Beach (503 community guides)

Find out about shimmering seas, gastronomic treats and natural wonders. Then discover its fascinating history... read more »

The Galapagos Islands are high on most people's travel wish lists, and no wonder. The experience is massively rewarding - especially with creature comforts to return to at the end of each day... read more »

Island-hopping and trekking in the Cape Verde Islands: a funky fusion of African hospitality, Latin American music, Caribbean-style beaches and Portuguese heritage... read more »

Belize is home to the world's second largest barrier reef; where better to base yourself to enjoy the marine life than laid back Caye Caulker, where their mantra is 'Go Slow'?... read more »

With miles of golden sand, great food, big city sights and a theme park to rival the best America has to offer why travel any further?... read more »

With buzzing Cuban bars, knock-out margaritas and gloriously tacky casinos, Miami really is the ultimate party town... read more »

A visit to the tiny island of Montserrat gives a glimpse of a totally unspoilt Caribbean, as well as the chance to experience life in the shadow of an active volcano ... read more »

Enjoy a more leisurely cycle and appreciate seascapes, heritage and history rather than making a mad dash to reach Britain's northernmost point ... read more »

See the Great Barrier Reef from the air, snorkel in a coral lagoon and camp on your own private island - these are the best ways to experience the real beauty of Australia's Whitsunday Islands... read more »

Sunbathe, climb & dive all on the same day? On Railay Beach majestic limestone cliffs punch through soft sand. With 500+ bolted routes, great diving & numerous chill-out bars, nowhere else competes.... read more »

Think of Sicily, think of the Maf.... No. let's not mention it. Instead, think of sun, sand, hospitable people and glorious, glorious cuisine... read more »

Barbuda isn't an easy island to get to - but if you want to see how the Caribbean was before tourism took over, book your flights now... read more »

A few hundred tourists can turn the steep cliffs, coves and narrow roads of Positano and Amalfi into human cattle runs. For a taste of the Italian good life and how the peninsula used to be, head west... read more »

Aberdovey is a great place for an activity-packed summer weekend of sun, sea and sand without the hordes... read more »

I'm from County Meath but the counties of Waterford and Wexford have a piece of my heart thanks to fine beaches, wild fishing, delicious food and a traditional slice of the Emerald Isle... read more »

With hardly any roads and an awful lot of wildlife, Fraser Island off Queensland, Australia, is not for timid townies. If you love nature, take a 4x4 tour and go camping – or take the luxury option... read more »

It may not be as flashy as neighbouring islands Mykonos and Santorini but unpretentious Naxos is tailor-made for relaxation... read more »

A holiday in Fiji tastes sweeter during Lautoka's annual Sugar Festival. Find out what else to do in Fiji's second city, where the locals sway to a Bollywood beat... read more »

If Croatia is the new Italy, then the Istrian peninsular is Italy in miniature – Venetian architecture, Roman remains, beach-life, great food and drink – see it all by hopping from resort to resort...... read more »

Far from city stresses and strains, the San Blas Islands of Panama have an interesting indigenous culture, white sandy beaches and an increasingly eco-friendly approach to tourism... read more »