Sentences with phrase «natural harbour»

A "natural harbour" is a place along a coastline where the land and water form a sheltered area that makes it safe for ships and boats to anchor and be protected from rough waves and strong winds. Full definition
It is beside the second largest natural harbour in the world.
It's easy to see why Sydney Harbour is regarded as one of the most beautiful natural harbours in the world.
Olbia is the largest town in northeast Sardinia, spilling down wooded hills to a beautiful natural harbour filled with boats.
Explore the protected natural harbour of Admiralty Bay with its yachts and and the colourful capital of Port Elizabeth, or pass time with activities like boat excursions and visits to the turtle sanctuary.
The vibrant little city of Olbia overlooks a gorgeous natural harbour on the north east coast of Sardinia.
One thing I'll never forget from my trip was a visit to San Carlos, the stunning natural harbour where UK troops first put boots on the ground.
Port Campbell some 280kms west of Melbourne via The Great Ocean Road is situated on the only natural harbour between Apollo Bay and Warrnambool and has in recent times developed a well earned reputation as one of the leading holiday destinations on the Great Ocean Road.
Port Campbell some 280kms west of Melbourne via The Great Ocean Road is situated on the only natural harbour between Queenscliff and Warrnambool and has in recent times developed a well earned reputation as one of the leading holiday destinations on the Great Ocean Road.
Known for its rich maritime history and one of the great natural harbours in the world, Halifax is without a doubt a fascinating city.
Couples will love the laidback atmosphere of holidays to Omis, with the town offering a stunning beach, natural harbour where you can watch the boats sail by, and pretty streets where you can stop off in restaurants, bars and shops.
On Boston Bay, one of the world's largest protected natural harbours, Port Lincoln is the seafood capital of Australia and home to the largest fishing fleet in the Southern Hemisphere.
Port Stephens isn't a town, rather a vast natural harbour, and Nelson Bay is the main town.
The harbour, called Portus Magnus by the Romans, is one of the most beautiful and famous natural harbours in Europe.
A real highlight was sailing to the islands of Brac and Hvar, where we had a brief stop in one of the smallest natural harbours you are ever likely to encounter.
The Haven is Britian's largest and deepest natural harbour.
Day 7 Travel to Trincomalee (5 hrs) famous for its deep - water natural harbour.
Day 1 On the east coast lies the charming and historic town of Trincomalee, which sits on a fine natural harbour.
Marmaris has one of the biggest natural harbours in the world, with an expansive bay that has welcomed iconic historic figures including Mark Anthony and the Crusaders.
Chora (also known as Naxos Town) is a beautiful, historic town arranged around a stunning natural harbour guarded by a 6th - century BC gateway, the «Portara».
Recently revamped and restored, the 44 - bedroom Moorland Garden Hotel enjoys a beautiful location between the untamed splendour of Dartmoor National Park and the magnificent natural harbour of Plymouth.
Just on the bay of Porto Colom, one of the most charming natural harbours of Mallorca, the Ola Hotel El Vistamar offers high quality installations to enjoy your holiday.Two outdoor swimming pools, one indoor swimming pool with jacuzzi, sauna, turkish bath, massage service, two tennis courts, mini golf.
This is one of the quieter areas on the North Cornish coast and is an ideal base for touring being centrally situated for the Eden project (18 miles), Tintagel (25 miles), Bodmin Moor (21 miles), and the world's third largest natural harbour at Falmouth (30 miles).
The beaches, clear blue waters and massive natural harbour provide the perfect destination for a summer holiday and as the weather is great throughout the year you can take a holiday to Marmaris whenever you choose.
For 74 years it was under British rule, which left a deep imprint on the island, mainly around the strategic port of Mahón, the second largest natural harbour in the world.
Wander round the marina or charter a boat and cruise one of Australia's most beautiful natural harbours.
Begin your discovery with a ferry ride from Circular Quay across sparkling Sydney Harbour, one of the world's great natural harbours.
There are so many things to do in Nelson Bay, the main town in Port Stephens, a stunning natural harbour an hour north - east of Newcastle on the New South...
As you will simultaneously explore the location where the Spanish - American war began and one of the best natural harbours in Southeast Asia, this experience is not to be missed!
Port Campbell is a small seaside village 280 kilometers west of Melbourne accessible from The Great Ocean Road or the M1 from just outside Colac at Pirron Yallook C163 or the C164 from Camperdown is a tranquil, scenic, much sought after seaside holiday village set on Horseshoe Bay - the only natural harbour between Apollo Bay and Warrnambool.
Port Campbell some 280kms west of Melbourne via The Great Ocean Road is situated on the only natural harbour between The Great Ocean Road and Warrnambool and has in recent times developed a well earned reputation as one of the leading holiday destinations on the Great Ocean Road.
Limnos has one of the largest natural harbours in the Aegean, good beaches and one or two historical sites, while Samothrace has good night life at Kamariotissa and, beyond it in the hills is the pretty village of Hora with the remains of a fort and beautiful views of the sea.
It possesses fine sand beaches and natural harbours, as well as excellent views of the northern Grenadine islands.
The busy port, with many shipping movements each day, is also one of the world's largest natural harbours and is full of wildlife, much of which is visible in the marshes and mudflats and on Brownsea island inside the harbour.
Nelson Bay is a coastal resort town of approximately 5000 people located just inside the mouth of Port Stephens, a large natural harbour.
You can charter a boat and cruise one of Australia's most beautiful natural harbours.
When she's not travelling or skiing, Teresa spends summer months aboard her houseboat in the world's largest natural harbour, Poole Harbour.
Durban Metro is more than just the city of Durban with its natural harbour, busy port and Golden Mile of impressive international hotels and glorious beaches - regarded as the definitive coastal «playground in the sun».
It's carved into the hills around the natural harbour of Marigot bay and the first approach is to the hotel's reception on the hilltop.
The city is located on the eastern side of the island and is famed for its large natural harbour, one of the largest in the world at over 5 kilometres long and boasting stunningly clear and often calm waters.
The natural harbour is a delightful hub of activity, and visitors are invited to purchase dried fish and fresh fish here.
We continue south along Highway One to Port Lincoln situated on picturesque Boston Bay, one of the world's largest natural harbours.
Accommodation in Durban The Greater Durban Metro is more than just the city of Durban with its natural harbour, busy port and Golden Mile of impressive international hotels and glorious beaches - regarded as the definitive coastal «playground in the sun»...
The Greater Durban Metro is more than just the city of Durban with its natural harbour, busy port and Golden Mile of impressive international hotels and glorious beaches - regarded as the definitive coastal «playground in the sun»...
The natural harbour makes for great sailing and fishing too.
Day 11 Kristiansand is divided over three islands in a beautiful natural harbour, connected by bridges.
Although inhabited since prehistoric times, Villefranche - sur - Mer's natural harbour, the deepest on any Mediterranean coast, proved useful both to the ancient Greeks and later the Romans who established settlements here.
Surrounding a natural harbour, well - moneyed Newport Beach offers 10 miles of pristine beaches.
It may have long been held in the traveller's mind as a sleepy fishing port, but behind the pretty white - washed facade of this natural harbour there's lots to entice the style conscious holiday - maker.
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