Unspoiled charm and relaxed ambience, combined with the incredible natural beauty of Bandon, make it a tranquil and scenic getaway destination on Southern Oregon's Coast.

Sep 23, 2008 - Tina Lynch

Southern coastal town of Kiama, in New South Wales, Australia - famous for its blowhole, is a great holiday destination.

Dec 22, 2010 - Hemi Wickramage

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

Jan 17, 2008 - Sara Gray

A brief account of four superb coastal camping areas in Southern California.

Jan 31, 2011 - Paul Vero

San Diego's temperate climate and natural beauty offer a long list of activities close to the ocean.

Mar 17, 2010 - Carole Larson

With gas prices (and oil company profits) at record levels, McCain proposes lifting the ban on coastal drilling.

Aug 6, 2008 - Colin Forsyth

Get away from the stress of everyday life is by taking a weekend cruise. While some short cruises make stops in ports, others are cruises to nowhere.

Mar 23, 2011 - Janis Masyk-Jackson

Eureka, California isn't known as a tourist town. But travelers who discover it, find the ambience and attractions make it a delightful vacation destination.

Jan 19, 2010 - Connie Emerson

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.

Aug 19, 2009 - Sharon Falsetto

Croatia's islands are on the radar of most travellers as idyllic holiday spots. But with over 1000 lying off the coast, choosing which ones to visit can be overwhelming.

Jan 11, 2010 - Luke Waterson

Directions to Old San Pedro Road offer road bikers a safer and scenic alternative to Devil's Slide, a landslide-prone section of Highway 1.

Jun 1, 2010 - Rasham Nassar

The pollution of coastal aquifers by saline intrusion has the potential to render water supplies unfit for consumption.

Aug 22, 2010 - Margaret Wallace

Couples who plan romantic getaways - for Valentine's Day or otherwise - can choose from long weekends in Hawaii, New York, California and more. Fall in love again!

Jan 5, 2007 - Jennifer W. Miner

For anyone considering a visit to the Peach State, there are plenty of Georgia weekend getaways for lovers of leisure to choose from.

Apr 26, 2010 - Jon Green

Lakes throughout the Pacific Northwest are flanked with resorts or have become favorite vacation spots in balmy Northwest summers. Check out these four for summer fun.

Feb 7, 2008 - Sara Gray

Travelling along the Big Sur coastal route from Monterey to San Luis Obispo can reveal some spectacular scenery and many sightseeing attractions.

Feb 10, 2011 - Anne Dubois

Spring brings the blooms of huckleberry, rhododendron and a profusion of other flowering shrubs and small trees in forests from northern California to British Columbia.

Apr 18, 2008 - Linda McDonnell

Patrick's Point State Park is unsurpassed for camping in the heart of Northern California's redwoods where the world's tallest trees meet the Pacific Ocean.

Apr 14, 2010 - Kay Heitkamp

Pacific Northwest woods offer up plenty of summer berries. Ripening berries mark the seasons and attract birds, plus many provide tasty picking for hikers and campers.

Jul 21, 2008 - Linda McDonnell