Beach Holidays 2010-2011

There are many types of holidays one can take when the time allows. There are trekking holidays, ski holidays, city holidays, and adventure holidays. However, have you ever considered taking a beach holiday? If you are looking to relax and work on your tan and you love the ocean and soft, white sand under your feet, a beach holiday is the perfect holiday for you.

Even if you live far from the ocean coastline, many lakes and rivers are homes to great beaches although you may not get the soft, white sand.

This being said, if you are planning to take a beach holiday, there is no need to travel far from home if you do not want to. Nevertheless, if you would like to travel far, say to a place where the weather is much warmer than where you live or if you just want to experience a place you have never visited, there are world-class beautiful beaches all over the world.

Most people think of the Caribbean for a beach holiday but lately, however, for UK residents, Europe is a nearer and more economical option. The Caribbean may be known for it's weather and beaches but the scenery and choices of beaches in a variety of countries so close together rivals even the beach culture of the south and the weather is great there too!

There are so many beaches in Europe that it would be impossible for me to mention all of them in this article, but here are a few of the most popular and beautiful beach destinations to help you decide if you want to take a beach vacation in Europe and which beach or beaches you would like to see:

• Languedoc-Roussillon, France
• Sardinia, Italy
• Corsica, France
• Cote D'Azur, France
• Cinque Terra, Italy
• Costa Dorada, Spain
• Algarve, Portugal
• Costa Del Sol, Spain

Of course, there are hundreds, even thousands of beaches in Europe ranging from the very crowded to the virtually isolated and off the beaten path. There are long beaches, small beaches, sandy beaches and rocky beaches, take your pick! Pack your bags and do not forget your bathing suit and beach blanket! A beach vacation awaits you and you are on your way to the most relaxing and enjoyable type of vacation you can take!