World Directory, South America, Brazil, Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro

Immortalised in a popular song, 'The girl from Ipanema', this part of Rio offers not only its legendary beach, but numerous excellent hotels, bustling nightlife, sophisticated shopping opportunities and quality restaurants, all within walking distance of each other.

World Directory, Australia, Australia, New South Wales , Sapphire Coast

Get away from the hustle and bustle of every day life by visiting Magical Merimbula and relaxing and enjoying the jewel of the Sapphire Coast. There is something here for everyone including endless white sandy beaches and pristine clear waters of the ocean, lakes and rivers.

World Directory, Australia, Australia, New South Wales , Sydney

Mona Vale is a suburb in northern Sydney, in the state of New South Wales, Australia. It is located 28 kilometres north of the Sydney central business district and is the administrative centre of the local government area of Pittwater Council. Mona Vale is also part of the Northern Beaches region.

World Directory, Africa, South Africa, Western Cape, Cape Town

Blouberg is associated with pristine beaches and world famous views of the city of Cape Town, nestled at the foot of Table Mountain. Shopping centres, cinemas, restaurants, sporting facilities, internet cafes and a public library are all within easy walking distance.

World Directory, Europe, Spain, Valencia, Alicante

Benidorm is a Valencian coastal town and municipality located in the comarca of Marina Baixa, in the province of Alicante, Spain, by the Mediterranean Sea.

World Directory, North America, United States, Puerto Rico, Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico - The land of diverse island culture and mesmerizing beauty. As white sandy shores give way to clear ocean waters your mind and soul are whisked away to that dreamlike paradise of your youth. Forget about the worries of everyday life, forget about your stresses and give way to the relaxation and comfort that is, Puerto Rico.

World Directory, Europe, Greece, Peloponnese, Messenia

Stoupa is a village on the coast of southern Peloponnese in Greece. It is part of the municipality of Lefktro, in the prefecture of Messinia and the historic region of Mani Peninsula. Greek writer Nikos Kazantzakis met Alexis Zorbas here, and part of the story in Zorba the Greek took place around here. There is a large statue of Nikos Kazantzakis on the cliff overlooking Kalogria beach, at the crossroad for the beach.

World Directory, Australia, Australia, Victoria, Surf Coast Shire

With Victoria’s second city, Geelong, just 22km to the north and with two of the nation’s best surf beaches, Bells and Jan Juc, at the front doorstep, it was inevitable that Torquay would emerge as one of the state’s most popular coastal resorts. Standing at the eastern gateway to the Great Ocean Road, Torquay also introduces visitors to spectacular seafront drives west to Anglesea and the scenic gems of Victoria’s magnificent southern coast. The international surfing spotlight is focused on Torquay at Easter for the traditional Bells Beach titles, while recreational surfers can run the wave gauntlet secure in the knowledge that the beach is guarded by volunteers from Victoria’s largest surf lifesaving club.

World Directory, Europe, Netherlands, Zeeland, Walcheren

Vrouwenpolder is a village in the Dutch province of Zeeland. It is a part of the municipality of Veere, and lies about 9 km north of Middelburg.

World Directory, Australia, Australia, Queensland, North Queensland Newell Beach,

The Palms at Newell Beach in Newell Beach is a beachfront retreat and Australian beach house ideal for a tropical holiday with 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Attractions: Daintree Rainforest, Hot-Air Ballooning, Fishing Trips, Kuranda Markets, Mareeba Wetlands, Mossman Gorge Tours, Sailing, Snorkelling.