Everyone loves a great beach getaway vacation, but we sometimes fall into the trap of returning to the same spots again and again out of habit and comfort. The next time you're planning a sunny escape, why not consider one of these exotic or secluded spots - whether it's a far-flung destination like Tanzania or India, or closer to home like North Carolina or California. Regardless of location, these beaches all have something in common: they take a little more effort to get to, which makes them that much more pristine and unique.

Days and (K)nights of Malta
Malta, set at the crossroads of the Mediterranean between the island of Sicily and Libya’s African coast, boasts a history and culture enriched by thousands of years as a vital strategic link of trade routes, gorgeous Mediterranean weather, spectacular, unspoiled beaches and much more... Read more>

America's Most Secluded Beaches
There are some less-visited but still spectacular beaches that await travelers willing to work up a little sweat (hiking, climbing, even chartering a boat) before hitting the shore. Here are some of the most secluded beaches in America that are worth the journey to get there. Read more>

Zanzibar, Tanzania
A cliché it might be, but Zanzibar is one of those words, like Casablanca or Timbuktu, that conjures up adventure, remoteness and excitement in the minds of most Westerners. The kind of name that figured in your dreams when you first decided that traveling was in your blood... Read more>

6 of the Most Unusual Honeymoon Destinations
The world is huge and there are tons of these secret corners around, if you know where to look. Forget Cancun, Maui and Venice, I’ve come up with these 6 uncommon honeymoon destinations that are loaded with cozy resorts, private bays and incredible natural beauty. Read more>

Offbeat Travel Destinations in India
This article features some of the offbeat highlights of India, including Gopalpur, one of the most untouched and cleanest beaches in the country. It used to be a bustling port, but now the town is rather sleepy, which is not necessarily an inconvenience.. Read more>

Six Hawaiian Adventures Off the Beaten Path
Check out this intrepid mountain bike ride on the little-traveled Hawaiian island of Lana'i, ending at Polihua Beach, a completely isolated mile-long stretch of sand that rarely has anyone else on it. It's just one of a number of incredible offbeat adventures in Hawaii from BootsnAll.com... Read more>

Trekking and hiking are not only great ways to see parts of the world that are otherwise inaccessible, but also a terrific way to stay in shape while exploring these incredible sights. Read some of the best articles we've found on exploring destinations like Nepal, the Caribbean, New Zealand, Chile and more by foot, all from the comfort of your armchair!

7 of the Best Trekking Destinations
Whether you are ice-climbing the glaciers of Patagonia or trekking through the Sahara Desert, trekking holidays amplify your view of a country, allowing you to see it from a wider point of view. Read more>

Five Great Hikes of Puerto Rico
When people think of a Caribbean island, beautiful palm-lined beaches are typically the first scene that comes to mind. However, the Caribbean island of Puerto Rico, although containing many wonderful beaches, offers much more. Read more>

10 Best Hiking Trails in the World
From BootsnAll, here are the ten best hikes on the planet, each with a combination of scenery and special extras that make them well worth going out of your way to enjoy. Read more>

Trekking Round the World
Whether hiking through the ruins of Macchu Picchu, trekking the glaciers in Argentina or taking a quick break in a grassy field in Russia, sit back, relax and prepare to take a visual journey... Read more>

Hiking to the Base of Mount Everest
Everest sat high on the near horizon blowing its nose like a blizzard over the top of neighboring Lhotse, the eternal hurricane force winds scouring Everest from its west to east summits... Read more>

Chilean Patagonia: Wildlife Spotting in Torres del Paine
Surrounded by a natural arena of sunset-tinged and snow-capped peaks, it’s impossible to imagine a more wild and spectacular location than Lago Pehoé in southern Chile’s improbably scenic Torres del Paine National Park... Read more>

With Memorial Day weekend already behind us, the rush is on to make the most of your summertime travels. Get a jump on the crowds by reading our picks for some of the best summertime getaways this year. Whether you're looking for a hopping beach scene, an invigorating hike, or a weekend city break, we've got lots of options for you.

Let's Go's Top Travel Destinations for the Summer
Let's Go has compiled a list of its Top Travel Destinations this summer. Whether you're on a tight budget, looking to splurge after a winter of Scrooge-like miserliness, or simply studying abroad for the summer, this top ten list has got you covered. Read more>

Valencia, Spain: The Perfect Summer City
Dreaming of a sunny weekend dash to Europe? This excerpt from Lonely Planet Magazine shines a light on the juiciest picks of Valencia, the Spanish city that checks all the summer city break boxes. Read more>

Have Car, Will Travel: Eight New Ideas For Summer Road Trips
We’re drawn to the idea of the unknown, the adventure, the spontaneity of just hopping in the car and driving. Besides that, it’s cheap. Of course you’ll take a road trip this summer, it goes without saying, but why not spice it up this year with some new twists on an old favorite? Read more>

Top 10 Summer Cities
From city beaches to summer arts festivals, make the most of urban life with Rough Guides' list of top ten summer cities around the globe. Read more>

The Best Summer Hikes Around The World
From spectacular Mount Massive, Colorado to storybook beautiful Cinque Terre, Italy, these are some of Tripwolf's users' favorite hikes around the world. Read more>

GoNomad's Guide to Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket
These Massachusetts islands are the jewels of the New England coast, with wonderful beaches, clean streets, friendly people and are both top notch travel experiences. They are the vacation choice of many of the rich and famous, but their charms are also easily available to the rest of us. Read more>

Check out these awesome articles with ideas for spring break vacations for travelers of all kinds. Spring break isn't just for college kids - take your family to Italy, build houses in South America, learn to surf in Hawaii... there's something for everyone!

Best of Tripfilms: On Spring Break
You don't have to be a co-ed to enjoy the rest, relaxation and partying that Spring Break trips have to offer. We've rounded up the best Spring Break destinations around the world to help you find the best spot for your next adventure. Read more>

Alternative Spring Break: Building Houses in Uruguay
As many college students took their spring break to head off to popular beach destinations, a group of 30 students chose instead to travel to Montevideo, Uruguay, and construct emergency houses for the poor. Read more>

Hotels By City's Top Ten Spring Break Destinations
This is the definitive student spring break list: from Lake Havasu to South Padre Island and everything in between, check out HotelsByCity's report on the top 10 absolute hottest spots for spring break fun...Read more>

Lonely Planet's Five Family Spring Break Ideas from Ciao Bambino
From the Amalfi Coast to Placencia, Brazil, these alternative spring break ideas are all great bets for an exciting and adventurous family vacation. Read more>

Top Spring Break Cruises for 2011
CruiseCompete makes it easy to find the perfect cruise getaway for your spring break: they've gathered all cruise specials that sail over Spring Break, ordered by sail date. Read more>

Spring Break Trips from Infohub
Experience the ultimate balance between relaxation and adventure! Study a language, learn to surf, go on a safari tour, or catch the big one on your own chartered yacht...Read more>