On the 48th anniversary of the Stonewall Riot in New York City, its spirit has spread to Latin America, where after Europe and the USA, significant chunks this region have seen, despite the traditionally conservative nature of Latin society, the grea
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Ocean City is a resort town on a barrier island off a stretch of southern Maryland coast, featuring miles of beach; a wooden boardwalk lined with restaurants, shops, theme-park attractions, and quite a few hotels. So on a recent visit wit
Sayulita, a charming little town on the Riviera Nayarit north of Puerto Vallarta, is a beach fit for adventurers. Age doesn’t matter, and you can come along with your family, your partner or with friends. The hallmark of visitors to Sayulita is their
When visitors to Rio de Janeiro ask me what I recommend, the reply is always the same: go to the beach! Ipanema might not have the calmest waters nor the most turquoise, but it is by far the most incredible beach I have ever been to. It is tantalizin
Several weeks ago, I wrote about top vacation beaches in Croatia, France, and Greece . Here's the second half, covering Italy, Portugal, Spain, and Turkey - all hugely popular with Europeans as well as vacationers from across the world. In the market
Whether it's a summer holiday or a winter escape, beaches are a no-brainer when you need to get away for some minimally dressed relaxation and fun. But there are also certain precautions that you should take in order to stay safe. The beach is no pla
Paradoxical thing, the sun. It brings life to our planet and makes our holidays warm and enjoyable, but at the same time it also ensures that the most menacing threat around the water actually comes from the sky. Overexposure can lead to skin cancer,
With nearly 12,500 miles (20,000 kilometres) of coastline, the United States lined on three sides with some stupendous strands indeed. Here are some of my top picks within easy striking distance of key cities like Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami
Spring has sprung, and inevitably many of us are starting to think about summer travel? Beach season in Europe presents an embarassment of riches. I've decided to start a series covering the pick of the bunch in various countries. Since there are in
You’ll barely hear a sound, except maybe for the wind and the waves. For there’s a side to Central America’s southernmost country, away from its famous Panama Canal and the bustling streets and towering skyline of capitalPanama City, that still looks
First off, there are no beaches on the Yucatan Peninsula's Riviera Maya, stretching south of Cancun., that you would call anything less than paradises of white sand and crystalline waters. Even so, it's clear that each piece of coast is different fro
Latin America's largest country also boasts its largest coastline, of course - nearly 7,500 kilometres (4,660 miles) worth along the Atlantic. And it should go without saying that means vast numbers of spectacular beaches But many feel that Brazil's
Visitors to New York City don’t come for the local beaches, certainly. But if you happen to be in town during this or any other summer and want to experience where many locals get their splash and tan on – there are some pretty decent spots to get w
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Itapuã is a legendary beach in Salvador de Bahía, one of the last before the city´s perimeter was extended to Lauro de Freitas, which is famous for being the great bohemian stronghold of the 70s. Vinicius de Moraes and the great Bahian singer-songw
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Sunbathing elbow-to-elbow with strangers does not exactly fit anyone’s criteria for a relaxing seaside holiday. But here’s the good news – there are still stretches of uncrowded and untrampled coastline along the azure waters of the Mediterranean. So
The small fishing town of Tarifa in the province of Cádiz, Andalusia has about 17,000 inhabitants, is located in the farthest southern corner of Europe and acts a as a balcony overlooking Africa, situated only 14 kilometers away. Tarifawelcomes abou
The cradle of classical culture may boast some impressive old stone buildings indeed, but certain other old stones out on the Cyclades island of Paros provide one of the more memorable backdrops forGreece's other main draw: its beachy, sun-drenched i
Whether you’re looking for a relaxing break sunbathing on the beach or the thrills and spills of surfing, the beaches of Morocco are guaranteed to satisfy your wishes. Morocco boasts miles and miles of clean, unspoilt beaches bathed by the Atlantic a
Sea Island is one of the few remaining destinations to experience Southern hospitality from a bygone-era. She was founded by automobile mogul, Howard Earl Coffin, who envisioned her to be the “Southern jewel for legendary ambiance.” The island has re
Portugal's hilly second city, 195 miles (314 km) north of Lisbon, is of course best known worldwide as the center of the port wine industry, along with its atmospheric historic center, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with elements dating back to the 12t
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