Set along the turquoise coast of southern Turkey, Phaselis offers a rare combination of ancient ruins and quiet bays framed by pine forests. Located within the borders of Antalya Province, this former port city stretches across a narrow peninsula where the sea meets low hills. Visitors arrive to find three natural harbors, each with clear water and gentle shores, creating inviting spots for swimming just steps from centuries-old stone structures.

Nestled within Freycinet National Park on Tasmania's stunning east coast, Wineglass Bay is a destination that calls out to nature lovers and adventure seekers alike.

One of the four islands that make up the British Virgin Islands, Jost van Dyke is a Caribbean paradise known for its white sand beaches, turquoise sea pools, and marinas filled with yachts.

Nosy Komba is a small volcanic island in northwestern Madagascar, located between the larger island of Nosy Be and the mainland. Its slopes rise from the sea and are covered with tropical vegetation, while the coastline includes sandy coves, rocky shores, and clear waters. The island has no large urban center, and villages are spread along the coast and lower hillsides. Forested interiors provide habitat for Madagascar's distinctive wildlife, while offshore waters contain coral reefs and marine

Important both historically and economically, the beachside city of La Serena is one of Chile's oldest post-Columbian cities. The region's silver, copper and agriculture were so important that the city had its own mint. Today, La Serena maintains a colonial air, although it is threatening Viña del Mar's supremacy as premier beach resort. Apart from a string of beautiful beaches, attractions include a handful of museums and a number of nearby quaint villages and vineyards.