World Directory, Asia, Thailand, Phuket, Phuket

Phuket is one of the southern provinces (changwat) of Thailand. Neighbouring provinces are (from north clockwise) Phang Nga and Krabi, but as Phuket is an island there are no land boundaries.

World Directory, Asia, Singapore, Singapore, Singapore

Discover Singapore's rich ethnic, cultural and historical heritage through the sights and sounds of bustling ethnic enclaves and the civic district. Along the streets of Chinatown, Kampong Glam and Little India, religious monuments nestle amidst quaint shophouses.

World Directory, Asia, Japan, Hokkaido, Hokkaido

The Shiretoko Peninsula, is located on the easternmost portion of the Japanese island of Hokkaido, protruding into the Sea of Okhotsk. It is separated from the Kunashir Island of Russia by the Nemuro Strait. The name Shiretoko is derived from the Ainu language word sir etok, meaning "the end of the earth" or "the place where the earth protrudes". The towns of Rausu and Shari cover the peninsula.

World Directory, Asia, Hong Kong, Hong Kong, Hong Kong

Hong Kong has the big city specials like smog, odour, 14 million elbows and an insane love of clatter. But it's also efficient, hushed and peaceful: the transport network is excellent, the shopping centres are sublime, and the temples and quiet corners of parks are contemplative oases.

World Directory, Africa, Tanzania, Zanzibar, Zanzibar

Zanzibar is still the best-kept secret in the Indian Ocean, with its fascinating historical Stone Town and magnificent beaches.

World Directory, Europe, Spain, Gran Canaria, Las Palmas

The Small Continent ... that is how this island is called because of its extremely varied landscapes with European, African and even American vegetation. The mountain range in the island's center, of a height of about 2000 meters, is cut by some bizarre canyons.

World Directory, Europe, Greece, Cyclades, Cyclades

Naxos boasts some of the longest and best beaches in the Cyclades Islands . There are plenty to choose from and if you're prepared to travel further afield than the main beaches near Naxos Town you'll always be able to find a secluded spot even in high season.

World Directory, Europe, Cyprus, Paphos, Paphos

Paphos, a small charming harbour town, on the west of the island, which has been, during certain times in antiquity, the capital of Cyprus, has a history which goes back literally thousands of years, and has always attracted visitors from the rest of the island and abroad.

World Directory, Europe, Croatia, Dalmatia, Split-Dalmatia

Ciovo is a small island located off the Adriatic coast in Croatia with an area of 28.8 km² (length 15.3 km, width up to 3.5 km), population of 6,071 inhabitants (2001) and its highest peak is 218 m (Rudine).

World Directory, Europe, United Kingdom, England, Isle of Wight

Bembridge is located on the easternmost point of the Isle of Wight. Bembridge is home to many of the Island's wealthiest residents.

Close to the lifeboat station lies a coastguard outlook. Positioned at a high elevation this offers views of the Solent meeting the English Channel to the east of the Isle of Wight. From this vantage point one is able to view a variety of watercraft year round, although there is more marine traffic in the summer.