World Directory, Oceania, New Zealand, Wellington, Wellington

The magical atmosphere of the Kapiti Coast landscape that we know so well today, was created by gigantic earthquakes 200 million years ago. The upheavals exposed a 10 km long block of rock that now sits as an island 5.6km from the mainland and protects a series of small settlements from the westerly gales. Behind, the coast is sheltered from the south by the massive Tararua Ranges. The magical atmosphere of the Kapiti Coast landscape that we know so well today, was created by gigantic earthquakes 200 million years ago. The upheavals exposed a 10 km long block of rock that now sits as an island 5.6km from the mainland and protects a series of small settlements from the westerly gales. Behind, the coast is sheltered from the south by the massive Tararua Ranges.

World Directory, Oceania, New Zealand, Southland, Southland

One of New Zealand's scenic wonders, Fiordland's Lake Manapouri is as well known for its spectacular Underground Power Station as for its Trout fishing and Tramping Tracks. It is the only access point for visiting Doubtful Sound and many western Fiords.

World Directory, Oceania, New Zealand, Nelson, Tasman

It is well known for its sandy beaches, fresh fruit, boutique wineries, delicious seafood, arts/crafts and the three National Parks. Abel Tasman in particular, is famous for its clear turquoise water, golden sand, and native bush growing right down to the beach.

World Directory, Oceania, New Zealand, Auckland, Waiheke Island

Waiheke Island is the second largest island (9,324 hectares) within the Hauraki Gulf. It is 26 km long and 19 km across at its widest point, with rolling hills that reach 230 metres at the highest point. Its name translated means cascading waters which refers to the waterfalls now within the Whakanewha Regional Park. It is a unique island settlement close to Auckland with a resident population of about 7,000 spread out around the numerous bays and beaches mainly grouped at the western end.

World Directory, North America, United States, Florida Keys, Florida Keys

Sugarloaf Key is one of the larger islands in the lower Florida Keys, about 15 miles east of Key West.

World Directory, Europe, Italy, Sardinia, Carbonia-Iglesias

Calasetta is a small town (population 2,745) and comune located on the island of Sant'Antioco, off the Southwestern coast of Sardinia, Italy.

World Directory, Australia, Australia, Victoria, Phillip Island

Cape Woolamai is a small town and headland at the south eastern tip of Phillip Island in Victoria, Australia.

World Directory, North America, United States, Rhode Island, Washington County

Westerly is a town on the south shore of Washington County, Rhode Island, United States. Founded in 1669 by John Babcock, it is a beachfront community on the south shore of the state.

World Directory, Europe, Norway, Haugaland, Rogaland

Karmoy is a municipality in Rogaland county, Norway. It is located southwest of the city of Haugesund.

World Directory, North America, United States, Alaska, Prince of Wales-Outer Ketchikan

Edna Bay is a census-designated place (CDP) on Kosciusko Island in Prince of Wales-Outer Ketchikan Census Area, Alaska, United States.