Thailand has stunning beaches

Thailand has stunning beaches

Hemera / Thailand

Mauritius is a tropical paradise

Mauritius is a tropical paradise

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Jolly Beach, Antigua

Jolly Beach, Antigua

Antigua & Barbuda Tourist Office

Miami beach lifeguard hut

Miami beach lifeguard hut

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Sidari beaches Sidari, on the Greek island of Corfu, is one of the fastest growing resorts on the island. It grew up around two villages joined by a long beach, whic... Read more	Whitstable beaches, Kent A mere hop from London, the Kent coast is a magnet for capital dwellers in need of a seaside fix. Although perfectly pitche... Read more	Capri beaches The glorious island of Capri is one of the treasures of the Italian coastline. It has been a favourite holiday spot since Roman times. The area around... Read more	Afandou Beach Afandou, on the island of Rhodes in Greece, is a village lying 2km (1.25 miles) inland from the coast.... Read more

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