On both coasts from the remote enclave of Drake Bay to the quaint village of Puerto Jimenez and
the sweeping beaches of the Osa Penninsula, Costa Rica's ten best beach hotels are as diverse as they are excellent.
No other game can take you from the backstreets of Detroit, to the hustle and bustle of Manhattan, the sun -
swept beaches of Miami, to the desert canyons of the South and beyond in one sitting.
Not exact matches
Situated in the rolling hills
of La Cruz de Huanacaxtle and overlooking Mexico's Banderas Bay, this Preferred Hotel Group - affiliated luxury resort includes 40 private villas with
sweeping ocean and mountain views, a full - service Makawé Spa, the elegant Raixes Restaurant, and the classic Eva Mandarina
Beach Club.
Boasting
sweeping views
of the Atlantic Ocean and Haulover Cut, Artisan
Beach House is poised to be one
of the region's most coveted hotspots for 2017.
Horseshoe Bay
Beach is most certainly one
of the most beautiful, with its long
sweeping white
beaches.
Suffolk County Executive Steve Bellone encountered something unexpected yesterday as he walked the hairline paths
of Ocean
Beach, Fire Island, where superstorm Sandy
swept homes off their foundations and tossed around brawny off - road vehicles like paper cups in the wind.
In an unusually severe storm nearby Miami
Beach would be
swept by a wall
of water up to 16 feet above the current sea level.
Walking along the
beaches of New England, it is easy to spot large amounts
of a fine red seaweed clogging the coastline, the result
of sweeping changes in the marine environment occurring beneath the water.
The Cargo Swimmables Eye Pencil in Pfeiffer
Beach ($ 18; cargocosmetics.com) was added to the star's waterline, and a few
sweeps of Rimmel Scandal Eyes Retro Glam Mascara in black ($ 6; ulta.com) finished the look.
This
sweeping romantic epic, based on the Ian McEwan novel
of the same name (which is worth a read, though you won't find the book on Netflix), sends Robbie (James McAvoy) off to fight in World War II, and he finds himself in the middle
of Britain's retreat from the Germans on the shores
of Dunkirk
Beach.
Highlights include Red Buttons's scene as a paratrooper who gets caught on a church steeple and can only watch the action below, some
sweeping camera movements as the Allies attack a large building overlooking a bridge (I can't remember the name
of the town) and a much better version
of the blowing up
of a bunker on the Normandy
beach than the one in Saving Private Ryan.
It is a based on a true story set in Japan,
of a man who would spend his days at a certain time
of the year,
sweeping the
beach.
Rather than seek
sweeping buy - in from its school districts, which number more than 1,000, the state tightened its focus on a group
of seven districts — including Los Angeles and Long
Beach — where superintendents were willing to embrace more - aggressive plans than were proposed in round one.
The Porsche North America team's Fred Makowiecki and Patrick Pilet and the BMW
of Edwards and Lucas Luhr completed a Michelin
sweep of the top five GTLM finishing positions together with new Long
Beach qualifying and race lap records.
Explore the natural surroundings, including wind -
swept beaches, golf courses and the nearby village
of Quiberon, or tour Britanny's historical sites.
Located a short walk to the south
of Tuna Bay along a series
of easy to follow walkways, Teluk KK has a western stretch (the length with the pier), but then, after the very photogenic rocky point, it
sweeps east, creating a lovely southward facing, totally undeveloped
beach.
Santa Cruz County boasts 14 state parks covering a range
of terrain from wave -
swept beaches to rugged mountain ridges.
If it's the best
of the
beaches you're after, a popular string
of resorts lie in the north
of the state, where the long
sweep of sand includes Candolim and Baga.
The official citation pays tribute to the island's «exceptional natural beauty» and refers to «over 250 km
of sandy
beaches with long, uninterrupted
sweeps of ocean
beach, with more than 40 km
of strikingly coloured sand cliffs, as well as spectacular dune blowouts and ocean surf
beaches; tall rainforests growing on low nutrient sands; perched dune lakes including both clear «white water» lakes and dark «black water» lakes; banksia woodlands, heath, patterned swampy fens and sheltered mangrove areas in a spectacular «mosaic landscape.»
One
of southern Vietnam's popular
beach destinations, Mui Ne is a 12 - kilometre long
sweeping bay that boasts beachfront resorts.
Located in the Caribbean Sea, the charming island
of Barbados is also a favourite for those newly - hitched — perhaps due to its eclectic culture and irresistible sand -
swept beaches.
With its melting pot
of cultures, rich historical and cultural heritage and the pristine white
beaches that
sweep along its coastline, the Western Cape Province has much to offer any visiting tourist... The City Bowl is brimming with excellent restaurants, champagne bars, galleries, boutiques and shops; while the beauty
of the mountains and the stunning
beaches add an unmistakable sense
of tranquillity to every aspect
of the Mother City and the Cape Peninsula.
Its stunning, Caribbean
beaches are gorgeous
sweeps of white sand, and the turquoise waters are perfect for swimming and snorkelling.
They liked the perfect stretch
of white sand
beach, the gentle waves, the ideal weather, and the broad swath
of green that
swept up the slopes
of the rainbow - laced Kahalawai, the West Maui Mountains.
