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Located in front of several small hotels, Manchebo Beach is Aruba’s largest beach and one of the island’s only topless beaches. A wide stretch of white sand leads down to the choppy ocean and the area is peaceful and tranquil. Although Aruba has some more secluded beaches that Manchebo Beach the mix of natural beauty, personality and atmosphere provided by this beach might be just right for you.

Seclusion and privacy are part of the draw to Aruba’s beaches, and this sedate vacation style can be had at Manchebo Beach though you’ll never be too far away. With cities nearby but not too close you won’t lack for anything. Location is a selling point for real estate, and a sunny spot on the beach can be extremely important. The water off of Manchebo Beach is too rough for water sports, but that just means fewer crowds, less noise, and more relaxation.

The crowd at the beach will vary according to several things, like the time of year and day of the week. Some of Aruba’s beaches are more crowded than others especially during the high season. When planning a beach outing a key factor to consider can be the probability of crowds. While some beach goers prefer a crowded beach with lots of activity, many would prefer to just relax in a quiet area. The beach is also conveniently close to a fair number of worthwhile natural attractions, like Pedernales which you will find 2.8 miles to the north of Manchebo Beach.

Historical attractions such as Indian Drawing provide a great complement to the sands of Manchebo Beach, giving vacationers the chance to learn more about Aruba without having to go to far from the beach. With so many nearby activities you’ll never run out of things to do.

There are a lot of restaurants on the beach where the food is delicious.

Rhodes lies in the Mediterranean Sea and is the third largest of the Greek islands. It is one of the most visited islands in Greece ( after Crete), with about one million tourists annually. There are many reasons why Rhodes is one of the most popular island in the Mediterranean: the natural surroundings crystal clear seas, many parks and recreational facilities, the bright sun and the warm hospitality of the islanders themselves. Rhodes is a living museum of the history of civilization and at the same time an ideal place for holidays, relaxation and recreation.

Rhodes is perhaps well known for the famous Colossus of Rhodes, which is one of the Seven Wonders of the World. The Colossus of Rhodes was a large statue of Helios, the Greek god, and was erected on the island between 292 and 280 BC. Before it was destroyed, the statue stood over 100 feet high, which made it the tallest statue in ancient times.

View of Old Rhodes with modern Rhodes on side and Port in distance. The Old Town (Palaia Poli) is a fascinating place to wander around, with its pebble pavements (”hokhlaki”), archways, ochre and blue walls of sandstone and limestone, and its oleanders, bougainvillea and hibiscus. Now that it is designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is a port and a trading center for agricultural products, manufactures include carpets, brandy, cigarettes, and soap.

Today Rhodes Island offers the visitor a plethora of all year round leisure alternatives, covering all types of tourist activity. The natural beauty of the island, the monuments from its long and often turbulent history, a cosmopolitan character, as well as the warm hospitality generously offered by the people of Rhodes, the most modern hotels, all captivate the visitor.

Rhodes is best visited before June and after August, as it visited by vast numbers of tourists during the summer months. The island has many spectacular beaches and sandy coves. Rhodes offers an array of beaches with varying amenities and activities including taverns, bars, and water sports. The beaches have crystalline waters and are unique in every way. Here are some of the most popular swimming places on the island.

The island of Rhodes is a very cosmopolitan place and famous for its nightlife. It is every thing to offer in terms of entertainment- sophisticated clubs, bars, casino and huge nightclubs are open all night long, ready to provide the visitor with every thing he needs to enjoy an intense and unforgettable night.

KRK is the largest Croatian island of the Adriatic Sea with area 409 sq km and population 16,402. In town KRK live almost 6000 people. Located rather near the mainland and has been connected to it via a 1,430 meter two-arch concrete bridge since 1980, one of the longest concrete bridges in the world. KRK is a popular tourist destination, because of the situation and proximity to Slovenia, Germany, Austria and Italy.

North of the narrow part at the line Vrbnik – Punat spreads the lower, forested, more fertile and populated part of the island. The higher, southern part, is predominantly bare, interspersed with thick forests. The Baska Cove cuts through the limestone plain, ending in the Gulf of Baska.

The Town Krk is the administrative and political center of the island of Krk in Croatia. Old town is inside the town walls built in Roman times and in the middle ages. The town Krk has numerous historical and cultural monuments.

