Holy Island, also known as Lindisfarne, is a tidal island off the Northumberland coast in northeast England. It is connected to the mainland by a causeway that is covered by the sea at high tide, making careful tide planning essential for access. The island’s compact village contains stone cottages, small shops, churches, and the remains of Lindisfarne Priory. Lindisfarne Castle stands on a rocky hill above the harbor, while beaches, dunes, salt marshes, and open shoreline surround the settlemen

One of the Mascarene Islands, south of Mauritius and east of Madagascar, it is governed by French rule.

Mytilene, ancient Greek city, the capital of Lésvos (Lesbos), an island in the Aegean Sea. It was colonized in early times by the Aeolians and is known as the birthplace of the poet Sappho and the philosopher Theophrastus. The city became a great naval power and established colonies in Mysia and Thrace.

The Turks and Caicos Islands, a British Overseas Territory in the Atlantic, are celebrated for their luminous turquoise waters and powder-soft beaches. Grace Bay on Providenciales is the most famous stretch of sand, consistently ranked among the world’s best, where calm seas and vibrant reefs invite both relaxation and adventure.

El Tunco is a small coastal village in the department of La Libertad, on El Salvador's central Pacific coast. It is named for the distinctive rock formation that sits offshore and is often described as resembling a pig, giving the beach its local name. The shoreline consists of dark volcanic sand, rocky outcrops, and strong Pacific surf, while low hills and tropical vegetation surround the village.