World Directory, North America, United States, California, Monterey County

In the midst of a bustling downtown lined with fashionable restaurants, shops, cafes and nightspots, Monterey has preserved more of its history than any other city in California.

World Directory, North America, United States, California, Orange County

Charming island and peninsula, with great beaches. Despite all of its charms, it's often overlooked by tourists and area residents alike, which keeps it relatively uncrowded. The seven islands of Newport Beach Harbor lie cradled inside Balboa Peninsula, and are some of the most expensive real estate in Southern California. Homes costing $1.5 million and up are surrounded by one of the world's largest small yacht harbors. Newport Beach is a quiet, relaxed place where you're more likely to meet the harbor patrol than the highway patrol, and you'll hear more birds than automobiles.

World Directory, North America, United States, California, Los Angeles County

Welcome to Santa Monica, home of the famous Santa Monica Pier with its historic carousel and more recently added Pacific Park amusement park, the outdoor, pedestrian-oriented Third Street Promenade, the panoramic coastline and beach, beautiful parks, more than 400 restaurants, scores of art galleries, theaters and performance spaces, four distinct shopping districts and outstanding accommodations from economy to luxury.

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

Some days, Biscayne Bay's shallow waters are glassy smooth, a window on another world. Other times, the wind whistles and whips, creating white waves that bite like teeth at an angry sky. Some days are quiet and still, the silence broken only by the sound of ocean ripples lapping at the mangrove-fringed shoreline, the exhalation of a manatee, or a crab scuttling across the leaf-strewn forest floor. On weekends, the laughter of children, the sizzle of burgers on a grill, or the "woosh" of water being cleared from a snorkel takes over.

World Directory, North America, United States, Florida, St. Lucie County

As one of the oldest communities on the east coast of Florida, Fort Pierce has borne witness to the changing tides of history - as well as the changing tides of the Atlantic Ocean - for over 104 years. The days of one-room log houses and quiet river commerce has given way to diverse possibilities as the city has grown to over 39,000 residents, but the echoes of the rural past can still be felt in the peaceful quality of the lives our residents lead just a short distance from the hustle and bustle of both West Palm Beach and Orlando. Ours is a diverse yet neighborly community, embracing both the richness of our heritage and the promise of the future in St. Lucie County Downtown, within sight of the timeless waters of the Indian River Lagoon, affords our residents contemporary shopping, dining and a range of entertainment and activities.

World Directory, North America, United States, Oregon, Curry County

Port Orford is a remote fishing village and artist community as well as a retirement town. While the initial appearance of Port Orford lacks the sparkle and flash of bigger cities, visitors soon find that it is as comfortable as an old pair of slippers and has more characters and intrigue than a mystery novel.

World Directory, North America, United States, California, San Diego

Escape to Cardiff-by-the-Sea for a memorable vacation in the quiet of a village, find the peace that comes from the sounds of the ocean, view the unending beauty of sunsets over the water, experience the charm of an elegant lodge, enjoy the warmth and hospitality of the local folks, and relax while viewing the captivating white caps rolling onto shore by day and by night.

World Directory, North America, Mexico, Baja California Sur, Los Cabos

Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, where the Sea of Cortez meets the Pacific Ocean, is like a little slice of heaven - there's something sure to please everyone. This tropical desert paradise at the tip of Baja California offers unsurpassed recreational opportunities. From world class fishing, golf and diving, to fantastic dining, shopping and nightlife you just can't go wrong.

World Directory, North America, United States, Oregon, Lincoln County

With miles of sandy ocean beaches, forest roads, hiking trails, wilderness areas and a picturesque bay, this is the coast treasured by Oregonians. If you enjoy windsurfing, kayaking, boating, fishing, sailing, hiking or cycling...or if you just like to wander around on the beach, Waldport is the place you need to visit.

World Directory, Europe, Spain, Canary Islands, Lanzarote

With a good deal of flatland, Lanzarote is the least mountainous of the Canary Islands. Due to its low level, Lanzarote is below the level of humid and warm air. In general, this results in a dry climate with little rain. The sun shines for many hours throughout the year, which allows sun worshippers to enjoy the long white-sand beaches and clear waters: those of Famara, Papagayo, Orzola, Puerto del Carmen or Las Cucharas. The wind is constant and moderate almost all year, making Lanzarote a suitable place for the practice of yachting, windsurfing and kitesurfing.