The 9 best islands for family vacation

You're tired of the cold and gray and you have decided to spend the festive season with family in the sun ... For that, what better destination than the paradise island Christallines water illuminated by the warm rays? An island, yes, but which one? It is important to choose a destination where children can also enjoy while you relax on your deck with your cocktail.

These 10 islands have all the resorts offer many water activities for children and teenagers such as diving, meetings with duaphins, sailing, fishing, animations knew the beach, Hiking small group ect ..

Ideal for a peaceful holiday!

1) Castaway Island, Fiji

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2) Paradise Island, Bahamas

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3) Tehotu Motu, Bora Bora

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4) Kauai, Hawaii

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5) Heron Island, Australia

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6) British Virgin islands -Villa Aquamare

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7) Maui, Hawaii

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8) Jumby Bay,  Antigua

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9) Sandy Lane, Barbados

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Summer favorite destinations celebrities

Artists, billionaires, actors, sports celebrities ... also take advantage of the summer months to relax in the sun in paradise destinations. They do not focus all in the same places of course, but here are a few spots that are well known to persons of popular personalities.

Saint Tropez

Before becoming "St-Trop '', a vacation spot of the world Jetset, it was a simple fishing village. With the attendance of artists from the Nouvelle Vague ("... And God Created Woman"), then Yéyés that the resort has become a must . So it is not uncommon to come across today personalities like Kate Moss, the royal family of Monaco, Elle McPherson, Naomi Campbell and Johnny Depp on the harbor on a yacht or at the prestigious Club 55 .

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Malibú

Californian beaches of Malibu to the US owe their legend series (Baywatch, above all), so that their natural beauty. Paris Hilton, Tom Hanks, Alessandra Ambrosio and David Beckham to play in the water with their children.

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Cabo San Lucas

This beach in Mexico (in the south of the peninsula of Baja California) very popular with bodyboarders is also popular actors and actresses as American Jennifer Aniston, Cameron Diaz, Julia Roberts, Justin Timberlake and Patrick Dempsey . There is anything that makes a beautiful postcard: water is a clear, light blue, the sand is fine and white, the pedestrian streets are paved, the restaurants are intimate ... What more?

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Lago Como

The Lago di Como is located in the Italian Alps. This is somewhat equivalent of Lake Geneva on the other side of the Alps, but its banks are more natural, less urbanized. Anyway, this is a resort luxury forever, almost. Aristocrats, artists and writers are already found themselves in ancient times, and today it is George Clooney (he owns a house), Madonna, Donatella Versace and Messi .

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Ibiza

During the summer, this Balearic island is packed with tourists and ... stars! It is not uncommon for Spanish and international athletes - especially football players - lounging on the beaches of Ibiza: among others, you will come across Cesc, Guti, Rafael Nadal, Ronaldo, Pirlo, Messi ...

St. Barths

These are not footballers but Hollywood stars squatting this Caribbean island paradise.Dustin Hoffman, Jessica Alba, Michael Douglas and Catherine Zeta Jones , for example, but also the most glamorous couples in recent years, Beyonce and Jay Z .

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The Greek Islands

Certainly one of the most popular holiday destinations. White sand beaches, charming white and blue villages ... The Greek Islands are the perfect place to get lost ... and to the unexpected meeting of Kate Hudson, John Travolta and Robert De Niro , although they spend most of their time to navigate the waters of Santorini and Mykonos.

Maui

Go to Hawaii, is to travel to another world, the perfect place to relax on the beaches among the most exotic in the world. Maui is the summer residence of Britney Spears, Zac Efron, Oprah Winfrey and Arnold Schwarzenegger .

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Fiji

Here is another synonym for luxury destination. a trip to Fiji, so at the other end of the world, this is something that does only once in a lifetime. Unless you are a friend of Pierce Brosnan, Michelle Pfeiffer, Bill Gates, Nicole Kidman and Keith Richards ...

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The best destinations for summer

It is again a matter of major holidays, as the mercury rises, the mind tends to escape the sun ... We would like to share with you some destinations that have attracted particular attention. Each is ideal for the summer, combining sun, nature and culture.

1. Cape Verde

Certain coasts of the archipelago were quite concrete, but others remain surprisingly pristine. Cape Verde has always been a crossroads of different cultures. Its residents have African roots, Portuguese, Mediterranean and Latin America. A large patch that forms a fascinating mosaic of contrasts . Contrast, there is also between arid and lunar locations, lush vegetation and sun-drenched sandy beaches. The balance is perfect between nature, nightlife and water sports.

