Summer Vacation - Have You Ever Wanted To Try Nude Beaches

Hand on heart, how many of us have been on vacation close to nude beaches and have not taken a look or at least wondered what the experience of going nude would be. Having stayed in resorts where nudity is allowed and visited nude beaches for our offline travel and vacation business, I know it's a summer vacation idea that many have considered…

To go nude or not to go nude?

That is the question that many vacationers end up asking themselves. If you are interested in spending your summer vacation at an overseas beach, it is likely that you will have to decide. You may also find that overseas beaches may not be classified as being nude beaches but nude sunbathing is actually permitted.

For may of us with young families this need not be a concern as it is more than typical that "like attracts like" and I have normally found that on mixed beaches, nude bathers will typically congregate in same area.

Nude beaches are ideal for adults who are spending their summer vacation with a mature crowd. Whether you are vacationing overseas with your friends or you are vacationing with your partner or spouse, many adults find nude beaches appealing. In a way, many couples find nude beaches to be exotic; thus, creating a romantic atmosphere.

In the United States, nudity is a controversial topic. If seeing nude men and women having fun on the beach does not bother you, you may want to consider selecting a nude beach as your next summer vacation destination. When it comes to selecting a nude beach to visit, you have a number of options. Below is an overview of three popular nudist beaches that you may want to select as your next summer vacation destination.

The Montalivet Beach is located in France. It is known as one of the most popular nude beaches in the world. France is often credited for the development and increased popularity of nude beaches. The beach is located on the Atlantic coast and it offers a number of overnight accommodations, including bungalow rentals and campsites. The atmosphere at Montalivet Beach is often reported as being safe for individuals of ages.

Samurai Beach, located in Australia is another, one of many, top rated nude beaches. Multiple resorts along the beach, including Bardot's Clothing Optional Resort, allow nudity. In fact, nudity at the Samurai Beach is so common that it has become the home of the Nude Olympics, which are held on a yearly basis.

Spain and Greece are homes to a number of nude beaches, including the popular Red Beach. In addition to vacationing on the beach nude, Greece is well-know for its history. There are a number of historical landmarks along the Red Beach. Red Beach is famous for its lack of limits on nudity. The only restriction, at this popular nude beach, is that clothing must be worn in the dining hall. A large number of nude beaches limit when and where you can be in the nude, but Red Beach offers freedom to all.

As previously mentioned, nude beaches are ideal for mature crowds. If you are vacationing with your family or other young children, you may want to reexamine your decision to vacation at a nude beach. While a number of nude beaches are classified as being "family friendly," nudity may create some confusion, especially with younger children. If you are still interested in visiting beaches overseas, below is an overview of popular beaches, where clothing is required.

The coast of Spain from the north east to the southern most tip of Europe in the south west offers a tremendous range of beaches and beach amenities to suit all tastes and age groups. The Costa del Sol in the south (where we actually live) is no exception to this including all the kinds of coastal sports activities imaginable.

Located in Thailand is the island of Phi Phi Leh. The most well-known beach is the area is the Maya Beach. The area was damaged in the tsunami a few years back, but, for the most part, the area has seen a rebirth. In addition to traditional beach activities, new facilities, services, and activities have been added for tourists.

Cannes is located in the French Riviera. Cannes is most well-known for its frequent celebrity visits. While Cannes is often viewed as a costly vacation destination, you may be able enjoy the beaches and the amazing scenery on a budget.

The Bondi Beach, located in Australia, is a popular vacation destination. Beaches line the coast of this large island. Due to its popularity, Bondi Beach is often overcrowded. Despite large crowds, tourists often enjoy the numerous on and off shore activities found at Bondi Beach.

In addition to the above mentioned beaches, there are a large number of additional overseas vacations. Whether you choose to vacation at a nude beach or a beach where clothing is required, you are sure to find the perfect summer vacation destination.

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A Small List of Bora Bora Accommodations

As Bora Bora is known to be an internationally preferred tourist destination, a number of accommodation options are available for guests to choose from. From very deluxe resorts with overwater bungalows to medium priced resorts along the shores of white sand beaches, there is an ideal package for everyone.

The family on vacation, the CEO on a business convention, the spring break vacationers, the honeymooners, they all have a place in Bora Bora, as Bora Bora Accommodations are congruently varied, just as how majestically beautiful the island is.

