IF you’re looking for the perfect beach get-away, then look no further than Miami, Barbados and the Bahamas. Whether you want to relax on a beach, drink rum in a tropical bar or go jet skiing, then these spots are the perfect locations. However, there are a few hidden gems away from the beach that are well worth the visit. MAURO GALLUZZO checks them out...

IF CROWDED airports and crammed beaches aren’t your thing, look north – to Norway.

Most people head to Sri Lanka for its fabled beaches but, as Jini Reddy discovers, if you are prepared to venture into the island’s lush, unspoilt interior, then a wonderfully authentic, eco-friendly experience awaits......

This is a 4 bedroomed villa that sleeps 8 comfortably and is situated in a small town about 1 mile from the nearest beach. There were only two of us and we stayed for 2 weeks. Bad things first: We arrived Sunday afternoon to no Welcome Book, stained...

THE South West has 34 of England’s 85 Blue Flags fluttering from the beaches, which helps to explain why it’s our favourite domestic seaside holiday destination.