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If you want more crowds and activity try Santa Maria or Mar Azul. For families head over to Guanabo. Playas del Este is close to Havana so plan a trip to the city and maybe sample the local cigars.

There’s a wonderful town, named Lipari, with a reconstructed church from the Norman-era. Lipari also has an archeological museum and park. At the Diana District Archeological Park, you can visit a local seventeenth century castle as well as ruins of buildings from the Greeks and Romans.

But the giant Komodo lizards are the main draw. You have to be careful with them because they can be dangerous. It’s a good idea to get a local guide. A vacation here is for the more adventurous but it’s well worth the effort.

Punalu'u Black Sand Beach is an unusual spot and creates a beautiful contrast to the turquoise waters and the green palm trees on shore. Spotting the endangered green sea turtle here is a lot of fun. Just remember it is against the law to touch or harass them.

Giant tortoises, sea lions and pre-historic looking iguanas are some of the interesting wildlife you will encounter. The beach at Isla Bartolome is good for swimming and snorkeling with the penguins, turtles and tropical fish.

Small cruise ships go out from the town of Isla Santa Cruz for daytrips to the various islands and beaches.

The sunsets here are world famous and villages such as Oia, Fira and Imerovilil offer impressive views from their lofty perches on the volcanic walls. Santorini Island also has a very active nightlife, with Fira and Oia having the most popular clubs.

Popular activities are beachcombing, hiking and biking the many trails, spotting the wild horses and exploring the salt marshes. There are a wide variety of ranger-guided interpretive programs.

The most noticeable thing about it is that anyone can float in the water, effortlessly. Black Mud, made from the water, is used for therapeutic (Rheumatic diseases) and cosmetic treatments.

The beaches are sunny and warm year round and because the Dead Sea is 1300 feet below sea level, the sun’s UV rays are dramatically reduced. This is a great boon to sun bathing enthusiasts.

Beach Vacation Ideas #9:Barbados Island in the Caribbean is home Crane Beach, which is considered by many to be one of the top beaches in the world. The sand is a perfect fine soft white/pink and the ocean a perfect crystal blue.

Crowds are at a minimum because the beach is a bit away from the tourist routes. The Crane Resort is a luxury resort hotel that takes full advantage of this dreamy tropical location.

This is an excellent destination for a romantic or honeymoon vacation.

Check out The best Barbados beaches and vacation rentals by owner for information about Barbados accommodations.

Beach Vacation Spots #10:Children's Pool is a small sandy cove beach off the town of La Jolla in Southern California. The beach is protected by a seawall so it's a great family swimming area. The beach has a picturesque panoramic view.

The most unique thing about Children's Pool Beach is that nearby is a marine animal reserve called Seal Rock. The reserve is home to seals and sea lions and for much of the year these creatures make their way to the waters off the beach and up onto the beach itself.

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