And the convivial vibe is fostered through events and activities, from beach barbecues to stand up paddleboard lessons and late-night astronomy lectures (under the stars on the beach, of course).

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Sleeping under the stars in rustic beach campsites and exploring the forested domes of these drowned mountains blends history and nature in an unforgettable sea-to-summit trail.

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You take jungle excursions and dine under the stars and lay on the beach.

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Half an hour from Punta del Este, the beach town of Jose Ignacio attracts American movie stars, supermodels, European industrialists and others seeking privacy.

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Beach Break Live was held at Pembrey Country Park and attracted stars like Tinie Tempah and Calvin Harris.

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Of course, in typical Midway fashion, the game will have a slew of hidden characters (mascots, WNBA stars, etc.) as well as courts (rooftop, beach, and more).

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Money managers who were stars in 2006, and then shunned as economic leaches in 2008, were once again recognized as South Beach finance gurus.

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