Bora Bora accommodations can be categorized into two; there are Hotels and Resorts, which are obviously the more expensive, and Lodgings in Privates Residences, which pose to be the cheaper alternative to deluxe hotels and resorts.

Bora Bora Accommodations: Hotels and Resorts

As an international tourist spot, internationally known five star hotels and world class resorts can be found in the island.

Bora Bora Dive Resort


Bora Bora Eden Beach Hotel


Bora Bora Lagoon Resort (Orient Express)


Bora Bora Nui Resort and Spa (Starwood Luxury Collection)


Bora Bora Pearl Beach Resort


Club Med Bora Bora


InterContinental Resort and Thalasso Spa Bora Bora


InterContinental Le Mona Beach Bora Bora


Le Maitai Polynesia Bora Bora Hotel


Le Meridien Bora Bora


Sofitel Bora Bora Beach Resort


Sofitel Motu Bora Bora Beach Resort


St. Regis Resort Bora Bora





Though the degree varies from one hotel/resort to another, most Bora Bora Accommodations host various activities for their guests. The most "basic" of which would be scuba diving excursions, snorkeling, kayaking, water skiing, jet skiing and other popular water sports. Island exploration packages are also among the most common activity packages, likewise island tours, giving guests an in depth view of the island.
Depending on the available facilities hosted by the hotel/resort, sports like tennis and volleyball can also be catered to.

Bora Bora Accommodations: Smaller Hotels and Lodgings in Private Residences

Federation Haere Mai (Guesthouses and Pensions)


Mai Moana Island


Private Island Bora Bora


Rohotu Fare Lodge


Village Temanuata





As the cheaper alternative, for travelers with a care for their budget, Smaller Hotels and Private Residence Lodgings come to their aid. Not everyone can shell out money like they grow on trees, so these "smaller scale" Bora Bora accommodations come in to rescue guests with such concerns, still providing the "basics" in travel accommodations.

Perhaps their greatest win over more top of the line lodgings is their "intimate" closeness to Bora Bora, giving guests a more in-touch feel of the island. The "basic" activity packages offered by more upscale lodgings can still be met, as a number of private scuba diving services/rentals can be found within the shores of Bora Bora.

The bottom line is, be you stay in a deluxe hotel/resort, or in a small hotel, you'll still be in Bora Bora. As Bora Bora accommodations vary, the bottom line is it is still Bora Bora.

Sightseeing a Beautiful City – Don't Miss Florence Landscapes

FORTE BELVEDERE Forte San Giorgio, called Forte Belvedere (nice-seeing) for its wonderful sight, was committed to Buontalenti by Ferdinando I, to protect the city and the granducal family, that could reach the fortress from Palazzo Pitti crossing the Boboli gardens. During the summer, you find a huge red inflated sofa where you can sit admiring the wonderful panorama! Forte Belvedere can be reached by bus number 13 from Florence central train station S.M.N.

FIESOLE A small village on a hill overlooking Florence (near the city stadium)...it takes only 5 minutes to reach but it seems like a completely different part of the world. Climbing up to San Francesco church (on the top of Fiesole) there is probably the most breathtaking view of Florence. Moreover, you might take another street and go up from the end of viale Righi (the street is called via del Salviatino)...then you can reach Fiesole through a really impressive panoramic way. Fiesole can be reached by bus number 7 from Florence central train station S.M.N.

PIAZZALE MICHELANGELO This one is pretty famous. A large square with a marvellous view of Florence, on a small hill on the bank of the Arno River (so you can enjoy a sight of Ponte Vecchio). It has a copy of Michelangelo's David and a lot of cafés, as well as some beautiful gardens named after the flowers like Iris and Rose Garden. Piazzale Michelangelo can be reached by bus number 13 from Florence central train station S.M.N.

Spanish Food

Personally I grew tired of the 'best cuisine in the world' theory a long time. I think such a theory is a reflection on an unadventurous nation of people, few of who ever travel beyond their nearest coastline. There's a lot of very poor food in Spain, especially along the Mediterranean coast and in the south in general.

When I moved south from Madrid a friend whose wife is from León in the north asked me what we eat in Andalucia having visited the region and struggled to find much of quality. At the time his question surprised me but now I understand where he was coming from. There are good restaurants throughout Spain but they're much harder to find in the south than elsewhere.

