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Banfield didn't want to follow the standard beat of society in the late 1800s, so with wife Bertha, moved onto deserted Dunk Island off the Queensland coast, Australia.

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The Mai Tai has become one of the great classic cocktails, but who invented it - Don the Beachcomber or Trader Vic?

How to collect nature treasures from the beach. Collectors can collect sand , stones, shells, driftwood and washed glass and preserve these scientific finds.

The Mai Tai has a clever history full of rivalry and continued popularity. Read on to learn more about this famous drink.

Rum drinks seem to go hand-in-hand with warm days and breezy nights. Why not try out these great summer cocktail recipes?

The Zombie, the only drink that will intoxicate you from the feet first, was created in 1934. After many decades, this beverage is still preferred for all Zombie Fests.

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As the warmest weather of the year arrives visitors have the opportunity to explore Newport's natural areas and historic landmarks while experiencing fewer crowds.

Clearwater Beach, Florida is one of the top beaches in America. Enjoy a leisurely day at the beach and a delicious meal at one of the fine area restaurants.

Found on beaches along oceans and big lakes, sea glass comes from discarded glass that has been tumbled by wave and sand action to create smooth frosted glass.

Visiting these Washington coast festivals means getting involved in activities like clamming, flying kites, building sand castles and beachcombing.

The wine country region on the coast north of San Francisco is a relaxing getaway. Pet friendly hotels welcome dogs and cats to enjoy the Northern California Coast.

When a container full of rubber ducks, turtles, beavers, and frogs fell off a ship in the Pacific, it was the surprise start to a long term study of ocean currents.

Winter storms along the Pacific coasts have uncovered several types of artifacts buried in Oregon including shipwrecks, ghost forrests, canons, and iron deposits.

Santa Cruz is the essence of the California seaside town, with sand, surf and a relaxed atmosphere. Pet friendly hotels welcome dogs and cats to the beach.

Representing everything that Uruguay's major beach destination, Punta del Este, is not, Punta del Diablo is a haven for those who want to holiday with Uruguayans.

These towns are a perfect combination of coast and sea with activities for all members of the family. There is a wide range of holiday homes for rental available.

Long known as the Northwest Florida spring break destination, Panama City Beach has new upscale shopping with nearby hotels and attractions for a great family vacation.

From old-growth forests to swimmable lakes, the diverse and beautiful Vancouver Island parks offer great opportunities to hike, camp or enjoy the sunset.

Take a day trip to this island long known for its beautiful marshes, soft sand beaches, and birding opportunities. Bring the kids and make it a great family outing.

A short distance from Lüderitz town, a signpost indicates the turnoff onto a gravel road leading to the Lüderitz peninsula.

As the recession forces shoppers to tighten their belts, there is deeper concern that the already struggling jet carving industry in Whitby could be hit harder still.

Destin Florida has beach rentals for every taste and budget. Travelers planning Florida beach vacations will find Destin to be the best vacation rentals destination.

Come meet Ripples, Buttermilk, and Crusty and yes Flipper with the Dolphin Explorer near Naples Florida.

Edison and Ford, celebrated men and long-time friends chose a sublime piece of paradise, off the Caloosahatchee River, to escape to and have fun in the sun

George Gershwin and Oscar Levant, both young, brilliant composers and pianists, formed a relationship that promoted their popular and classical musical careers.

A lazy day at the beach will likely be a time for collecting up sea shore treasures and treasured memories.

If the seashore's your thing, you'll enjoy a beach-hopping vacation along Nova Scotia's Sunrise Trail, where you'll find the warmest ocean waters in Canada.

The evolution of cetaceans - this is, whales, dolphins and porpoises - is a fascinating thread of paleontology.

As the tide moves toward the minus point, barnacles and starfish appear first, followed by extreme low tide sightings of sea palms and purple urchins.

Pewaukee's Beach is a nice spot for a little fun in the water and sand. And best of all, it's free!

Keith Moon, drummer for The Who in their heyday, is considered one the best rock drummers in history. His offstage antics are as well-known as his explosive drumming.

It is uncommon for sea turtles to range north of Oregon, but their appearance in Alaskan waters occurs often enough that they can't be considered accidental visitors.

British postcard photographer John Hinde's glowing color images of Butlin's Holiday Camps in the '60s and '70s, presented and with an introduction by Martin Parr.

One of best Xmas gifts for budding historian, archaeologist or treasure hunter is a metal detector. Scots, David Booth agrees after a find worth over £1m on first outing

Take an art tour in Gibsons, BC while traveling to Sechelt, Canada. Find west coast restaurants, Halfmoon Bay hotels and friendly bed & breakfasts on the Sunshine Coast.

From beach hopping around the island, to the weekly Oistins fish fry festival and a vibrant nightlife in St. Lawrence Gap, Barbados makes a fabulous Caribbean getaway.

Discover Tacoma's Point Defiance Park, a 702-acre park that encompasses the shores along Puget Sound, with spectacular gardens and incredible views of Tacoma Narrows.

The old Transkei on the East Coast of South Africa is the traditional home of Nelson Mandela. The Wild Coast is a perfect destination for adventure and eco tourism.

On Boxing Day 1898, one of Queensland's infamous murders took place near the small town of Gatton. A young man and his two sisters were brutally slain in a paddock.

St Helena, a small island in Moreton Bay, was a prison during early European settlement in Brisbane, Queensland. Its convict ruins are now a tourist attraction.

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