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Visitors to the Gold Coast are certainly spoiled for choice as this article shows. Narrowing down the selection can be impossible without a little guidance.

Country Walking Magazine in 2004 rated Alfred Wainwright's Coast to Coast Walk across Britain as the second best walk in world, runner up only to the Milford Sound Track.

Backpacking across moorlands, rivers and up high peaks, the walk from the Irish Sea to the North Sea combines history, nature and a challenge for backpacking enthusiasts.

This article describes wineries and tasting rooms in the unique towns and villages of California's Central Coast, convenient stops for those traveling Highway 1.

Driving across the country on a single tank might have seemed like an impossible dream ten years ago but is becoming possible now through vehicles like the Aptera.

Choosing one of America's classic American road trips is difficult; the Pacific and Atlantic coasts of the USA alone provide two classic American road trips.

Sugar beets provided a portion of Canada's need for sugar, and have been tantalizing the country's tastebuds since the 19th Century. The industry is still strong today.

During the 1950s, Beat poets in America withdrew from mainstream society. Many jazz greats provided music to enhance their performances and avant-garde thoughts.

Los Angeles Philharmonic Creative Chair John Adams and Curator of the 2009/2010 West Coast, Left Coast Festival includes works that resonate with West Coast musical life.

With no shortage of hotels along the famed Oregon coastline, it's not hard to find a place to sleep. But a well-appointed hotel can make your trip truly unforgettable.

Glorious weather, pristine beaches, lush Hinterland and a multitude of attractions and activities, lure millions of visitors each year to the Gold Coast.

This article describes the best parks and trails in Santa Cruz, California.

History, mesmerizing scenery and warming comfort food make these "must-stay" camps for backpackers hiking from the Irish Sea to the North Sea along the Coast to Coast.

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration has issued a report on the well being of the Olympic Coast National Marine Sanctuary.

Things to do in Oregon include visiting the Oregon Coast sand dunes and some local attractions. The Oregon Coast sand dunes park offers fun for everyone.

In 1856, a massive hurricane struck Last Island, destroying every structure and killing over one hundred people, many of them from Louisiana's most prominent families.

The Coast Guard Authorization Act of 2008 (H.R. 2830) has significant effects on the maritime community and deserves the attention of mariners and boaters.

Documentation is the only form of national vessel registration available to boat owners in the United States. Vessels are registered through the Coast Guard.

As he coasted across the finish line at Kansas Speedway, Tony Stewart would record his third victory of the 2006 season and the 27th of his career.

The Coast Guard Auxiliary has a greater role in assisting the Coast Guard with nontraditional missions like marine security and domain awareness.

These guide books will help you identify the vast diversity of marine plants and animals that live on Pacific Ocean shores from Northern California to British Columbia.

The Gold Coast is an ideal location for newly married couples to take their first holiday together, with sand, sun and surf just some of the advantages.

One man's vision often paves the way for others. Bill Walsh's West Coast Offense vision has won Super Bowls for several coaches after him.

"Coast Watching in WWII" brings together personal accounts of the war from two exceptionally brave men.

Dorset Coastal Cottages rent self-catering English country cottages providing accommodation on or near the Jurassic Coast and Coastal Path in South-West England.

Experience the thrill of camping along the Central Oregon Coast, while enjoying sand dunes, freshwater lakes, old growth forests, tidepools and miles of sandy beaches.

Jambo! is the Swahili greeting heard all over East Africa. Just reply, Asante sana (Thank you), to Karibu! (Welcome!) at Mombasa hotels and feel immediately at home.

President Laurent Gbagbo exerts his power as he continues to battle for authority with his interim prime minister in this small, divided nation.

A peace accord between the government and rebels intends to begin a new chapter in Ivorian history. The deal includes national elections that are long overdue.

Camping at the Oregon Coast may be a favorite activity but day use parks offer just as much fun and excitement. The views alone make a Oregon State Park visit worthwhile.

From the palm tree lined streets to the gritty "urban" neighborhoods, these songs are the best of the best songs from the left coast also known as the West Coast.

95 miles of coastline in Southern England provide a window into 185 million years of history. It is rich in geology, fossils and breathtaking scenery.

Coast Guard historians have complied a list of the ten all time great rescues conducted by the service since 1790.

There are a number of fun things to do when visiting the Oregon Coast. A trip for the family includes visiting one of the many coastal tide pools that line the beaches.

U.S. Coast Guard Amphibious Operations started at Culebra, Puerto Rico in February 1935 and ended ten and a half years later on Japan's devastated shores in August 1945.

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.

Gregg Simpson's career as a painter spans over four decades and includes work in a variety of genres including surrealism, abstraction, collage, and landscape.

The U.S. Coast Guard is responsible for safety on the water and you should expect to be boarded by them at some point in your boating career. Here is how to be prepared.

The ferries plying the waters off the west coast of British Columbia provide travelers with a unique way to explore one of the world's most scenic vacation destinations.

Hiking the South Coast of Tasmania offers an unparalleled journey along a rugged coastline. This is a remote wilderness experience requiring a solid level of fitness.

In the sparsely populated country of Namibia, vast tracts of land, desert and canyons provide sanctuary for an abundance of wildlife, including the rare desert elephant.

Over 2,500 miles of public paths for walking, cycling and horse riding across England and Wales are protected as National Trails for their outstanding natural beauty.

When the first Europeans landed along the coastline of present-day Alaska, British Columbia and Washington, they found a thriving Native American culture.

Forests of sea plants crowd around the edges of pools left behind on rocky Pacific shores when the tide is at its lowest.

Headed by Dorothy Stratton, the SPARS freed up thousands of men to engage in combat or naval duty for the war effort.

Highway 101 parallels the Oregon coast for nearly 400 miles, through some of the state's most glorious scenery. Dozens of public beaches and state parks line the way.

An end of the year compilation of the top Coast Guard search and rescue (SAR) video clips of 2007

The large state of New South Wales, Australia with Sydney as it's capital, offers unspoilt beaches, expansive rural countryside, wild national parks and rugged outback.

Oregon's secluded South Coast overlooks the Pacific Ocean, and is where many vacationers go to hike, fish, camp, and observe the Northwest's wildlife and natural beauty.

.Hike redwood forests, sun on the beach, ride a roller coaster, learn about sailing ships, search tide pools, and walk a storybook village, all in a 3-day weekend.