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10 Best Beaches in Barbados To Visit

Barbados has huge appeal for beach lovers. Expect sugar-soft sand, impossibly clear waters (that are also beautifully warm) and plenty of palm trees to complete the paradise picture. Exploring beaches on all si...
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10 Of The Best Beaches In Menorca

There’s more to Menorca than its historic twin cities and mysterious Neolithic monuments. The 200km-long coastline boasts some of the finest beaches in the Mediterranean, making it the ideal place to holiday&nb...

Beach Bucket List: Europe’s Best Beach Holidays

Golden sand, turquoise sea and the sun beating down on you...is there anything better than a beach holiday? Here at Oliver's Travels, we love spending our summers by the coast, which is why so many of our ...
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Galicia Surf Guide: The Top 5 Spots

Galicia is renowned for its Celtic heritage, delicious foods, festivals, its world-renowned pilgrimage, striking scenery and fabulous beaches… and don’t forget our stunning range of holiday villas too! However,...
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The Best Surf Spots in Portugal

It doesn’t matter if you are a seasoned surfer or you’re just starting out; Portugal is one of the most surfer-friendly countries out there. Portugal's expansive coastline, 1,793 kilometres (1,114 miles) i...

The 7 Best Beaches in Southern Italy

Secluded sandy coves, lively seaside resorts and picturesque seascapes, Southern Italy is overflowing with first-class beaches. Picking our favourites from a never-ending list was no easy task - but we've just ...
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Best Beaches in Mallorca for Families

When we think of Mallorca, sparkling, turquoise waters and sandy beaches spring to mind – and there's a good reason for that. One of the most sought-after spots in the Balearic Islands, the beaches in Mallorca ...
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Best Beaches in Skopelos

The rugged beauty of Skopelos streams through to its beaches, most of which are pebble and shingle stretches, backed by dense pines and cragged cliffs. The southern beaches tend to be the most popular, thanks t...

The 10 Best Beaches Near London

We don't usually associate Britain's southeast shores with beautiful beaches – but if you know where to look, you'll find some unrivalled marvels. Londoners needn't trek the Earth for brilliant sands; the capit...
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The 10 Best Beaches in the South of France

The beaches in the South of France are popular for a reason – it’s one of the most luxurious destinations out there! From the star-studded glam of Cannes and St Tropez to the luscious landscape of the rura...
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9 Of The Best Beaches In Costa Brava

Home to 133 miles of coastline, Costa Brava, dubbed ‘the Wild Coast’ has myriad places to lay your beach towel. Largely rugged, unspoilt, and bordered by the Mediterranean Sea, you’ll find everything from ...
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The 10 Best Beaches in Turkey

If you're thinking about jetting off to the Aegean Sea, you’re probably curious about where to find the best beaches in Turkey. The country has many allures, but it is no secret that the hundreds of beaches tha...
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10 Best Beaches in Mykonos

From tiny, remote coves to yawning sandy stretches, beaches of all shapes and sizes make up Mykonos’ coastline. The southern strips are the most popular – and often more crowded – while the northern gems are mo...
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10 Things To Do in Ibiza by Day

We want to make sure you’re getting the most out of your luxury villa holiday in Ibiza, so we’ve scoured the island and found 10 of the best things to do in Ibiza during the day. If clubbing is breadsticks, eve...
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Best Beaches In Costa Del Sol

With a coastline that stretches for 159km along the south of Spain, the Costa del Sol spoils you with wonderful beaches. The region abounds with things to do but once you’ve got your fill of food, history and c...
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Best Beaches In Northern Portugal

When most people think of beaches in Portugal, the Algarve or Lisbon Coast spring to mind – but further north is a coastline laced with splendid beaches. From powdery swathes edged by sweeping dunes to rocky ba...
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Best Beaches In Kalkan, Turkey

The stretch of Turkey’s famed Turquoise Coast which surrounds Kalkan is known for its crystal-clear waters and dramatic mountains, scattered with ancient tombs. Yet, hidden within deep gorges and fringing Lycia...
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The 7 Best Beaches In Dubrovnik

While Dubrovnik is famed for its walled old town and medieval fortifications, beyond the city lies a dramatic coastline that’s just as alluring. It’s less about sandy stretches here, instead, expect to find bea...

Best Beaches in Rhodes

The beauty of Rhodes is that it not only boasts a fascinating mix of culture and history, but it also has more beaches than you could shake an ice-cream cone at. From craggy bays and calm lagoons to silky swath...