourists looking for a beach in Honduras. Visited by locals as well, T
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Monday, April 20, 2009
Costa Rica
Manuel Antonio Beach Costa Rica's beaches rank among the best in the world. Part of the small but impressively beautiful Manuel Antonio National Park, Manuel Antonio Beach has been rated one of the top ten beaches worldwide. The beach is half a m
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Monday, April 20, 2009
Fiji
Natadola Beach – Viti Levu Just 40 minutes from Nadi, Natadola is the best white sand and surf beach on the main island of Viti Levu, and recently was voted as one of the world’s top ten beaches. Natadola Beach is the epitome of a romantic P
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Monday, April 20, 2009
Cook Islands
Muri Beach - Rarotonga Backed by palm and ironwood trees, Muri Beach is situated on the south-eastern coast of the island of Rarotonga. The beach forms a one kilometre crescent and faces four islets within a reef alive with marine life. Muri Beach i
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Monday, April 20, 2009
Maldives
Reethi Beach Reethi Beach is situated in the beautiful Baa Atoll, surrounded by uninhabited islands. It can be reached by seaplane from Male International Airport, the flight lasting about 40 minutes. It can also be reached by boat. Reethi Beach
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Sunday, April 19, 2009
Israel
Coral Beach - Eilat At Eilat beautiful beaches lie along the Red Sea coastline. The two main areas are North Beach (where major hotels are situated) and Coral Beach (further south). Eilat Coral Beach is a water-sport playground and many activiti
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Sunday, April 19, 2009
Japan
Okuma Beach - Okinawa Situated on the north side of Okinawa, Okuma Beach is one of the best get-away destinations the island has to offer. This white sandy beach stretches for 1 km and is part of the JAL Private Resort Hotel. However it is open to t
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Saturday, April 18, 2009
Philippines
Boracay Beach - Boracay Island Voted as one of the country’s most popular tourist destinations attracting 1000’s of visitors every year. Boracay beach is a beautiful small island bordered by coral reefs. Boracay beach is a 4 km wide White Sand Be
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Saturday, April 18, 2009
West Africa
Lumley Beach - Freetown Freetown is a city sandwiched between the Atlantic Ocean and the mountains. The wide and sandy Lumley Beach is the main beach area of Freetown and can be reached easily with public transport. Lumley Beach is situated in a
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Saturday, April 18, 2009
Mozambique
Wimbe Beach - Pemba Wimbe Beach is a stretch of golden sand lying between the warm Indian Ocean and the swaying palms of Mozambique’s Cabo Delgado province. Wimbe Beach is one of the best sport fishing spots in the world, as deep channels close i
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Saturday, April 18, 2009
North Africa
Tunisia Beaches - Tunis Miles of idyllic beaches have made Tunisia one of the main vacation destinations for world travellers since the 1960s. The area offers several beachfront hotels, many nightclubs and restaurants and some interesting shopping.
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Saturday, April 18, 2009
The Caribbean
Pink Sand Beach - Harbour Island Known as 'Briland' to the locals, Harbour Island is only 3 miles long and half a mile wide. Formerly the capital of the Bahamas, Dunmore Town with its magnificent Georgian architecture, is the commercial and social h
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Wednesday, April 15, 2009
Australia
Esperance Beach Esperance is famous for its clear blue waters and white sandy beaches. In fact a national committee of scientific experts have verified that the whitest beach in Australia is Lucky Bay, near Esperance. Esperance also lays claim to
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Tuesday, April 14, 2009
The Netherlands
Zandvoort Beach - Zandvoort The closest beach to Amsterdam, Zandvoort Beach consists of high-quality smooth sand, wide and long. The beach faces west and is great for both relaxing and recreation. Watersports include windsurfing and kite surfing.
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Saturday, April 11, 2009
Namibia
Wedged between the icy Atlantic and some of the largest sand dunes in the world lies the small beach resort of Langstrand (Long Beach). The area came into recent fame because Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt stayed there during her pregnancy with baby Shil
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Saturday, April 11, 2009
East Africa
Nungwi Beach - Zanzibar Guardian Travel's Gavin McOwan writes: 'The powder-white sand is so fine it literally squeaks between your toes.' West Nungwi beach is known for its backpacker lodges, beach bars and parties, with East Nungwi beach having
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Tuesday, March 24, 2009
Turkey
Patara Beach - Patara Patara is a small village on the south-west Aegean coast of Turkey, known as the Turquoise Coast. Ranging from antiquity - Patara was once a major Roman port. Patara Beach and ruins are part of a National Park, for which one n
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Monday, March 23, 2009
Vietnam
China Beach - Da Nang China Beach (Non Nuoc beach) is a never-ending unspoilt white sand beach situated between Da Nang and Hoi An. While China Beach is remembered by Americans and Australians for the ugliness of war in the 70’s, today it is off
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Monday, March 23, 2009
Sweden
Smedsuddsbadet Beach - Stockholm One of Stockholm city’s 2 beaches and located on Kungsholmen by the calm waters of Riddarfjärden, Smedsuddsbadet Beach is very popular with locals and is perfect for all who enjoy sand and sun. There are pu
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Monday, March 23, 2009
Italy
Terracina Beach - Terracina Terracina Beach is among the best beaches in Italy and lies about midway between Rome and Naples. As the small town of Terracina is not the typical tourist trap, prices are not inflated and Terracina Beach isn’t over
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Monday, March 23, 2009
Seychelles
Beau Vallon Beach – Mahe Only a 3km bus ride over the hill from Victoria, the capital of Mahe, lies the beautiful Beau Vallon Beach. Shaded at intervals by takamaka trees, the clean sand stretches around the calm turquoise waters of Beau Vallon bay.
