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Active Pursuits in Rincon
Surfing & Other Outdoor Pursuits There are 8 miles (13km) of beachfront in Rincón, and each little spot seems to have its own name: Las Maria's, Indicator, Domes, the Point,…
In Depth in Vieques
About 7 miles (11km) east of the big island of Puerto Rico, Vieques (Bee-ay-kase) is an island about twice as large as New York's Manhattan, with about 10,000 inhabitants and some 40…
Active Pursuits in Vieques
Diving & Other Outdoor Pursuits For a small island, Vieques offers big opportunities for diving, snorkeling, sailing, and a huge array of other watersports. Natural conditions are…
Side Trips in Fajardo
South of Fajardo is Ceiba, the site of the former Roosevelt Roads Navy base, and the seaside fishing town of Naguabo. Once dominated by the Navy presence, which set sail in 2004, the…
Regions in Brief in South Coast
Bluefields & Belmont These twin fishing villages are approached via the A1 highway, 19km (12 miles) to the southeast of Savanna-la-Mar. Bluefields Beach (actually a series of small…
Active Pursuits in San Salvador and Rum Cay
If you prefer finding a stretch of sand where the only footprints are your own, rent a car or bike at Riding Rock Inn Resort & Marina , or call a taxi. Empty beaches are…
Active Pursuits in Harbour Island
Pink Sands Beach is our favorite strand in all of The Bahamas; its sands stretch for 5 uninterrupted kilometers (3 miles). Although the beach is set against a backdrop of low-rise…
Active Pursuits in George Town
Hitting the Beach Stocking Island, in Elizabeth Harbour, faces George Town from across the bay, less than 1.6km (1 mile) away. This long, thin barrier island has some of the most…
Regions in Brief in Eleuthera
Rock Sound/Cape Eleuthera Rock Sound, in South Eleuthera, is a small, shady village, the island's main town and once its most exclusive enclave. The downsizing of a major touristic…
Active Pursuits in Elbow Cay
In Hope Town, you'll find sandy beaches right at your doorstep, with more beaches only a 15-minute ride south. Garbanzo Beach, in the White Sound area, lures many surfers. The waves…
Active Pursuits in Marsh Harbour
Beaches & Outdoor PursuitsWhatever sport you want to pursue -- whether it be snorkeling or fishing -- Marsh Harbour's innkeepers can set you up with the right people and…
Active Pursuits in Green Turtle Cay
About a 10-minute walk from Bluff House and a 5-minute walk from the Green Turtle Club is Coco Bay, one of the most beautiful crescents in The Bahamas. Shaded by casuarina pine trees…
In Depth in Green Turtle Cay
Far From the Madding CrowdThe settlers of New Plymouth were Loyalists who found their way here from other parts of the Abacos shortly before the end of the 18th century, with some…
Active Pursuits in Bimini
Hitting the BeachBimini's beaches are all clearly marked and signposted from the highways. The one closest to Alice Town, Radio Beach, is the only one on Bimini with toilets,…
Active Pursuits in El Salvador
Biking, hiking, fishing, birding: These are just a few of the choices when planning activities in El Salvador. Adrenaline lovers can zip over jungles or surf the best breaks in the…
Side Trips in Phuket
Khao Lak Travel Tip: The best time to visit the islands in this section is December to May. In recent years, the Thai government has completely shut down the Ko Smilan National Marine…
Active Pursuits in Phuket
You can spend a lot of time on Phuket and still not do everything. Thanks to years of resort growth, a host of activities are on hand, appealing mostly to those who like a bit of…
Active Pursuits in Western Maryland
Western Maryland's gently rolling mountains are part of the Appalachians, with Backbone Mountain (elevation 3,360 ft.) marking the eastern Continental Divide. Outdoors enthusiasts can…
Active Pursuits in Garrett County
Boating -- Summer activities focus on watersports. You can rent just about any kind of powerboat, from a ski boat for one to a pontoon boat for 12. Paddleboats, canoes, and fishing…
In Depth in Delaware
Tucked in the Philadelphia-Washington, D.C., megalopolis are two of America's smallest states. But don't be fooled. Maryland and Delaware aren't places you want to pass by as you speed…
Suggested Itineraries in Delaware
Two little states. A prospective visitor might think it would be easy to see either one in just a few days. But a leisurely pace is best for this "Land of Pleasant Living." How much…
Active Pursuits in Galway
Bicycling To rent a bike, contact Richard Walsh Cycles, Headford Road, Woodquay (091/565710). Fishing Set beside the River Corrib, Galway City and nearby Connemara are popular fishing…
Side Trips in Galway
Galway Suburbs On the main road south (N18) of Galway you’ll pass two unremarkable small fishing villages, Clarenbridge and Kilcolgan. If you’re here at the end of September, however,…
Active Pursuits in Cork City
Bicycling Although walking is probably the ideal way to get around Cork, you can rent a bike at Cyclescene, 396 Blarney St. (021/430-1183; www.cyclescene.ie). It costs €15 to €20 per…
Regions in Brief in Delaware Beaches
Stretched along 25 miles of ocean and bay shoreline, Delaware's five beach towns -- Lewes, Rehoboth Beach, Dewey Beach, Bethany Beach, and Fenwick Island -- have their own…