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Things to do in Great Barrier Reef, Queensland: The Best Kayaking & Canoeing

The world's largest coral reef system, the Great Barrier Reef stretches almost 1500 miles into the Pacific from the tip of Queensland. Designated a Marine Park by the Australian government and a World Heritage Area by UNESCO, the reef is home to an extraordinary abundance of species and habitats. Snorkeling, diving and fishing are rightly popular along the reef, nowhere more so than on the Whitsunday Islands, where the silica sands and aqua waters of the Coral Sea create the perfect beach escape.

Top 8 Sports Complexes in Plymouth, England

Plymouth (/ˈplɪməθ/ ( listen)) is a city on the south coast of Devon, England, about 37 miles (60 km) south-west of Exeter and 190 miles (310 km) west-south-west of London. It lies between the mouths of the rivers Plym to the east and Tamar to the west, where they join Plymouth Sound to form the boundary with Cornwall.

What to do and see in Bourgogne-Franche-Comte, France: The Best Gear Rentals

Bourgogne-Franche-Comté is a region of France created by the territorial reform of French Regions in 2014, from a merger of Burgundy and Franche-Comté.

8 Day Trips from in Hood River That You Shouldn't Miss

Hood River beckons travelers with the scent of orchard blooms and the promise of adventure on the rushing waters of the Columbia River. The winds through the Columbia River Gorge provide the perfect conditions for windsurfing and kite surfing, making the city a hotspot for those sports in recent years. The surrounding area is ripe with orchards growing cherries, apples, peaches and other sweets. Take the Mt. Hood Scenic Railroad through the orchard route and take in the views of Mt. Hood.

What to do and see in Mexilhoeira Grande, Algarve: The Best Tours

Mexilhoeira Grande (Portuguese pronunciation: [mɨʃiˌʎwɐi̯ɾɐ ˈɡɾɐ̃dɨ]) is a civil parish in the municipality (concelho) of Portimão in the southern Portuguese region of the Algarve. The population in 2011 was 4,029, in an area of 91.15 km².

Best European food near Twyford, Reading,

Find out what European restaurants to try in Twyford including Weir Grove, Buratta's at the Royal Oak, Orwells, The French Horn, Bistro at The Boathouse, The New Inn, Valpy Street Bar & Bistro, Coppa Club - Sonning-on-Thames, Miller And Carter Oracle, Ruchetta

Things to do in St. Augustine, Florida (FL): The Best Shopping

Saint Augustine is a luxurious, romantic vacation spot—you’ll find classic hotels and intimate restaurants. Those can be a dime a dozen, though. What sets Saint Augustine apart is its history—it’s the oldest European settlement in the U.S. And nowhere else in the world can you taste the waters of the Fountain of Youth Archeological Park (where Ponce de Leon may have landed). Who knows, if you vacation here, maybe you won’t need that Botox!

10 Things to do Good for Kids in Ile-de-France That You Shouldn't Miss

Île-de-France (English: /ˌiːl də ˈfrɑːns/, French: [il də fʁɑ̃s] ( listen), "Island of France"), also known as the région parisienne ("Parisian Region"), is one of the 18 regions of France and includes the city of Paris. It covers 12,012 square kilometres (4,638 square miles) and has its own regional council and president. It has a population of 12,005,077 as of January 2014, equivalent to 18.2% of the population of France.

Top 10 European food in Moralzarzal, Spain

Find out what European restaurants to try in Moralzarzal including Restaurante Escala, Olive Gastro Restaurante, El Pollo Dorado 2, Cenador de Salvador, Azaya, Restaurante El Gallinero, El sueno de Laura Restaurante, Restaurante Escala, El Portillon, MiMo Restaurante ArteCocina

5 Hiking Trails in That You Shouldn't Miss

Discover the best top things to do in , Estonia including Oandu-Vosu hiking trail, Altja Tavern, Ojaaarse Forest Trail, Beaver Trail, Oandu-ikla Hiking Trail.

Top 7 Natural History Museums in Upper Bavaria, Bavaria

Discover the best top things to do in Upper Bavaria, Germany including Urweltmuseum Neiderhell, Dinosaurier Museum Altmuhltal, Archaologische Staatssammlung, Romer und Bajuwaren Museum, Klausbachhaus, Museum Berger, Kunstkammer Georg Laue.

10 Things to do Good for Couples in Coahuila That You Shouldn't Miss

Discover the best top things to do in Coahuila, Northern Mexico including Vinicola Hacienda del Marques, Christ of the Noas, Poza Azul, Dunas de Yeso, Alameda Zaragoza, Cuatrocienegas, Rio Los Mesquitez, Bodega Rivero Gonzalez, Vinedos Don Leo, Casa Madero.

Things to do in Kinki, Japan: The Best Multi-day Tours

The Kansai region (関西地方, Kansai-chihō) or the Kinki region (近畿地方, Kinki-chihō) lies in the southern-central region of Japan's main island Honshū. The region includes the prefectures of Mie, Nara, Wakayama, Kyoto, Osaka, Hyōgo and Shiga, sometimes Fukui, Tokushima and Tottori. While the use of the terms "Kansai" and "Kinki" have changed over history, in most modern contexts the use of the two terms is interchangeable. The urban region of Osaka, Kobe, and Kyoto (Keihanshin region) is the second-most populated in Japan after the Greater Tokyo Area.

Top 10 Shopping in Kymenlaakso, Finland

Kymenlaakso (literally Kymi Valley) (Swedish: Kymmenedalen) is a region in Finland. It borders to the regions Uusimaa, Päijänne Tavastia, Southern Savonia and South Karelia. Its name means literally The Valley of River Kymijoki. Kymijoki is one of the biggest rivers in Finland with a drainage basin with 11% of the area of Finland. The city of Kotka with 55,000 inhabitants is located at the delta of River Kymijoki and has the most important import harbour in Finland. Other cities are Kouvola further in the inland which has after a municipal merger 88,000 inhabitants and the old bastion town Hamina.

What to do and see in Sugarcreek, Ohio (OH): The Best Gift & Specialty Shops

Sugarcreek is a village in Tuscarawas County, Ohio, United States. It includes the community formerly known as Shanesville. The population was 2,220 at the 2010 census. It is known as "The Little Switzerland of Ohio." In the center of town stands one of the world's largest cuckoo clocks, which was previously featured on the cover of the Guinness Book of World Records in 1977.

What to do and see in London, England: The Best Distillery Tours

The crown jewels, Buckingham Palace, Camden Market…in London, history collides with art, fashion, food, and good British ale. A perfect day is different for everyone: culture aficionados shouldn't miss the Tate Modern and the Royal Opera House. If you love fashion, Oxford Street has shopping galore. For foodies, cream tea at Harrod’s or crispy fish from a proper chippy offers classic London flavor. Music and book buffs will love seeing Abbey Road and the Sherlock Holmes Museum (at 221B Baker Street, of course).

What to do and see in Pushkin, Northwestern District: The Best Things to do Good for Big Groups

Pushkin is a historic estate originally given by Peter the Great to his wife Catherine as a rural getaway. Today, the main attraction is Tsarskoye Selo, a collection of historic palaces, churches and other buildings that make it a World Heritage Site. Highlights include the beautiful Alexander and Catherine Palaces. The town itself was founded in the early 1700s and was the home of the first railroad service in Russia, which still connects it to the capital.

The 5 Best Things to do in Dimondale, Eaton County

Discover the best top things to do in Dimondale, United States including Dimes Brewhouse, First Presbyterian Church, Dimondale Canoe and Kayak, The Summit Sports and Ice Complex, The Spector-Walker Beatles Collection.