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Monday, March 23, 2009
Uruguay
Cabo Polonio Beach – La Paloma In direct contrast to Punta del Este and its environs lies the beach town of Cabo Polonio. With no roads and limited electricity, this is truly a place where you can “get away from it all”. 4 hours from Montevideo and
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Monday, March 23, 2009
Argentina
Pinamar Beach - Pinamar Situated on the Atlantic coastline 400 km (approx 5 hours driving) from Buenos Aires, Pinamar Beach is considered the best choice for high brow Argentinian beachgoers. Strewn with pine clad dunes (Pinamar means ‘pine sea’
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Wednesday, March 18, 2009
France
French Riviera Beaches The French Riviera is known in France as the Cote d’Azur. The coastline is known for its stunning cliffs and sweeping beaches, and as the sun sets the vibrant night life begins. The warm clear blue waters of the Mediterran
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Wednesday, March 18, 2009
Croatia
Zlatni Rat (Golden Horn) Beach - Brac Island, Bol One of the best windsurfing spots in Croatia, Zlatni Rat Beach is situated near the town of Bol on the island of Brac. You can take a water taxi from Bol to Zlatni Rat Beach or take a pleasant 25 min
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Tuesday, March 17, 2009
Ibiza
Cala Vadella Beach Just 10 minutes drive from San José, Cala Vadella Beach lies in protected bay surrounded by pine clad hills. This is a prime anchorage for motor boats and private yachts. The waters of Cala Vadella Beach are crystal clear
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Sunday, March 15, 2009
South Africa
Nahoon Beach – East London East London's most popular beach is Nahoon Beach, home to the East London Surf Live Saving Club and the venue for many national surfing competitions. Nahoon Beach is known throughout the South African surfing community for
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Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Spain
Cala Mondrago Beach - Mallorca Cala Mondrago beach is in the south/east corner of Majorca, and is considered one of the best beaches in the Balearics. Cala Mondrago beach is a secluded spot some 8km south of the town of Cala d'Or and its relative
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Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Portugal
Praia dos Pescadores - Albufeira Portugal Praia dos Pescadores is a little corner beach in Albufeira, which is visible at the top of the cliffs. The buildings that are visible from the beach are very attractive, being a blend of period and modern pr
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Wednesday, March 04, 2009
Britain
Gullane Beach - Edinburgh Gullane Beach is about 20 miles from Edinburgh in the little village of Gullane, and as with many other beaches that surround Edinburgh, it is quite beautiful and peaceful. Gullane Beach is popular with surfers and th
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Sunday, March 01, 2009
New Zealand
Ninety Mile Beach – Paynesville, North Island, New Zealand Ninety Mile Beach is located on the western coast of the North Island. The beach stretches from the west of Kaitaia towards Cape Reinga and along the Aupouri Peninsula ending at Scott Point.
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Sunday, March 01, 2009
Hawaii
Kapalua Beach – Maui - Hawaii With 120 miles of coastline Maui boasts over 30 miles of beaches of which Kapalua Beach is just one of the most beautiful sparkling crystal blue water and golden sand beaches. Kapalua Beach is one of the typical Hawaiia
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Saturday, February 28, 2009
Thailand
Koh Pha-Ngan Beaches - Koh Pha-Ngan -Thailand Koh Pha-Ngan is located in the province of Surat Thani in the Southern Gulf of Thailand. Koh Pha-Ngan is part of a cluster of forty islands known as Samui Archipelago. The beaches on Koh Pha-Ngan are so
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Saturday, February 28, 2009
Malaysia
Emerald Bay - Pangkor Laut Malaysia Emerald Bay, listed in the top ten world's best beaches, is on the privately-owned Pangkor Laut, a 300 acre island and resort in the Straits of Malacca. The ambience is one of peace and relaxation. Although Eme
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Saturday, February 28, 2009
Mexico
Maroma Beach - Cancun Mexico Maroma Beach is located on the coast of the Yucatan Peninsula and 30 miles from Cancun. Maroma Beach is one of the many beautiful beaches in Mexico, and often referred to as Mexico’s most exquisite secret. Maroma B
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Saturday, February 28, 2009
Florida
Fort De Soto Park - Florida Fort De Soto Park consists of several interconnected islands located off the southern-most tip of land in Florida. The islands once served a fort for which the park is named. Fort De Soto protected the entrance to Tampa
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Friday, February 27, 2009
California
Newport Beach - California Newport Beach is located 50 miles south of Los Angeles and contains 7 islands set on 22 square miles of ocean. Man-made harbours mooring a variety of yachts (including those in the millionaire class), waterfront homes and
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Friday, February 27, 2009
India
Arambol Beach - Goa India One of the best beaches in India, Arambol beach is secluded and unspoilt. Arambol beach is an ideal place to relax and enjoy the outstanding natural beauty and environment. The Arambol beach is so vast that it is easy to
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Friday, February 20, 2009
Brazil
Porto da Barra Beach - Salvador Brazil Rated as one of the most famous beaches in Salvador the Porto da Barra beach with its calm sea is an ideal swimming beach any time of the day. Porto da Barra beach does however get somewhat crowded at weekends
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Friday, February 20, 2009
Greece
Mykonos Beaches - Mykonos Greece A favourite vacation destination of the rich and famous, the island of Mykonos, part of the Cyclades, lies off the coast of Greece. Its sandy beaches attract wealthy celebrities and tourists from all over the world,
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Friday, February 20, 2009
