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You'll find that while Ballarat is easy to reach, its warmth and welcome make it very hard to leave. The goldfields district of Victoria is home to a vibrant community, tastes to tempt, and historic attractions. The striking combination of Victorian and Federation architecture that have attracted heritage listing are just a part of the reason that the WorldMark Ballarat resort is regarded as one of the region's grandest mansions. With is manicured lawns, picturesque gardens and tree-lined lake surrounded by a beautiful country setting, it could prove difficult to leave the estate.

Located in Cairns, Queensland's tropical north, WorldMark Cairns provides an ideal base for exploring the many natural attractions of the region, such as the Great Barrier Reef, tropical rain forests, wildlife, and spectacular scenery. This resort features many outdoor amenities, including a barbecue and recreation area, gymnasium, lagoon pool and spa, sauna, tennis court, putting green, and walking and golf-cart trails. The resort reception is open daily, offering small convenience items, drinks, video rental, and book exchange.

Snow-crowned Blackcomb and Whistler Mountains offer outdoor delights year 'round. Cascade Lodge is the ideal getaway for warm and cold weather adventurers alike. In winter, catch a high-speed lift and enjoy a breathtaking day of skiing and snowboarding. Or speed across the snowy landscape on a dog-sled tour. In summer, go hiking, rafting, or mountain biking. From rugged extremes to soothing quiet, Cascade Lodge has it all.

Located beachside in its own sub-tropical valley, Novotel Pacific Bay is just the place to relax and recharge your batteries. Novotel Pacific Bay Resort caters for families, singles and couples. It provides a host of activities if you are so inclined, or secluded areas if you want to get away from it all. You can do as much, or as little, as you like.

Coral Baja is located just three miles from San Jose del Cabo, with its tree-lined boulevards and 18th-century buildings. The resort maintains the atmosphere of a quaint Mexican village, providing a taste of local color and culture. Amenities include a massive pool with a swim-up bar and Restaurant Mama Mia. Resort interiors were recently refurbished. Snorkeling, sunning, swimming, and drinks under the palm trees will make your vacation complete.

Paradise, South Pacific style. Fiji is renowned for its tropical charm and the wide array of activities it offers visitors. With hundreds of sandy islands and warm, clear waters, you can snorkel, dive, or kayak. Fiji also offers golf, hiking, and game fishing. Fiji is an ancient land filled with culture, color, pristine waters, and friendly people. It is truly the land of endless summer, so life and time take on a new meaning.

Flynns Beach is the jewel of Port Macquarie and is the perfect location for a family holiday. The region has one of the best climates in Australia and its beaches, rainforests and hinterland have made it one of Australia's best-loved holiday destinations.

Whatever your idea of a perfect holiday, Golden Beach offers unlimited choices in the heart of a superb natural playground. Boating, fishing and swimming in the tranquil waters of Pumicestone Passage are at your front doorstep and all the Sunshine Coast's famous attractions are nearby - theme parks, international golf courses, pristine surf beaches, natural wildlife and spectular hinterland scenery - all there for you to enjoy.

Worldmark Kirra Beach is the first purpose built Worldmark resort in Australia. The resort is located less than 100m from the famous Kirra beach, to which it has direct access. Kirra Beach is your gateway to the diversity of Queensland's tantalising Gold Coast, and is a stone's throw to one of the most famous surfing beaches in the world. Only minutes drive away from Coolangatta or spend a fun filled day with the family at one of the many theme parks.

Just a stone's throw from the shores of a shimmering turquoise lake, nestled amid snow-capped mountains, Worldmark Lake Tekapo offers the perfect haven from the stress of city living. Set in the rugged alpine heart of the South Island's MacKenzie Country, the unique design, elegant style and enivable facilities of Worldmark Lake Tekapo have been masterfully conceived to maximise your enjoyment of unspoilt Lake Tekapo.

Gateway to the beautiful Gippsland Lakes District, Lakes Entrance is a bountiful playground and one of Victoria's most popular tourist destinations. The intricate maze of freshwater lakes and saltwater lagoons are perfect for sailing, and a visit wouldn't be complete without a surf at the famous Ninety Mile Beach. Lush forested inlets are ideal for exploration, and anglers will be in heaven as the region is regarded as one of Australia's premiere fishing regions.

