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Guide Article / Active Pursuits in Destin and Fort Walton Beach

Beaches in Destin and Fort Walton Beach

Destin An oasis in the middle of Destin's development, the 208-acre Henderson Beach State Park (tel. 850/837-7550). east of Destin Harbor on U.S. 98, allows easy access to swimming,…

Guide Article / Active Pursuits in Sanibel and Captiva Islands

Beaches in Sanibel and Captiva Islands

Sanibel has four public beach-access areas with metered parking: the eastern point around Sanibel Lighthouse, which has a fishing pier; Gulfside City Park, at the end of Algiers Lane,…

Guide Article / Active Pursuits in Naples, Fla

Beaches in Naples, Fla

Unlike many Florida cities, where you have to drive over to a barrier island to reach the beach, this city's beach is right in Olde Naples. Rather than being fronted by tall condo…

Guide Article / A Nature Guide in Costa Rica

Birds in Costa Rica

Costa Rica has more than 880 identified species of resident and migrant birds. The variety of habitats and compact nature of the country make it a major bird-watching…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Lanzarote

Frommer's Favorite Experiences in Lanzarote

Sample the wines in Geria: Geria is Lanzarote's wine country, awash with bodegas (wineries) that produce some seriously good whites, reds and rosés. Make sure you're not the one…

Guide Article / Puerto Rico

The Best Beaches in Puerto Rico

White sandy beaches and idyllic offshore islands are what put Puerto Rico on tourist maps in the first place.Best for Singles (Straight & Gay): Sandwiched between the Condado and…

Guide Article / Active Pursuits in Puerto Rico

Boating in Puerto Rico

The waters off Puerto Rico provide excellent boating in all seasons. Winds average 10 to 15 knots virtually year-round. Marinas provide facilities and services on par with any others…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Puerto Rico

For Families in Puerto Rico

Puerto Ricans love their niños, and places all over the island are kid-friendly. The nature of the island itself, with its parks, beach-studded seaside resorts, and amusement centers,…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Puerto Rico

In Two Weeks in Puerto Rico

This tour, the longest in this guide, is also the most recommended. It encapsulates the very essence of the island -- it's "Puerto Rico in a Nutshell." Because of the island's small…

Guide Article / Active Pursuits in St. Pete and Clearwater Beaches

Beaches in St. Pete and Clearwater Beaches

This entire stretch of coast is one long beach. But because hotels, condominiums, and private homes occupy much of it, and those beaches are often roped off for guests and residents,…

Guide Article / Active Pursuits in Perth

National Parks in Perth

The Pinnacles: A Surreal Landscape 162km (100 miles) N of Perth Masses of limestone pillars, from a few inches to over 3m (10 ft.) high, simply rise up out of golden sand dunes. Some…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Chile

The Best Outdoor Adventures in Chile

Skiing & Snowboarding the Andes: Taking to the mountains not only has a certain cachet but also, in terms of exhilarating terrain, convivial ambience, and affordability, the Andes…

Guide Article / In Depth in Chile

Food & Drink in Chile

Chilean gastronomy is coming into its own, but for now it's safe to say that you will not return from your trip raving about the country's cuisine. This is not to say that the food is…

Guide Article / Active Pursuits in Los Angeles

Beaches in Los Angeles

Los Angeles County's 72-mile coastline sports more than 30 miles of beaches, most of which are operated by the Department of Beaches and Harbors, 13837 Fiji Way, Marina del Rey (tel.…

Guide Article / Active Pursuits in Anchorage

Hiking & Mountain Biking in Anchorage

Besides these hikes and bikes in Anchorage proper, more excellent nearby options are along Turnagain Arm and in Girdwood. Eagle River Valley -- The Eagle River Nature Center, at the…

Guide Article / In Depth in Bermuda

Today in Bermuda

If there’s a sore point among Bermudians today, it’s their extreme desire to separate themselves from the islands of the Caribbean, particularly from The Bahamas, in the eyes of the…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Bermuda

In Three Days in Bermuda

On Day 3, take the ferry from the City of Hamilton across Great Sound to Somerset. You'll disembark at the western end of Somerset Island in Sandys Parish, which consists of Somerset…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Lisbon

Secrets of Lisbon in Lisbon

The places below provide a view of Lisbon not often seen by the casual visitors passing through the city.The Market -- The big market of Ribeira Nova (tel. 21/324-49-80;…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Provence and the Riviera

The Best Museums in Provence and the Riviera

Musée Fabre (Montpellier, Languedoc-Roussillon): This extensive collection of Flemish, French, and Italian works from the 15th to the 18th centuries, as well as art from the 19th and…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Provence and the Riviera

The Best Offbeat Travel Experiences in Provence and the Riviera

Exploring Massif des Calanques (btw. Marseille and Cassis, Provence): At the old fishing port of Cassis, with its white cliffs and beaches that were a favorite of Fauvist painters,…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Provence and the Riviera

The Best Romantic Getaways in Provence and the Riviera

Les Baux-de-Provence (Provence): Les Baux stands in a spectacular position on a promontory of sheer rock ravines. In the distance across the plain, you can view the Val d'Enfer…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Provence and the Riviera

In Two Weeks in Provence and the Riviera

With 2 weeks you can traverse the Côte d'Azur at a more relaxed pace. This tour begins in the west at St-Tropez and then takes you all the way east to Menton, on the border with Italy.…

Guide Article / Active Pursuits in Ustica

Snorkeling & Scuba Diving in Ustica

Parco Marino Regionale The Marine National Park was created in 1986, the first marine reserve ever established in Italy. Since Ustica lies at the center of an inward current surging…

Guide Article / Things To Do in Sicily

The Best Romantic Getaways in Sicily

Cefalù: This quaint fishing village an hour east of Palermo is the second most popular seaside town after Taormina. With its medieval homes and alleyways dominated by the imposing…

Guide Article / Suggested Itineraries in Sicily

In Two Weeks in Sicily

This 2-week tour includes all the classical sites that would be visited in a 1-week tour, but this itinerary takes a more in-depth look at the history of the island, exploring the…