Inspired by warm sunshine beaches and laid back surf and skater culture, Dandy Star's Spring/Summer 2012 collection is bursting with colour, humour and rock and roll sensibilities. All of the designs are hand drawn and brought to fruition in

When your children playing on the beach out in the sun, it's important to ensure they're protected from the sun's harsh rays. Babies In Sheep's Clothing have introduced an exclusive new line to their website in high performance swimwear which does

is now a development of 12 stunning New England-style beachfront houses. Overlooking the empty white beaches of the Isles of Scilly, brushed by the frothy waves of the icy Atlantic, they offer an enchanting Christmas hideaway. If not dusted in snow

and translating the Morse code collected along the way.Not many people know this but…Porthcurno was the most important cable station in the world by WWII and one of only 2 beaches in the country that was defended by flame-throwers.Don’t forget to pack Sandwiches

there are lovely beaches and tavernas. Villa Lydia, overlooking  the bay at Lakka village, sleeps four to five, is close to the beach and five minutes’ walk from  the harbour, so you don’t need a car. To explore, rent a boat – there’s a mooring just below the villa

along white sandy beaches, take a ride on a catamaran or be pampered in one of the island’s many spas. Children will love Aruba’s newest and wettest attraction, Morgan’s Island Water Park – the largest in the Caribbean, with a thrilling range of rides

, and balconies and terraces backing onto the deckchair-strewn garden lawn at the back mean you can make the most of the outdoor feel of this beach house. If you fancy a soothing massage or reflexology session in the Wellness Centre, just ask the concierge

is situated within easy reach of Florence, Lucca and the beautiful beaches of Forte dei Marmi. Guests can enjoy both morning and evening sun or take cover in the large shady pergola and appreciate stunning views of the wooded hills and olive groves. Exposed

rock pools ona wind-strafed beach during winter as they can on a boogie board during a summer heatwave. Some of the best highlights in Britain don’t cost a penny – cycling north Devon’s Tarka Trail, or finding the perfect picnic spot in the Lake

reuse the same bag every time he goes to the moon – he's an eco astonaut, after all, right? The bags are also perfect for school, trips to the beach and helping with the family grocery shopping, and come in a range of colourful and playful designs