Scenic drives through rolling hills and vineyards, quaint villages, local craft markets and of course the famous Hunter Valley wineries are all part of a stay at WorldMark Pokolbin Hill. There are now over 140 cellar doors in the region giving you an opportunity to experience the distinct taste of the wines the Hunter Valley has become famous for. With an abundance of beautiful restaurants and cafes the Hunter Valley is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy a fine meal with a glass of wine, (or two!) and take in the breathtaking views.

Located on the Hastings River foreshore, right in the heart of the CBD, Worldmark Port Macquarie sets a new standard of luxury accommodation and facilities for its guests. The area has abundant natural and man-made attractions and activities, catering for nature based activities, sand and surf lovers, adventure seekers, family activities, arts and crafts, entertainment, cafes, restaurants, sporting activities, shopping and much more.

Located on the New South Wales mid-north coast, Worldmark Port Stephens is situated in the picturesque seaside shire of Port Stephens. In an area known as 'Blue Water Paradise', renowned for its natural beauty, tranquility, crystal clear waterways, unspoiled national parks and its great fishing, WorldMark Port Stephens offers a perfect combination of sport, leisure, relaxation and seclusion. Whether it's relaxation you're looking for or a fun-packed holiday full of sporting and recreational activities ... Port Stephens has it all.

A short drive south of the border on the Pacific coast of the Baja California peninsula, La Paloma offers vacationers tennis facilities, a swimming pool, beach, restaurant, hot tub, gym, and spa. Live entertainment, bars, fishing, and golf are in the vicinity. About 12 miles north in unforgettable Tijuana, visitors can see bullfights, plus Thoroughbred and greyhound races.

Wake up to pristine silence and step out onto the jetty in the waterfront setting that is WorldMark Rotorua. If you love the water, you've found paradise. A boat ramp, boat shed, boat parking & private berths, as well as excellent trout fishing right at your doorstep, could just provide the holiday of a lifetime. Just 15 minutes from Rotorua City, less than 2 & a half hours from Auckland, & only an hour & a half from the Mt Ruapehu ski fields. Experience contrasting landscapes of volances, hot springs & lakes. Tudor-style villages and cobble-stoned streets.

Seven Mile Beach is one of Hobart's most popular family beaches and an area that offers an array of incredible scenery, heritage and adventure guaranteed to keep you busy. Wander along the Peninsula and discover historic buildings, sample the region's superb cool-climate wines and savour some of the local specialities. Only an hour away, Port Arthur offers you the opportunity to tread the same paths the convicts walked and with every thumb-marked brick you pass, the stories of yesteryear seem to come alive.

Worldmark Suites Sydney is located at the cross roads of Sydney, just a stones throw away from Hyde Park, Oxford Street and the CBD. Sydney is known for its harbour lifestyle, fantastic beaches and good weather. Walk to Darling Harbour, Chinatown, Paddys Markets, the Botanic Gardens, the Opera House or the Theatres. Under warm skies, the harbour is an everyday focus that can be enjoyed from the top of the famous Harbour Bridge or from a boat on the water. Explore shops and attractions, visit a museum or sample some of Sydney's best restaurants.

Winter and summer, Whistler, British Columbia, is the place. This skiing and snowboarding paradise boasts two mountains with over 8,171 acres of ski terrain - and Whistler is excellent for summer activities as well. The Sundance resort rests in European-flavored Whistler Village near the chairlifts, which whisk you up to fantastic skiing, hiking, or mountain biking - depending on the season. Whatever the time of year, Sundance is an ideal vacation resort.

The Canadian will give you the perfect base from which to explore stunning Vancouver, British Columbia. From shopping, dining, theater, and art to hiking, kayaking, and skiing, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Situated on floors 19 through 24 of the impressive Canadian high-rise, units here feature floor-to-ceiling windows for stunning city views and upscale touches such as granite countertops and slate floors.

