Posts Tagged "beach destinations"

Bounded by Asia (India), Africa, Australia and Antarctica, the Indian Ocean prides itself with precious clear beaches, turquoise waters, stunning islands and marvelous scenery, being frequently considered the most appealing marine destination on Earth. Extremely popular among honeymooners, the breathtaking islands scattered throughout the Indian Ocean greets visitors with white powdery sands, incredibly clear waters kissing your feet, stunning natural landscapes and plenty of unique activities.   Seychelles Seychelles spans an archipelago of 115 granite and coral islands scattered in the warm beautiful waters of the Indian Ocean. The main islands are Praslin, La Digue and Mahe, all of them featuring stunning tropical beaches, superb coral reefs, beautiful...

Located in the northwest side of Zakynthos, right next to Anafotiria village, Navagio Beach is probably the most exotic and beautiful beach in Greece, and maybe in Europe. Featuring some incredible clear waters, white powdery sand and a striking backdrop of steep cliffs, the cove resembles perfectly that Thai dream landscape frequently featured in movies and postcards. Pretty unusual for a typical European beach, Navagio, also known as Shipwreck Cove or Smugglers Cove due to the Panagiotis ship abandoned here in 1983, can be reached by boat from the nearby Porto Vromi, from the port of Saint Nicholas or from Zakynthos city. There are no public facilities on Navagio Beach, but this is in fact the thing that makes it so special, isolated and magical – A turquoise...

Ibiza, The Island that never sleeps, has always been considered a mecca for partygoers, but behind the party atmosphere, the impressive collection of world-famous clubs, the flamboyant nightlife, the lively gay scene, the offshore fiestas and the energetic afternoons on Playa d’en Bossa, the island has plenty to offer. The third largest piece of land in the Balearic Islands after Mallorca and Menorca, Ibiza lies in the western Mediterranean Sea as a glittering spot and a favorite destination among celebrities and partyers. Therefore, not many know that the island boasts a rich culture, amazing landscape, plenty of opportunities to enjoy, charming villages and an excellent choice of beaches. And somehow ironically, the effervescent island of Ibiza hosts some of...

Very well placed in the heart of Portugal’s most famous destination – Algarve, Faro is the southernmost city of the Portuguese mainland and an ideal point of starting your summer holiday in the country of fado music, colonial towns, wonderful beaches and Cristiano Ronaldo. Not extremely popular among tourists visiting Europe, Faro is a beautiful city with something for everyone, from art and history for culture enthusiasts, beaches and amazing sites for explorers as well as an exciting nightlife suiting anyone’s taste. Faro’s privileged location in the heart of the Ria Formosa Natural Park, offers you the opportunity to enrich your experience by exploring this amazing nature paradise of sand dunes, islands, lagoons, unbelievably clear waters, Roman...

Singapore, the smallest state in South Asia, the world’s most dense island and one of the liveliest cities on Earth, has been ranked, according to several recent surveys, as one of the hottest travel destinations of 2012, second only to “evergreen” cities such as London, Paris or Bangkok. Boasting an incredible neon skyline, a pulsating nightlife scene, miles of restaurants, bars and shopping malls, a colorful mix of cultures, a stylish Marina Bay and over 50% of its area covered with greenery, The City of Gardens offers an incredible diversity for any kind of tourists, from adventurers to culture devotee and luxury spotters. Due to its elegance and classy vibe, Singapore has frequently been called “The Switzerland of Asia”. After its fabulous cuisine,...

Italy, with its amazing history, secret societies, and famous facades breathing art through everything, is one of the most beautiful countries in Europe, and so is Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, the home of Mount Etna, Godfather and the lovely Taormina. Featuring an unbelievable landscape, lovely beaches and ancient traces, Taormina lies beautifully on the Ionian coast in the east of Sicily, still impressing its visitors like it did once with Goethe, Nietzsche, Wagner, Oscar Wilde or the German painter, Otto Geleng, who made it famous. With the spectacular and still active Mt. Etna as its backdrop, the old hilltop town of Taormina boasts an interesting artistic past. Once the muse and even the shelter of emigrant artists enthralled by its beauty,...