Photos of some the Most Colorful Places on Earth. Part Two

1. Once upon a time, this pink-sand beach (Elafonisi Beach) was a well-protected local secret. But these days, visitors flock to southern Crete, Greece to enjoy this shallow, warm lagoon and sandbar. The surrounding area also comes alive with color in the spring when more than 100 rare plants and flowers bloom. Consistently ranked as one of the world's top beaches by international beach bums, its soft sands appear a dusty pink under the bright sunlight, and transforms into a shade of deep rose under the glittering light of dawn and dusk. Would you like to visit this pink-sand beach in Crete, the largest island in Greece?

2. This Caribbean city's cobbled streets, elegantly aging facades and classic American vintage cars give Havana an old world charm and colorful atmosphere. Calle Obispo is the Cuban capital's vibrant commercial hub, its collection of art galleries, lively cafes and handicraft shops heavily trafficked by locals and tourists. Do you know that due to the economic embargo since 1962, travel for tourism to Cuba is not allowed for US citizens?