In Madrid and north the quality and selection of food is way superior to the south. Quality restaurants abound in Barcelona and Valencia has seen an upsurge in its fortunes thanks to the construction of the City of Arts and Sciences there along with its role as host of the 2007 America's Cup. It is now a modern city which attracts a lot of tourists and a large number of new restaurants have appeared to satisfy the tastes of the new arrivals.

But it's to the north I'd like to suggest you go if you want the best of Spanish food. San Sebastian has more Michelin stars per capita than any other city in Europe and neighbouring Bilbao has some top notch restaurants. Located on the Atlantic coast with the fertile mountains inland there is no shortage of fresh ingredients from which young innovative chefs produce the finest quality fish and meat dishes.

My personal favourite places for Spanish food are in Galicia and Asturias in the very north west of the peninsula.'Pulpo a la gallega' (boiled octopus served with boiled potatoes and seasoned with olive oil and paprika) is one of my favourite dishes and is common all along the Galician coast. 'Lacon con grelos' (pork shoulder with turnip heads) is another one to look out for. And in Ribadesella on the Asturian coast as well as in the villages of the Picos de Europa their 'fabada' (hearty bean stew) and beef dishes are to die for. You'll also discover some outstanding Spanish wines in the north.

Madrid has plenty to offer the gourmet diner thanks to the high quality meat from the nearby Sierra de Guadarrama and the lorry loads of fresh fish arriving every morning from Galicia. Such is the demand for fish that Madrid has the world's second largest fish market after Tokyo. A day excursion to Segovia is a great idea if you like roast lamb or roast suckling pig as it's the speciality of this Roman town. Alternatively, just stay in Madrid and visit Botin's Restaurant for the same dishes in what is documented as being the world's oldest restaurant.

Secrets of Amsterdam, The Facts - Chapter 2

Amsterdam 750.000 inhabitants, is the capital of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, which, apart from the Netherlands itself, comprises the Netherlands Antilles and the Island of Aruba.

Monarchs are traditionally inaugurated in the Nieuwe Kerk church next to the Royal Palace on Dam Square, which is considered the heart of the nation.

For centuries, life in the Netherlands has been inspired by Amsterdam, a place where people from virtually every country and culture feel at home.

Since the Netherlands became an hereditary monarchy in 1813, the three kings and three queens of the House of Orange-Nassau who have succeeded to the throne have all been invested in Amsterdam. However, the reigning head of state, Queen Beatrix, was the first monarch to marry here as well, when she married Claus von Amsberg on 10 March 1966, in the Westerkerk church. Her eldest son, Willem-Alexander, Prince of Orange, will follow in her footsteps.

The name Amsterdam derives from the dam on the Amstel River on which the city was built. The name (Amstelledamme/Amstelredamme) is first recorded in 1275. In the gazetteer the name of Amsterdam also appears in Georgia, Idaho and Ohio, in South Africa, at Spitsbergen and among the islands in the Indian Ocean. New York was originally a Dutch establishment known as New Amsterdam, with a 'walstraat' (Wall Street) and a 'bouwerij' (Bowery), and quarters bearing the names of related places, such as Haarlem (Harlem) and Breukelen (Brooklyn). Even the name 'Yankee' originates in the Dutch names Jan and Kees.

The city Amsterdam is built on a four-metre-thick layer of peat, with a substratum of sand and clay to around 11 metres below N.A.P. (Amsterdam Ordnance Datum).All buildings are constructed on piling-foundations made from tree-trunks or concrete.

Just a century ago, Amsterdam Noord - the borough north of the IJ - comprised little more than farmland behind old Zuiderzee dykes. The construction of the North Holland Canal (1824) and the North Sea Canal (1870) at first attracted maritime industries, mainly ship-builders. The first houses were built in 1914, followed by garden suburbs.
For the next 20 years it seemed as if Amsterdam was going to expand in a northerly direction, but from the 1920s onwards a preference grew for the polders to the south and south-west of the city, where large new suburbs are today.The main reason for this was initially the unbridgeable water - without punt ferries the North was inaccessible. Since then, however, the suburb north of the IJ has grown into a mixed collection of neighbourhoods with 83,000 inhabitants, easily reachable by tunnels and bridges.

Mayor of Amsterdam is the head of the police of Amsterdam-Amstelland, a regional police force in which Amsterdam collaborates with the Municipalities of Amstelveen, Aals-meer, Diemen, Ouder-Amstel and Uithoorn. The area covers 357 square kilometres and has 875,000 inhabitants.

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