Beach (504 community guides)

Other Italian lakes may be more famous, but little-known Lake Bolsena in northern Lazio is an unspoilt paradise, with fertile countryside, friendly people, ancient ruins and charming medieval towns... read more »

Looked at one way, Rethymnon could almost be an eastern sheikdom; from another angle, it's more Miami. But head out of town, in to the hills, and it could only be Crete... read more »

One of the Caribbean‘s smallest and most unspoilt islands, Anguilla provides a haven for high profile celebrities looking for an exotic beach break away from the paparazzi... read more »

Little-known Ras Al Khaimah has plans as grand as Dubai. Catch it now, while it remains the most traditional emirate in the UAE... read more »

A perfect picture-postcard beach, private villa and your very own butler all add up to paradise found in the Seychelles. With a bit of practice, it’s surprisingly easy to get used to a life of luxe... read more »

Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula offers one of the loveliest stretches of coast in the Caribbean - and the choice of hot places to stay has never been better... read more »

Lanai is Hawaii’s little gem, with no crowds, idyllic landscapes and a bay where dolphins come in to play with the tourists... read more »

With pristine beaches, flower-filled valleys and charmingly old-fashioned seaside towns, the Isle of Man is an idyllic place to while away summer days... read more »

On the tiny Ionian island of Meganisi, you'll find deserted beaches, plenty of silence and a slice of the real Greece... read more »

Along the often deserted coast of North Norfolk are some of Britain’s best biggest and most beautiful sandy beaches, punctuated by pretty fishing villages, nature reserves and some excellent hotels... read more »

Are you seeking sun, beaches, clear blue coral-filled water, £3 BBQ feasts and £7-a-night bungalows in paradise? Then I know just the place off the northeast coast of Malaysia...... read more »

Whether you prefer building sandcastles or surfing the waves, cutting-edge cafes or traditional seaside towns, somewhere in Britain, there's the perfect beach for you. Try these five for starters... read more »

Winter sun doesn't have to mean Caribbean beach holidays - head for South Beach, Miami and you can add nightlife and retail therapy to the sun, sea and sand combination... read more »

Thailand is famous for its beautiful beaches and wonderful food – and nowhere does them better than the stunningly beautiful Railay, in Krabi province. It is, no contest, the best place I've ever been... read more »

Think you have to pay a fortune to enjoy world-class snorkelling, fishing and hammock-swinging in a pristine Bahamas hideaway? Think again!... read more »

Just a two-hour drive from the non-stop party of Rio, 300 rocky islands form a haven for nature lovers. Ilha Grande, with its 100 beaches and languid rhythms, is the largest – and the most perfect... read more »

This volcanic island off Sicily boasts remote rocky beaches, thermal spas, vineyards and a cuisine that blends Italian and North African flavours. Here is a guide to local dishes and where to eat them... read more »

If you're looking for a family holiday in the US but have "done" Florida, check out the theme parks, water park, fairground rides and variety shows at Myrtle Beach – a firm favourite with Americans... read more »

From glorious beaches and fabulous food to witches' magic resting stones and spooky burial chambers (not to mention peace, perfect peace), Guernsey has all the ingredients for an ideal short break ... read more »

Conil de la Frontera is 60km from Tarifa, the windsurfers' mecca, and offers similar conditions without the crowds. For deserted beaches and peerless seafood, head for this idyll south of Cadiz... read more »