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Beach Holiday

Sea, sand, sun and fun! This is the stuff of day dreams! Many have spent hours imagining what it would be like to leave behind the busyness of every day life. To spend lazy days, relaxing in the shade, a cool drink in your hand. Or lying on a white sandy beach on an almost deserted island, the heat from the sun colouring your skin. Even taking a leisurely stroll along the shore, the sand in your toes being washed away as you venture closer to the clear waters.

Yes, for many, whether for a day, a week, or longer at a beach resort, this would be the ideal holiday.

Holidaying at the beach, resort or town offer more than one would think. There are many activities that you can choose from to make yours a memorable and exciting vacation. You can choose to spend a day brushing up on or acquiring skills on the golf course. Or you can be a spectator at water sport events such as water and jet ski rallies. There are even amateur events you can partake in, if you’re daring enough. The children will have fun building sand castles and participating in fun activities for under 21’s that some have in store for them, while the adults can go scuba diving or fishing. Some can even spend time reacquainting themselves with each other over moonlit dinners by candle light on huts along the beach.

Some of the best rated Beaches in Europe:

  • Crantock Beach - Cornwall, England
    5 minute walk from the cottages in Crantock village. Great family beach.Golden sand, tufted dunes. Surfing. Toilet facilities available. Refreshments in the Summer.
  • Kefalonia - Greece
    Remote beach. Cobalt blue waters. Horse back riding Caves to delight the adventurous. Thriving night life.
  • Brighton - England
    Perfect English Seaside escape offering family fun with the lively mainland attractions.Carousel rides, rock candy treats, live entertainment. Art works display and museums. Gay pride parades. Shops and traditional English restaurants.
  • St Tropez - France
    One of the world’s most beautiful and popular beach. Celebrity hideaway.Clear green water, white sand. Luxurious hotels and restaurants. Very active night life.
  • Ibiza - Spain
    Gorgeous beaches coloured by lush vegetation and aquamarine waters. Tranquil coves; tourist-filled hot spots. All day, nightly sunset and monthly full moon parties. Water sports - windsurfing, scuba or snorkelling. Museums, churches and restaurants.

Some of the best rated Beaches in the Caribbean:

  • Bottom Bay - Barbados
    White beach framed by tall coral cliffs. Swaying coconut palm trees. Exotic underwater life.
  • Paradise Beach - Bahamas
    White sand, turquoise beach. Water sports: parasailing, snorkelling, personal watercraft and boat rentals. Luxurious resort, shops, restaurants, a golf course, and a casino. Day care and activities offered.
  • Trunk Bay - St. John US Virgin Island
    Great family beach. Clear, warm waters and silky coral sands. Snorkelling, underwater photography, hiking. Sunset dinners.
  • Sosua - Dominican Republic
    Most picturesque beach featuring a backdrop of towering cliffs, calm, clear, deep turquoise water. Glass bottom boat tour, water sporting events. Shopping and restaurants offering traditional Caribbean cuisine.
  • Store Bay - Tobago
    Beautiful family beach. Glass bottom cruises to Buccoo reef which has the world’s largest coral, and the Nylon Pool. Clear, calm and warm water. Breathtaking sunsets. Kiosks selling a wide variety of local dishes and lively crafts.

Some of the best rated Beaches World wide:

  • Myrtle Beach - South Carolina, USA
    Fishing expeditions. Water sports. Group tours of historical and cultural sites/ activities. Savoury restaurants, showcasing locally caught seafood and family-friendly dining. Live entertainment theatres and exciting nightlife. Outlet malls, specialty boutiques, flea markets, and specialty stores.
  • Playa Caracol & Punta Cancun - Mexico
    Shallow clear water and flat bottom makes it excellent for children. Water sports, sand volleyball. Submarine and dive tours. Restaurants and bars.
  • Panama City Beach - Florida
    Sandy white beach. Emerald green water. Amusement parks. Hotels and restaurants offering children’s programs and meals. Water sports. Numerous souvenir shops. Parties at local night spots. Live entertainment.
  • Palm Beach - Maldives
    Near deserted areas. Clear, warm waters. Coral reefs. Scuba diving - swim with stingrays, eels, turtles, dolphins and sharks. Underwater photography. Active cultural night life.
  • Poipu Beach - Kauai, Hawaii
    Beach park with calm and shallow water ideal for children. Swimming, surfing and snorkelling. Palm trees. Picnic tables. Golf courses, horseback riding, hiking, kayaking, biking, fishing, sailing.

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