When to go: all year! With the semi-arid tropical climate of the archipelago. Although it rains a little bit more between August and October, but it is next to nothing. The islands of Sal, Boavista and Maio are particularly dry.

2. Bosnia

Wild and beautiful green mountains in the North, Mediterranean and arid south, sumptuous and well valleys course the capital, Sarajevo. Tourists love the old Ottoman town , with its low houses and stalls of textiles and crafts of all kinds (provided they are cut in shells or shrapnel). Do not hesitate to venture a little walk in the neighborhoods on the hillsides surrounding the city and stop to enjoy a Turkish coffee. It is hard ... but it's good ... but it's hard!

When to go: April to October, very sunny, often hot. But winter also his charm, when the city and the mountains are covered with snow.

3. Scotland

The spectacular scenery of the Highlands transport visitors into a world of fairy tale , is vast wastelands, rugged hills and a turbulent sky, perfect for decor Game of Thrones . Add to this surreal atmosphere as a city of culture Edinburgh Games and the Commonwealthto be held in Glasgow from July 23 to August 3.

When to go: June and September are the times to enjoy a pleasant climate and without too many tourists.

4. Galicia

Landscapes of Galicia have more to do with Brittany and more with Southern Ireland with the rest of Spain and "picture caliente "that one's self. The ocean marked the character of the area and its inhabitants. You'll find wild beaches, rugged cliffs and hinterland national parks with rich fauna and flora. The food is delicious. You can not not taste the Galician octopus or rather "  polbo a feira  "or to the" Tarta de Santiago ", the pie Saint-Jacques de Compostela so popular with pilgrims.

When to go: the period from June to August is the hottest, driest, but also, as the area is quite watered the rest of the year.

5. Fraser Island in Australia

With its 120 km long and 25 wide, is the world's largest sand island. An earthly paradise.Fraser Island is a refuge biological importance with 230 bird species and 25 mammal species. Forbidden to bring your dog and formal ban on feeding dingoes ! Finally, note that UNESCO protects the island since 1992.

When to go: all year round thanks to its subtropical climate.

6. Iran

This is not a popular summer destination, at least not a beach destination for Europeans. But if it is the culture and history that motivate you, then Iran will offer a unique journey, as long as your visit does not remain superficial. Among its wonders not to be missed: Persepolis, Isfahan, Shiraz and Tehran . Another aspect of this great country: its mountain ranges that attract both trekkers (the Zagros Mountains, Elbrus ...).

When to go: between May and October, ideally in June or September.

7. Iceland

Iceland has for some years a very popular among European tourists (who can now enjoy low-cost connections), but also from around the world travel. The key to this success? Its natural beauty combined with a magical world, as well as New Zealand and Tierra del Fuego, for example. Snowy peaks, glaciers, hot springs, geysers and volcanoes do not leave indifferent the traveler looking for disorientation. The weather is awful on the island most of the year and this contributes to its charm. The few "windows" are in summer weather, say from June to September. Rent a car (preferably a 4x4) to go around the island freely.

To see and do: the North China

The China brings together hundreds of cities as beautiful as each other and that does not leave indifferent tourists worldwide. Know that China has different climatic zones. Much of its territory is located in the temperate parts north zone in the subarctic zone and other areas in the south, in the subtropics. If you plan to go to China, why not visit first "  Beijing  "and the" North China " . Here's a travel itinerary in North China to guide you on your journey.

Visiting Beijing, capital of China

The North China is the cradle of Chinese civilization, it is also the most densely populated region of China. Start your China tour with a visit to Beijing  ! Want to discover the city in every corner? You will have at least one week. First, book your first day to explore Beijing .Visit the sights around Tiananmen Square , the mausoleum of Mao and the Forbidden City . Then continue your journey by discovering the temples in Beijing , especially theTemple of Heaven . Then why not visit the Olympic buildings and the Summer Palace .And finally, try to go to the Ming Tombs and up to the Great Wall .

En route to the North China

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Heading to northern China, take the train around Beijing to go to Chengde, Tianjin and Shandong . A small hike in the Mount Tai thus imposes a small tour of Qufu . Then discover Xi'an is the ancient capital of China . It has many historical sites , such as theShaanxi History Museum , the Great Pagoda ...

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After the discovery of all these historical sites, a passage through the army of Emperor Qin Terracotta is highly recommended. Discover the major attractions in the Yangtze valley .You will find Chengdu and breeding center Pandas and Leshan and his gigantic statue of Buddha . Finally, also made ​​a boat trip of the Yangtze . Discover China through all your senses!