Vancouver boasts a multicultural population and an enchanting mix of nature and civlization. It also offers a diverse selection of things to do: browsing historic Gastown or shopping in a sleek new mall; enjoying popular Stanley Park or the lesser-known Lighthouse Park; savoring ethnic food or fresh seafood caught each day; seeing a ballet, opera or play; wandering through 100 plus contemporary galleries or visiting the impressive Vancouver Art Gallery to see masterpieces of old; golfing or skiing, scuba diving or spectator sports.

This sophisticated city sparkles on Vancouver Island, amidst the breathtaking beauty of the Pacific Northwest. Its temperate climate and British Colonial heritage make Victoria a year-round treasure. Stroll through the Victoria Butterfly Gardens, Royal British Columbia Museum, and Inner Harbour Walkways. Indulge in the natural splendor of the Butchart Gardens and Goldstream Park, where salmon spawn, eagles fly, and waterfalls cascade down cliffs. After a full day, guests can linger over high tea in an intimate cafe.

Whistler is the ultimate year-round resort. Winter features an abundance of downhill skiing at both Whistler and Blackcomb ski areas. In the summer, there's even more to do: alpine hiking, fishing, swimming, windsurfing, horseback riding, canoeing, and white-water rafting. The Village at Whistler has boutiques, sidewalk cafes, numerous bistros, and fine restaurants. Music and art festivals are intertwined with daily street entertainment.

WorldMark at Whistler is located less than two blocks from Whistler Mountain's Whistler Creek base and Creekside gondola. Close by, you'll find Alpha Lake and a selection of restaurants and shops. Whistler Village, offering shopping, nightlife, and a wide range of restaurants, is only three miles away. While the Whistler area, two hours north of Vancouver, is North America's premier ski destination, it also offers a multitude of year-round activities. Hiking, biking, windsurfing, tennis, and boating opportunities complement three 18-hole championship golf courses.

Lake Tinaroo has breathtaking panoramic views, quiet bays, and numerous well-kept sheltered picnic areas. The quiet ambience of the lake and its lapping waters provide a relaxing backdrop to some 1,800 square miles of National Park wilderness. The lake and surrounding area offer the world's best Barramundi fishing and a host of other activities. Take the Kuranda Train or ride the Skyrail through lush, tropical rainforest, explore lava tubes and limestone caves, and scuba dive on the Great Barrier Reef. These activities and others are just an hour from the resort.

Some 75kms to the north of Izmir lies the Wybas Foca Holiday Resort, between Yenifoca and the historic town of Foca. Along this beautiful coast there are numerous bays with soft, sandy beaches lapped by the sparkling Aegean and extensive olive groves, looking like snow when clad in their spring time blossom. Take a cruise around the off-shore Siren Rocks which have been colonised by seals or visit the busy harbour town of Izmir and further south, the ruins of Ephesus.

Wychnor Hall, built in the late 18th century, is set amidst 55 acres of delightful parkland just 5 miles north of Lichfield, the birthplace of Dr Johnson. Coventry Cathedral and the Peak District National Park are but a short drive away. Guests can enjoy golf, tennis, croquet, bowling and many other outdoor activities. The resort also offers a bar, restaurant and leisure centre which includes indoor pool, whirlpool, sauna, steam room, solarium and small gymnasium.

Cowpet Bay, home of the St. Thomas Yacht Club, is the site of the Wyndham Elysian Beach Resort. Enclosed by palm-shaded hills, the resort rises from its secluded beach to offer a most magnificent setting. Besides the beach, enjoy water sports, including sunfish sailing, kayaking, windsurfing, swimming, and introductory scuba lessons. Enjoy a great breakfast and lunch at one of the restaurants; dine during the evening hours in casual elegance. Both on-site restaurants offer scheduled live entertainment. A limited number of units are enabled for Wi-Fi access at an additional charge. Call for information.

The resort is situated on the beach at Xai Xai and is set back against the dunes, thus there are lots of steps at the resort. The view is excellent from all units. Weather is hot most of the year. The area is a malaria area, however when the breeze blows, which is most of the time, there are very few mosquitoes around.

