World Directory, Europe, United Kingdom, Scotland, Harris

Tarbert is the main community on Harris in the Western Isles of Scotland. It is also a car ferry terminal to Uig on Skye. Its name means "isthmus".

World Directory, Europe, United Kingdom, Scotland, Orkney

Stromness is the second-largest town in the Orkney Islands, Scotland, and is located in the south-west of the mainland of Orkney. It is also a parish, with the town of Stromness as its capital. The name Stromness is derived from the Viking language. Strom refers to the strong tides that rip past the Point of Ness to the south of the town, literally 'strong tide point'. In Viking times Stromness was called Hamnavoe, meaning 'peaceful or safe harbour'.

World Directory, Europe, United Kingdom, Wales, Ceredigion

Llangrannog (otherwise Llangranog) is a small, coastal village and seaside resort in Ceredigion, Wales, seven miles south of New Quay. According to the United Kingdom Census 2001, the population of Llangrannog was then 772 people. Also, the census reveals that 51.8% of the population speak Welsh fluently, with the highest percentage of speakers being in the 15-19 age group, where 100% are able to speak Welsh.

World Directory, Europe, United Kingdom, Scotland, Firth of Clyde

Brodick is a town on the eastern side of the Isle of Arran. The main road across the island runs from Brodick to Blackwaterfoot on the west side. The Isle of Arran is located an hour ferry's ride from Ardrossan, not far from Glasgow. The island has 10 peaks over 600m and a coastal road. The main city is Brodick, which has a castle.

World Directory, Europe, United Kingdom, Scotland, Aberdeenshire

Banff and Macduff are neighbouring towns situated on Banff Bay, both of which are former burghs in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. Until 1975 Banff was the county town of Banffshire.

World Directory, Europe, Spain, Valencia, Alicante

Located between Benidorm and Calpe on the Costa Blanca, lies the resort of Altea. Although you won't be impressed by the pebble beach, you will be impressed by the working port and fishing fleet. Watch the fish unloaded daily into the busy harbour. A visit to Altea must start at the highest part of the town. From the Plaza de Nuestra Senora del Consuelo with its unique church, topped with blue tiles, panoramic views can be had.

World Directory, Europe, Spain, Andalusia, Malaga

Malaga is a port city in Andalusia, southern Spain, on the Costa del Sol coast of the Mediterranean.

World Directory, Europe, Spain, Balearic Islands, Majorca

This elegant island has to offer anything a visitor might dream of. Mallorca's wonderful climate, beautiful landscapes as well as its cosmopolitan ambience make it a privileged holiday resort, with a cultural offer comparable to the one of many European capitals. The Auditiorio de Palma, for instance, ranks among Europe's top concert halls. At Mallorca, you will find relaxation, inspiration, culture and entertainment ...

World Directory, Europe, Spain, Cantabria, Cantabria

Along the northern coast of Spain, Santander boasts exotic seafood dishes, talented chefs, and a terrain that includes lush rolling hills, towering cliffs, and diverse beaches.

World Directory, Europe, Spain, Galicia, Pontevedra

Sanxenxo, around the 70's, became an emblematic place for tourism in Galicia. Its value is the fact of having a neuralgic position in the southern coast of Galicia, with the traditional flavour that gives it a perfect symbiosis between the sea and the land, between the hospitable character of its people and the beauty of its scenery.