All articles tagged with #beach
A trio of tourists were stranded on Lost Boy Beach in Tillamook County, Oregon, after an incoming tide cut off their exit as they attempted a dramatic photo. They signaled SOS with sticks, a satellite call helped responders locate them, and a drone aided the search before Netarts-Oceanside Fire District rescuers brought them safely to shore; all were unharmed.
An argument over a sunbed at Akti Vouliagmenis beach in Athens left an 82-year-old man dead from cardiac arrest after a confrontation with a 76-year-old man; the latter was arrested for suspected fatal bodily injury and the accompanying 21-year-old woman was released. The incident highlights Greece’s ongoing sunbed disputes amid tourism growth, with authorities using drones, satellite imagery and the MyCoast app to target illegal sunbeds and enforce rules requiring most of the beach to be unobstructed and sunbeds set back from the shoreline.
An 82-year-old man died after a fight with a 76-year-old man over a sunlounger at Vouliagmeni beach near Athens; the younger man was arrested, a 21-year-old woman with him was detained but later released, and authorities are investigating the incident after CPR and a defibrillator were used and the man died in hospital.
A 23-year-old pilot, Faith Tenkley, landed her Piper PA30 in the Atlantic near Boca Raton after a gear failure forced an emergency sea landing; beachgoers and rescue crews quickly assisted, and she was transported to a hospital for precaution with no injuries reported.
Harry Potter fans forced the diversion of a £430m Greenlink energy cable to avoid Freshwater West beach and Dobby’s grave, prompting planners to reroute the 190km link between Wales and Ireland to land in Wexford; the project can now power about 380,000 homes after the outcry sparked by a BBC Wales interview.
Bella Thorne shared sun-soaked beach photos with fiancé Mark Emms, wearing a shimmering green sequin bikini as they continue wedding planning after their 2023 engagement, while fans commented on the couple’s beach moment and dynamic.
Trunk Bay in Virgin Islands National Park on St. John, USVI, has been named the world's best beach for 2026 by Beach.com, praised for its pristine white sand, turquoise waters, and a 225-yard underwater snorkeling trail; the site notes a $5 entry fee for visitors 16+, full amenities, and tips to visit before 8 a.m. or after 3 p.m. to dodge crowds, with Elafonissi (Greece) and Grace Bay (Turks and Caicos) following in the top ranks.
A 28-year-old man from Mexico City was killed when a crocodile dragged him into the water on a beach in front of the Marriott Puerto Vallarta Resort; his body was found about 0.2 miles from shore the next day, and a nearby couple tried to help with a kayak before authorities confirmed the attack. The victim was identified as Irving.
After a 2025 wildfire, Villasimius imposes strict limits at Punta Molentis: adults cannot set up shade; shade is allowed only for children and people 65+, there’s a €10 entrance fee, and tight daily caps on land and sea access to protect the fragile coastline.
A health-focused piece warns that beach outings can carry six common rashes and infections from ocean water or sand, caused by bacteria, fungi, parasites, or fecal contamination; it recommends practical prevention steps such as rinsing off after swimming, wearing sandals on sand, avoiding barefoot exposure in polluted areas, covering wounds, showering after beach time, washing hands, and heeding local beach advisories to minimize risk.
Kylie Jenner shared vacation beach snaps wearing a beige Frankies bikini with a plunging triangle top held by thin strings, later swapping into a black version; fans and sister Khloé Kardashian showered the posts with praise and comments about her beach-ready look.
A viral clip shows Hudson the Golden Retriever bravely chasing and dodging crashing waves to claim a brown ‘treasure’ washed up on the beach, with pirate-style music heightening the playful treasure-hunt vibe.
A rare winter surge of Sargassum seaweed has hit top Mexican Caribbean beaches like Playa del Carmen and Tulum, disrupting the usual clear water season and raising concerns about year-round seaweed blooms due to changing ocean conditions. Travelers are advised to adapt by using pools, checking live beach cams, and exploring inland attractions like cenotes to enjoy their trips despite the seaweed invasion.
Natalie Portman was spotted in a stylish dark swimsuit during her beach vacation, receiving praise from fans for her relaxed and natural appearance.