With many restaurants and bars city is today center of the island night-life. During the day it is easy to find many excursion boats in the port. Of all the summer recreation sports, the most interesting ones are water sports. Those particularly attractive are paragliding, water skiing and jet skis.

On the north eastern corner of Langkawi, a luxury beach side hideaway blessed with soft, sandy beaches and surrounded by the breathtaking ambiance of the island’s flora and fauna. On a bright, clear day, a panoramic view of the nearby islands can be enjoyed with even glimpses of neighboring Thailand. Here, lies the Tanjung Rhu, a deluxe resort, fringing the long, magnificent bay that leads to the clear, cool waters of the Andaman Sea. A private paradise that offers total opulence and tranquility amidst the rugged natural setting unique to Tanjung Rhu Resort. Here, warm sands and cool breezes sublimate your senses transporting you to a timeless place where man and nature coexist in harmony.

Tanjung Rhu Resort offers 136 luxury suites which are divided into 5 categories with different view options. Guests can opt for Damai or Cahaya which offers a garden courtyard view, Bayu Senja with the sea view and Bayu Suria which has the pool or garden view. Then there is Anjung which has the sea, pool or garden view with the added luxury of an in-room jacuzzi. Each room is spacious, with timber floors and large windows, to take advantage of the tropical breeze and a choice of enchanting garden, pool or sea view for you. Employing the best of the Asian-Eastern influence, the decor is complemented with upholstery and drapes in soft Thai silk and pure Indian cotton fabrics. Guests will find all of the finest amenities in each of the rooms in this popular five-star hotel, including LCD television, DVD/CD player, air-conditioning, and large balconies. Featured in each room, among other amenities, are money exchange, wake up call, facilities for the disabled, a/v equipment, airport shuttle service, medical service, mail service.

Whilst many visitors come to Tanjung Rhu to relax and enjoy its tranquillity, the resort has a range of activities to keep the more energetic occupied. Here, you will never be short of activities. Tennis players will enjoy the night-lit courts, while the more adventurous can hire windsurfers, sea kayaks, mountain bikes and hydrobikes. Whether a mangrove river boat-ride, a catamaran sailing, scuba diving, hydro biking or exploring limestone caves. Guests seeking exercise or leisure will be pleased to find aerial sightseeing, fishing, pool table, snooker table, on-site golf course, boating at the hotel. The JivaRhu Spa offers a great choice of massages. You can choose from aromatherapy, Malay traditional massage, Ancient Thai, Swedish, Sports, Shiatshu, Therapeutic or Ayurvedic. Guests will find this service-oriented hotel with superb facilities and amenities provides excellent value.

Tanjung Rhu is home to one of Malaysia’s most unusual ecosystems. Within 1,100 acres, the mangroves, waterways, limestone crags and sandy beaches create a kaleidoscope of fauna and flora in their natural habitat that is a nature lover’s paradise. The rich collaboration of past and present, of modern comforts and traditional settings, world-class hospitality, merge seamlessly to create this exclusive destination resort. Rendezvous with Tanjung Rhu Resort and discover one thousand one hundred acres of eloquent poetry.

Cosy and quiet, the Koh Yao island will hide you in its worm gulfs, far away from crowded touristique destinations. The people here have preserved the traditions of simple and voluptuous in which harmony you have to live and rediscover yourself. Heavenly beautiful and philosophic, this island is away to the clean dimensions of the soul. If you cannot think of where else to sun bathe in style and indulge yourself in serenity while being provided with modern comforts, planning your holiday in Koh Yao would suit your desires.

The Paradise Koh Yao Boutique Beach Resort and Spa is located on Koh Yao Noi Island in Phang Nga, south of Thailand. “The Paradise” is a subtle blend of boutique beach resort and health spa; a tasteful and simple symbiosis of nature, comfort and style, amongst protected national parkland. Private villas and studios nestle adjacent to 400 meters of private untouched beach providing year round natural luxury.

Featuring car rental, travel counter, currency exchange, airport pick-up and drop-off, cocktail lounge, dry cleaning and laundry, nursery, this Koh Yao hotel is sure to make each guest’s trip an enjoyable one. Unwind after your day with a choice of massage, steam room, outdoor pool, indoor pool, water sports – just a few of the hotel’s excellent sporting and leisure offerings.

The resort goes by back to nature in total comfort, a perfect location to enjoy with the family, lay back, relax and be pampered while enjoying nature pure.