The 'incredibly picturesque' seaside villages in Scotland named among UK's best See why these 'incredibly picturesque' seaside villages in Scotland have been named among the UK's best to live in. The National (Scotland) · Aug 28, 2025
Mystery ‘debris balls’ return to NSW beaches as residents warned to steer clear Central Coast council says residents should not touch the balls and avoid beaches where they wash ashore The Guardian - AU · Aug 22, 2025
Tourists are banned from beaches along Spain’s Costa Blanca over swarms of killer ‘blue dragons’ The rare slugs have a potentially-fatal sting and are dubbed ‘the most beautiful killers in the ocean’ Evening Standard · Aug 21, 2025
‘You don’t see many locals at anti-migrant protests’: Kent residents work for community cohesion People have formed networks of practical support in response to the growing numbers of migrants seeking help The Guardian - UK · Aug 16, 2025
Dale Webster, surfer who rode waves for 14,642 consecutive days, dies aged 77 Dale Webster, who surfed every day for more than four decades in Northern California, has died at 77, leaving a legacy of unmatched dedication to the sport The Guardian - US · Aug 13, 2025
The best UK beaches from Newquay to North Wales, as chosen by our travel writers Our travel contributors have visited dozens of far-flung beaches. But these are the ones that have their hearts right here in the UK Evening Standard · Aug 13, 2025
Seals, puffins and sunshine: snorkelling trip to remote British island gives young carers a taste of the sea Charity gives children a well-earned break from caring responsibilities, hoping that a day’s snorkelling amid the island’s wildlife will help them connect with nature The Guardian - UK · Aug 13, 2025
Lottery winners join beach clean-up to ‘give something back’ Millionaires who scooped National Lottery wins cleared litter and plastics from Bamburgh beach in Northumberland. The Independent UK · Aug 11, 2025
Italians turn away from private beaches amid debate over rising prices Figures suggest shift from country’s traditional summer culture, with lounger and parasol rentals up to €90 a day The Guardian - UK · Aug 9, 2025
A cooler costa: the summer glories of northern Spain’s Costa Trasmiera Find the Med a bit too hot to handle? Then head for the more temperate Cantabrian coast and its fantastic beaches, superb seafood and relaxed vibes The Guardian - UK · Aug 9, 2025
‘Who needs the scorching Med?’ Readers’ tips for cooler European coastal holidays From the deserted Danish Riviera to the unspoilt beaches of Poland, our readers share their favourite, more chilled European coastlines The Guardian - UK · Aug 8, 2025
Family sues after man, 21, drowns at the Jersey Shore with lifeguards on duty Joseph Volm died in August 2023, when he was dragged into the ocean by a rip current The Independent UK · Aug 7, 2025
Raw sewage reported ‘seeping’ on to beach from Welsh Water pumping station Senedd member demands Welsh Water invest in infrastructure after sewage leaked on to West Shore beach The Guardian - UK · Aug 7, 2025
Many Delaware beachgoers feel the sting of a blooming jellyfish population More beachgoers have been getting an unexpected shock this summer as jellyfish numbers bloom along the Delaware coast The Independent UK · Aug 6, 2025
The Guardian - UK · Aug 5, 2025 Six of the best ferry crossings in the UK – from the Isles of Scilly to the Outer Hebrides With unique views, fascinating history and opportunities for wildlife-spotting, taking a small boat across a river or to an island can be a holiday highlight
The Guardian - AU · Aug 5, 2025 Kelia Mehani Gallina: the 12-year-old girl staring down monster waves at Teahupo’o The young Tahiti surfer will become the WSL’s youngest competitor when she takes on the fearsome break she can see from her family home
Evening Standard · Aug 4, 2025 Residents mystified by naked ‘gimp mask’ night stalker The man was captured on cameras wearing just trainers and the mask.
International Business Times UK · Aug 4, 2025 Malta's Time Is Now: Why Is The Island Country In Southern Europe Gaining Popularity? With a cultural push on the rise, Matla has recently been increasingly on the radar for travellers.
Evening Standard · Aug 2, 2025 How not to be a dick on holiday this summer Heading to Europe this summer and want to spare yourself the wrath of locals? Here’s our comprehensive guide to good manners on the Med
The National (Scotland) · Aug 2, 2025 See the 'pristine' and 'quiet' Scottish beach with the wrecks of WWII submarines Check out the 'pristine' and 'quiet' Scottish beach that is home to a nature reserve and the wrecks of two submarines.
Kiplinger · Jul 31, 2025 These Beach Towns Are the Safest Spots in the US This Summer Low crime rates, accessible medical care and calm conditions make these coastal destinations perfect for a stress-free getaway.
The Guardian - AU · Jul 31, 2025 Fiji’s best wave was once forbidden to locals, now the country has its first pro surfer James Kusitino, who recently signed a team rider deal with surfwear brand Former, puts his success down to the opening up of the Cloudbreak wave
The Guardian - UK · Jul 29, 2025 I’m obsessed with snorkelling in Scotland: starfish below, sea eagles overhead – and it really isn’t that cold Developing snorkelling trails is part of my job, but I never tire of the teeming underwater life and seeing some of the least crowded parts of Britain’s coast
The Guardian - UK · Jul 27, 2025 ‘Unlike anywhere else in Britain’: in search of wildlife on the Isles of Scilly Whales and dolphins may have proved elusive, but the islands off Cornwall cannot fail to impress with their subtropical plants and Caribbean-like beaches
The Guardian - UK · Jul 25, 2025 ‘A delightful slice of unhurried life’: readers’ favourite European islands Lesser-known isles, from a quieter alternative to Capri, to a gem in the heart of Helsinki and the smallest of Ireland’s Aran Islands