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Blue Flag and Seaside Award Winners 2013!

May 22 2013 in Beaches by admin

In total 168 awards have been presented this year. 55 Blue Flag and 113 Seaside Awards (21 beaches holding both awards) Blue Flag A total of 55 beaches have been awarded Blue [...]

Tags: best beaches in Britain, Blue Flag Awards 2013, Seaside Awards 2013
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Thinking about a ‘staycation’ this year instead of going abroad?

Jan 9 2013 in Beaches by Jane van Velsen

When you look for a holiday or a short city break do you consider staying in the United Kingdom? Most of us Brits think of a way to get to [...]

Tags: coast loving Brits, holidays at home, staying in the United Kingdom, the UK's coastline
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The best beaches in Cape Town

Nov 20 2012 in Beaches by Jane van Velsen

Want to find one of the best beaches in Cape Town on your holiday? Cape Town is a coastal city with superb beaches and other natural scenic beauty spots. Spring [...]

Tags: Best beaches in Cape Town, cape town beaches, find the best beach spot in Cape Town
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Dream holidays in the Maldives

Oct 22 2012 in Beaches by Jane van Velsen

The Maldives is a perfect long haul destination if you are longing for some deep Winter sunshine and heat! Made up of 1 100 island forming 26 atolls, the Maldives [...]

Tags: beach resorts in the Maldives, Beaches in the Maldives, Maldives holidays for winter sun
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5 of the best beaches in Mauritius

Oct 10 2012 in Beaches by Jane van Velsen

There are many, many beaches on the island of Mauritius and each of them is stunningly beautiful. The only question you have to ask yourself is which is the closest [...]

Tags: Beaches in Mauritius, Blue Bay Beach, La Cuvette, La Premeuse, Pereybere beach
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Best Beaches and Boat Trips in the Algarve

Oct 5 2012 in Beaches by easyJet Holidays

Portugal’s southernmost region has an extensive coastline which is just waiting to be explored. From where to place your beach towel to seeking out the perfect adventure on the ocean, there’s [...]

Tags: Algarve, beach, beaches, coast, holidays, Portugal
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Take a trip to the tropical beaches of Tanzania

Sep 26 2012 in Beaches by Jane van Velsen

Top Six Beaches of Tanzania Tanzania is a holiday destination for the whole family. From the moment you step off the plane you know you are somewhere quite unique. There [...]

Tags: beach holiday in Tanzania, holiday in Tanzania, Tanzania beaches
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Autumn Beach Walks With Your Children And Dogs

Sep 24 2012 in Beaches by Jane van Velsen

Half term is creeping up on us here in England and those of you with kids and dogs will be thinking about where to go and what to do to [...]

Tags: beach walks with dogs, dog friendly beaches, dogs on the beach
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Autumn days out on the beaches in Hampshire

Sep 6 2012 in Beaches by Jane van Velsen

Great beach days out in Hampshire The weather is drawing in now and the days are shorter but nothing is as uplifting as a day on the beach and those [...]

Tags: Avon beach, beaches in Hampshire, Hampshire beaches, Milford on sea
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Isle of Wight: One island, twenty three beaches, no passport required!

Aug 30 2012 in Beaches by Jane van Velsen

Beaches on the Isle of Wight This beautiful island just off the South coast of England is known for its award winning beaches. There are in fact 23 beaches in [...]

Tags: Alum Beach, beaches, Blackgang Chine, Brook Bay, Gurnard Beach, Isle of Wight
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5 of the top Beaches in Lincolnshire

Aug 15 2012 in Beaches by Jane van Velsen

Finding the right beach spot in Lincolnshire The beaches in Lincolnshire are well worth visiting. Most are long stretches of golden sands with good facilities for everyone to enjoy their [...]

Tags: beaches in Lincolnshire, coastline, Lincolnshire, sandy beaches
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This year’s top ten beach destinations in Europe!

Aug 9 2012 in Beaches by Jane van Velsen

Which beach did you rate top notch in Europe this Summer? The votes are in! The public has given their opinion and voted for the top ten beaches in Europe [...]

Tags: beaches, Bournemouth, Spain, top ten beaches in Europe 2012, Turkey
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5 of the best beach spots in Antibes

Aug 8 2012 in Beaches by Jane van Velsen

Beaches in Antibes Lying on one side of the Cap d’Antibes this city is old and famous for its culture and sightseeing but also for its beaches. On the other [...]

Tags: Antibes, beach, beaches, best beaches
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Palma de Mallorca for every type of beach!

Aug 2 2012 in Beaches by Jane van Velsen

Palma de Mallorca is every beach lovers paradise Palma de Mallorca has many beaches to choose from. In fact, the whole island offers that great holiday vibe the minute you [...]

Tags: beaches in Palma, Cala Major beach, Palma de Mallorca, the island of Palma
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The Many Beaches of Pembrokeshire

Aug 1 2012 in Beaches by Jane van Velsen

The Beaches in Pembrokeshire Pembrokeshire has some amazing beaches. Divided into three distinct regions, Pembrokeshire beaches have something for everyone. The North Coast Beaches There are eighteen different beaches on [...]

Tags: beach, beaches, Pembrokeshire, Tenby, Wales
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Are the beaches the best reason to go to Slovenia?

Jul 26 2012 in Beaches by Jane van Velsen

Do the beaches in Slovenia disappoint? Even though it’s a relatively ‘new’ destination for travellers, Slovenia boasts some of the most unspoilt beaches on the Balkan coastline. Each area has a [...]

Tags: Balkans, beaches, holidays, Slovenia
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5 Top Beaches in Scotland

Jul 25 2012 in Beaches by Jane van Velsen

Best Beaches on the Scottish Coastline Scotland has over 8000 miles of coastline which means lots of beaches! In May this year more than 60 beaches in Scotland were granted [...]

Tags: beachcombing, beaches, coast, Scotland, sea
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Five Beaches in Sicily for you to explore

Jul 19 2012 in Beaches by Jane van Velsen

Indulging in the Beaches in Sicily Sicily is separated from Italy by 4kms – The Straits of Messina. It still has a vague Arab flavour that draws it back to [...]

Tags: beaches, coast, Marina di Ragusa, sand, Sicily
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Beaches to Visit in Norfolk, England

Jul 17 2012 in Beaches by Jane van Velsen

The Beaches of Norfolk, England Words that describe the Norfolk coast are peaceful, stunning, fresh, tranquil, spacious and relaxing. Norfolk is all of these and more. There are wide expanses [...]

Tags: beaches, coastline, England, Norfolk
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Beach Recommendations on the Canary Islands

Jul 12 2012 in Beaches by Jane van Velsen

There are so many good beaches on the Canary Islands that it’s really hard to choose one but here are a few suggestions. 1. Famara, Lanzerote Famara is situated on [...]

Tags: beaches, Canary Islands, Famara, Lanzerote
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