SANDBANKS, DORSET

IT'S the fourth most expensive place to live on the planet where properties regularly go for more then £10 million.

Idle curiosity about Sandbanks and the lifestyle on this sand dune is enough of a reason to take a trip there for a day out.

The wonderfully shallow beach means you can walk out into the sea almost 200yds safely and this time of year you are bound to spot a few windsurfers.

It's also popular with metal detectorists.

The crazy golf course is currently open at weekends and there's the chance to enjoy the harbour and those fabulous houses.