» World Beautiful Beaches

For many of us the perfect vacation existing in our fantasies is sitting on a white sandy beach while a warm, turquoise ocean laps at our feet. We long to go somewhere and unwind while tall palms sway above us. Let's explore some of these prime locations throughout the world. The Hawaiian Islands in the United States have some of the most breath taking and enchanted beaches that to welcome you year round. Kauai is an example of the perfect getaway, with its tropical temperatures, romance, and tranquility. It's a lush and green paradise but not overly developed. This gives you a chance to enjoy one of those lovely beaches without intrusion by other people. When in Kauai be sure to visit Poipu Beach. Its variety of water sports is perfect for the entire family. Since the waters are crystal clear and there are many species of beautifully colored tropical fish, Snorkelling is especially popular here. South Beach, Florida is another excellent beach vacation destination. Since it's topless, it isn't considered a family beach. Many adults frolic there, however. The miles long beach is entirely manmade and the warm, tropical water is very clean. Actually, more visitors are attracted by the down home art deco culture, intermixed with the stunning natural scenery. You'll also find numerous martini bars and live Latin music for your listening and dancing pleasure. Our next stop is Ipanema Beach in Brazil. It became famous during the 60s with the popularity of the song "Girl From Ipanema". It is situated in Rio de Janeiro, noted for its festivity, and filled with beautiful men and women, wearing little clothing. If this kind of atmosphere attracts you, then this is one of the best places on earth to enjoy it. You will find miles of white, sandy beaches to spend your happy vacation days in the sun, watching the beautiful people. Not as serene as some beach getaways, but definitely a fabulous time. Going north again, we'll take a look at Long Beach in beautiful Tofino British Columbia, Canada. Most of us don't think of Canada as being beach country, but this is a spectacular exception. The town of Tofino is a unique and charming fishing village populated by lots of eccentrics. The beach is a great place to surf, take long walks, and explore the many tide pools filled with sea life such as starfish. Finally, we head over to the French Riviera to St. Tropez. Once a hideaway for movie stars, this is now one of the most popular hot destinations in Europe. Close to Cannes, St. Tropez is filled with those who appreciate the finer things in life and aren't afraid to flaunt it. The beach is stunning with its bright blue waters, and there is plenty to do if you're not in the mood for the beach. People watching at one of the beachfront cafes is a must while visiting this exciting local. There are literally hundreds of beaches around the world that draw many visitors each year. Mexico, the Caribbean, Costa Rica, Bali, Australia, the list goes on and on. People have appreciated the natural beauty of the beach for centuries and they continue to be a hot spot for tourists today.

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