World Directory, Africa, Saint Helena, Saint Helena, Ascension Island

Think of a place far from the madding crowd, think of a place where heritage and nature are in harmony, think of a place with warm and friendly people .. think no more ... come and see for yourself.

World Directory, Oceania, New Zealand, Waikato, Taupo District

Set in the centre of the North Island and NZ's largest lake - Lake Taupo. It covers 616sqkms and is widely considered the trout fishing capital of the world. Taupo's central loction places it within easy driving distance of many North Island tourist attractions, including Taupo and the ski fields.

World Directory, Oceania, New Zealand, Auckland, Auckland City

Leigh is an attractive village nestled on the beautiful coastline just one hour north of Auckland. It offers a wide variety of activities: swim & snorkel among the fish at the reknowned Goat Island Marine Reserve; take a fishing or diving trip from the picturesque Leigh harbour; enjoy the beautiful sheltered sandy beach of Matheson's Bay; or go surfing and horseriding on the miles of golden sand at Pakiri. Explore the walking tracks at Tawharanui regional park, play golf at Warkworth or Omaha or simply potter among the many cafes, arts & crafts and wineries the area has to offer.

World Directory, Europe, Cyprus, Nicosia, Nicosia District

Nicosia is the capital of Cyprus, a status it has enjoyed for 1000 years since the 10th century, though its beginnings date back 5000 years to the Bronze Age. It lies roughly in the centre of the island in the Mesaoria Plain, flanked by the beautiful northern range of Kyrenia mountains with its distinctive 'Pentadaktylos" - the five finger mountain. There are various suggestions as to the origin of the name Nicosia - or 'Lefkosia' In Greek - but the most likely one is linked to the popular tree, the tall 'Lefki ' which once adorned the city.

World Directory, Europe, United Kingdom, Channel Islands, Jersey

The Bailiwick of Jersey is a British Crown dependency off the coast of Normandy, France. As well as the island of Jersey itself, the Bailiwick includes the nearly uninhabited islands of the Minquiers, Écréhous, the Pierres de Lecq and other rocks and reefs. Together with the Bailiwick of Guernsey it forms the grouping known as the Channel Islands.

World Directory, Europe, Sweden, Vastra Gotaland, Bohuslan

Marstrand is a seaside town in Kungalv Municipality, Västra Götaland County in western Sweden. It has held city privileges since 1200. The most striking feature about Marstrand is the 17th century fortress Carlsten, named after King Carl X Gustav of Sweden. The town got its name from its location on the island Marstrandsön. Recently the town has expanded to the neighbour island Koön, which has bridge access to the mainland.

World Directory, Europe, Spain, Canary Islands, Santa Cruz de Tenerife

Tijarafe is a municipality in the Canary Islands in the province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. It is situated on the west-northwestern coast of the island of La Palma. Tijarafe is linked with the highway that encircles the whole island and is located west of Santa Cruz de Tenerife and NW of the Las Palmas Airport.

World Directory, Europe, Italy, Venetia, Venice

Sottomarina is an Italian town of Roman origin. It is a frazione of the comune of Chioggia, which is part of the province of Venice in the Veneto region of northern Italy. Like Venice, it is an island cut into pieces by canals, and it has bridges to bring the island together.

World Directory, Europe, United Kingdom, Scotland, Shetland Islands

Fair Isle is an island off Scotland, lying around halfway between Shetland and the Orkney Islands. 4.8 kilometres (3 miles) in length and 2.4 kilometres (1.5 miles) wide, it has an area of 768 hectares (3 square miles), making it the tenth largest of the Shetland Islands.

World Directory, North America, United States, Florida, Manatee County

What was once a best-kept secret among Florida day-trippers, Anna Maria Island, has always been known for its sugar-white coastline, emerald Gulf waters and quaint business districts, Today, it is now known as a vacation favorite among local, national and international travelers .