Room Types: - 2 Casitas: Featuring separate living area and bedroom with king - size bed and
sweeping ocean views - 10 Ocean View Hill Casitas: Located on the hills and offering panoramic views
of the bay - 7 Ocean View Pool Casitas: Offering panoramic views
of the bay and a private 10 - metre pool - 4 Bay View Pool Casitas: Offering an expansive terrace with outdoor living / dining area and a 10 - metre pool - 1 Amanera Casita: Offering the finest ocean views
of the property and 10 - metre infinity pool - 1 Bay View Casa — 2 Bedroom: Offering panoramic views over Playa Grande
Beach and the ocean and a 20 - metre infinity pool
The most famous
of these must be Banana
Beach; a stunning sweeping sandy beach located on the west c
Beach; a stunning
sweeping sandy
beach located on the west c
beach located on the west coast.
Koh Lipe
swept into SE Asian travellers» consciousness a few years back after its perfect white - sand
beaches and crystal - clear waters appeared on the front cover
of a best - selling travel guide.
The highlight is the nearby
beach of Ao Manao, about 2 km from the town (a tuk - tuk will take you there for # 1), where you'll find an idyllic
sweep of fine sand fringed by tall trees and lapped by calm waters.
Bali, Indonesia, «Island
of Gods» is renowned for its spectacular and diverse natural scenery encompassing volcanic peaks, steeply terraced rice fields, vast
sweeping tropical
beaches, dense forests and lush gardens.
La Playa de la Concha
beach, with its golden crescent
sweeping from Parte Vieja (old town — the heart
of the city) in the east to Monte Igueldo in the west, is a wonderful feature
of this city.
I've got those Hollywood ad campaigns pegged: A
sweeping shot
of an unimaginably beautiful
beach fades in from black.
From
sweeping tea plantations to UNESCO - listed treasures and the wildlife
of the Yala National Park, spend two memorable weeks exploring the history, culture and
beaches of this Indian Ocean gem, a...
The highlight
of Bahama
Beach Club at Treasure Cay (the prime resort area on Abaco) is a sweeping natural beach that functions as both playground and... Read
Beach Club at Treasure Cay (the prime resort area on Abaco) is a
sweeping natural
beach that functions as both playground and... Read
beach that functions as both playground and... Read More
All have private balconies or decks that overlook the resort's even more compelling assets: an immaculate, pristine
sweep of beach; the 18 - hole, Tom Weiskopf - designed golf course; or the sumptuous, manicured gardens.
An idyllic spot in the south - east, this resort is famed for its stunning landscapes
of palm trees and sand -
swept beaches.
Just 10 minutes» walk from Megali Ammos
beach and 15 minutes from the ancient town
of Mykonos, this spectacular 5 - bedroom Greek villa commands
sweeping views
of the bay and town from its elevated position.
Named for its 12 mile stretch
of surf -
swept sand, Long
Beach offers outstanding beach hiking, and is open year - r
Beach offers outstanding
beach hiking, and is open year - r
beach hiking, and is open year - round.
A pair
of six foot long monitor lizards clamber over giant granite boulders beside the
beach, forked tongues flashing; Hornbills, reminiscent
of pre-historic birds from a school textbook, squawk loudly and
sweep through heavily scented frangipani trees; fruit bats dangle like strange fruit over the tropical gardens and macaque monkeys chatter as they scramble through the trees tops.
Perched on the headland with
sweeping views
of private
beaches and the Coral Sea.
Sweeping views, open - concept interiors and a great location close to Launiupoko
Beach make this modern vacation rental one
of the best on Maui.
Discover Sofitel Agadir Thalassa Sea & Spa with
sweeping views
of the Atlantic Ocean and let us assist in planning unforgettable excursions and treatments: a luxurious massage at our Institute or a horse or camel ride along the
beach.
Kauai's North Coast, meanwhile, has stunning scenery with emerald mountains, laid - back town
of Hanalei, a big
sweep of swim - able
beach, and a hiking trail to the Napali Coast.
Recently remodeled Ekahi 7H offers
sweeping panoramic views
of the pool, ocean, and lush greenbelt and is also just steps away from the main pool and Keawakapu
Beach.
All around the island there is evidence
of beach being
swept away, and again the west coast tended to be the less affected.
If you're craving
beach time on your holiday, head to the postcard - worthy stretch of Smuggler's Cove or the sandy sweep of Long Bay Beach, both clos
beach time on your holiday, head to the postcard - worthy stretch
of Smuggler's Cove or the sandy
sweep of Long Bay
Beach, both clos
Beach, both close by.
Kaua`i is well - known for its hiking trails offering dramatic,
sweeping views
of water and white sandy
beaches.
Sea stacks punctuate the long
sweep of shoreline south, backed by the town
of Cannon
Beach and ridge
of coastal mountains above.
Explore the rugged, picturesque surroundings, including wind -
swept beaches and the seaside village
of Quiberon, 1.5 km away.
This Big Island vacation rental pairs
sweeping ocean views and the luxury
of a private residence with access to the resort's amenities and a location just minutes from its
beach, restaurants, spa and more.
Expect to be
swept away by panoramic views
of stunning landscapes, lured by sandy
beaches, and soothed by heavenly warm waters.