World Directory, Europe, Portugal, Azores, Corvo

Vila do Corvo, the village, the unique agglomeration on the island of Corvo, is constructed of small homes located along narrow roadways and alleys rising along the hills of the southern one-third of the island. The coastal area of the village is dominated by the Corvo Aerodrome and ports linking the community to the outside world.

Generally, the inhabitants dedicate themselves to fishing, agriculture, or raising cattle and most services on the island support these activities, as well as annual tourism.

World Directory, Europe, United Kingdom, Devon, Devon

A holiday in North Devon is full of contrast - from some of the most stunning coastlines and beaches in Britain to the wilds of remote Exmoor and the traditional rolling hills of Tarka Country. Throughout the year these diverse landscapes change and adapt to the seasons - the climate in the South West is the mildest in Britain, prompting the early arrival of snowdrops, primroses and wild daffodils in the Spring, creating hedgerows of fuschias in the summer and forming the rich golden russets of Autumn. North Devon's diversity is also reflected in the towns and villages that make up this unique area. The area caters for every type of visitor, whether you prefer sleepy hamlets hidden amongst the rolling hills, traditional market towns or vibrant coastal resorts offering a wide range of amenities, North Devon will not disappoint!

World Directory, Europe, Italy, Friuli-Venezia Giulia, Trieste

Trieste is a city and port in northeastern Italy near the Slovenian border, to the North, East, and South. Trieste is located at the head of the Gulf of Trieste on the Adriatic Sea. Throughout its history, it has been influenced by its geographic position at the crossroads of Germanic, Latin and Slavic culture.

World Directory, Europe, Italy, Liguria, Genoa

Rapallo is a commune in the province of Genoa, in Liguria, northern Italy. As of 2007 it counts approximately 34,000 inhabitants, it is part of the Tigullio Gulf and is located in between Portofino and Chiavari.

World Directory, Europe, Portugal, Algarve, Faro

Silves is a town and a municipality in the Algarve, southern Portugal. The municipality of Silves is part of the district of Faro. Silves is the former capital of the Algarve and is of great historical importance.

World Directory, Europe, Italy, Abruzzo, Teramo

Silvi is an Italian commune in the province of Teramo, about 15 km north of Pescara, in the Abruzzo region of central Italy. It stretches from Silvi Marina, a small seaside resort on the Adriatic Coast, to Silvi Paese up in the hills.

World Directory, Europe, Sweden, Halland, Halland

Varberg is a city in the province of Halland on the Swedish west coast. Varberg and all of Halland are well known for their 'typical west coast' sandy beaches.

World Directory, Oceania, New Zealand, Waikato, Coromandel Peninsula

The volcanic peak, Paku, and off shore views of the jagged Aldermen Islands are the natural focal points of the Tairua area. Large areas south of the river, between Pauanui and Wharekawa Harbour (Opoutere), are dominated by exotic forests. North of Tairua is the rugged coastal area of Sailors Grave - an area for a fine half day coastal work. Inland, the Tairua River runs to the sea from its source in the Coromandel Range, snaking through historic Broken Hills on its journey.

World Directory, Oceania, New Zealand, Bay of Plenty, Tauranga

Papamoa is the largest suburb of Tauranga in the Bay of Plenty region on the northeastern coast of the North Island of New Zealand.

World Directory, Oceania, New Zealand, Wellington, Wellington City

Welcome to Wellington, the capital city of New Zealand. Wellington is a picture perfect city. It is set between a magnificent harbour and rolling green hills. It is also a compact city where funky shops, exciting galleries and great restaurants are within easy walking distance.