Stroll along the white-sand beaches of Freeport and bask in the sun just outside your door at Xanadu Beach Resort & Marina. The ocean beckons vacationers with deep- sea fishing, scuba diving, paddleboats, sailing, and jet skis. On land, enjoy an outdoor swimming pool and tennis courts by day. At night, explore the discos casinos, nightclubs, and restaurants of Freeport.

The largest island in the Inland Sea, Awaji Island plays host to vacationers seeking sand, sea, and island fun. Discover all that and more during your stay at XIV (Eksiv) Awajishima. The beach is only three miles away, or you can walk a block to the marina, where sailboats await for a day of sailing in Osaka Bay. Evenings, enjoy the fresh seafood the island is known for.

Get away from it all at this beautiful mountain resort. All units boast a seaside view. You can relax in the swimming pool or play tennis on one of four courts.

XIV (Eksiv) Karuizawa is located in the mountain country in the central part of Honshu. You'll find vacation excitement to fill every season at this resort. In winter, ski the slopes of Asama Nisen, 20 miles away. During the warmer months, you can enjoy golf, horseback riding, and fishing close by. At the resort, you can enjoy the swimming pool, tennis courts, and fitness room.

Situated on Japan's south-central coast, XIV (Eksiv) Shirahama offers the traditional charm of Japan with all of today's modern conveniences. A complete exercise facility, swimming pools, tennis courts, a whirlpool, and restaurant are on site. When you're not relaxing at the resort, visit the World Safari Park, five blocks away.

XIV (Eksiv) Shirahama Annex offers a magnificant view of both the bay of Tanabe and the Pacific Ocean while being nestled amid lush surroundings. Relax in an open-air, hot springs bath at the resort. The ocean offers additional water-oriented activities. This lovely resort features a variety of eateries to satisfy the gourmet palate, including elegant French and Japanese restaurants, a sushi bar, and a cafe. Tennis courts are available at the resort, and golf is only two miles away.

This resort offers swimming pools, tennis courts, an aerobics studio, and restaurants that serve international cuisine. Beautiful white-sand beaches are only two miles away. Sight-seeing, attractions include the Toba Aquarium, Pearl Island, and the Grand Shrine of Ise.

This resort is a beautiful high-rise building with 17 floors. It offers an outdoor pool, fitness studio, Japanese and Western restaurants, and a pool bar. Surrounding attractions include the Toba Aquarium, Pearl Island, and the Grand Shrine of Ise.

Nestled in the foot of the sacred Mt. Fuji, the resort is located 1,000 meters above sea level in a lovely wooded area. The resort offers a magnificent panoramic view during every season of the year. Your vacation can be experienced in many ways, enjoy a tennis game, or a leisurely swim after an elegant dinner. There are several cuisines to choose from including Western, Chinese and Japanese. Nearby attractions include a museum and safari park, both within walking distance.

The XPU-HA Palace resort, nestled in the heart of the Riviera Maya, is the new destination within the Palace Resorts group. The property sits on 38 acres, combining the exuberant virgin jungle of the state of Quintana Roo with wide and spacious lawns carefully conserved to please the senses. The botanical garden features native trees and flowers to offer you a wide array of brilliant colors. P Resorts owns Golf Club Playacar and the Golf Club at Moon Palace; information is available at the guest service desk. All-Inclusive, Mandatory An All-Inclusive resort is one that charges an additional flat fee for various activities, meals, beverages, services, and/or entertainment during your stay. Some resorts are Mandatory All-Inclusive, while others are Optional All- Inclusive. The All-Inclusive fee, and the included services, meals, activities, and/or entertainment, varies from resort to resort, and is subject to change without notice. When planning your vacation at an All-Inclusive resort, be sure to have a good understanding what is included and not included in the resort's All-Inclusive package.

From the beaches dotting the Atlantic Ocean to the ancient Mata Atlantica forest, vacationers will encounter adventure in many forms at the Xurupita Holiday Resort. Set on the east coast of Brazil, in the city of Porto Seguro, Xurupita features comfortable accommodations with air conditioning, televisions, and cooking facilities. You can swim outdoors in sunshine, work out at the gym, or relax in the on-site sauna. Other activities such as golf, fishing, sailing, and scuba diving can be found nearby, along with venues for live entertainment.