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World’s hottest islands of 2026 are more affordable than you think — with two American destinations in the top 10

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World’s hottest islands of 2026 are more affordable than you think — with two American destinations in the top 10

They’re getting more beach for their buck.  Hitting exotic sands can come as a gut-punch to one’s savings this summer, as travel costs have skyrocketed since 2025, forcing 52% of frequent flyers to forgo a getaway this year.  Budgeted globetrotters, however, need not sweat nor fret as the world’s top 10 most luxurious, affordable stays have just been revealed via … Read more

Italian hotspot issues hefty fines for scantily clad tourists with bare chests, swimwear

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Italian hotspot issues hefty fines for scantily clad tourists with bare chests, swimwear

Aussies heading to this popular Italian hotspot have been warned not to break this shirtless and bikini rule — or they’ll cop a hefty fine. Varenna, a fishing village by Lake Como, is cracking down on tourists who wander the town wearing only their bikinis, and men flaunting their bare chests, fining them between €50 … Read more

Popular European beaches are now charging visitors for a spot on the sand amid overcrowding

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Popular European beaches are now charging visitors for a spot on the sand amid overcrowding

In the wake of record crowds flocking to top European destinations, many sites are implementing fees and visitor limits. Among the countries leading in the use of cash and caps for crowd control is Italy. In Sardinia, several swaths of sand require booking and a small fee. La Pelosa, one of the most photographed beaches … Read more

Escape from New York! 5 sizzling summer road trips to beat city heat and the usual beach crowds — all on just one tank

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Escape from New York! 5 sizzling summer road trips to beat city heat and the usual beach crowds — all on just one tank

Summer has come to NYC, leaving us locals yearning to breathe freely as the steamy weather settles in and hordes of wide-eyed tourists take Manhattan — and too much space on the sidewalks. But where to retreat — and cool off — in 2026? Headache-making fuel prices are turning precious trips to the beach into pricey pitfalls, while … Read more

‘Do not swim’ warning issued for 5 New York City beaches with high bacteria for 4th of July weekend

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‘Do not swim’ warning issued for 5 New York City beaches with high bacteria for 4th of July weekend

Five New York city beaches are under advisory amid a heatwave set to make Independence Day weekend a real scorcher. The advisory means the water at these beaches has high levels of bacteria. The city’s Department of Health advises against swimming and wading under this warning. Warmer temps and direct sunlight can speed up bacterial … Read more

Beach brawl ensues as women refuse to leave men’s side of gender-segregated beach: ‘Sexist oafs’

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Beach brawl ensues as women refuse to leave men’s side of gender-segregated beach: ‘Sexist oafs’

There’s beef over a beach privacy breach.  A brawl broke loose on Italy’s longstanding gender-segregated beach, Bagno Marino La Lanterna, known locally as Pedocin, this weekend, after a ballsy bombshell broke the abiding rule and joined her boyfriend on the boys-only side of the seashore.  “You’re living in the Middle Ages,” the unnamed lady-rebel reportedly … Read more

Man pops the question with massive ring carved onto beach in sand-sational proposal

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Man pops the question with massive ring carved onto beach in sand-sational proposal

A smitten boyfriend proposed to his girlfriend by having a giant picture of her engagement ring carved onto their favorite beach. Matt Morris, 31, secretly hired an artist to create the sand drawing before surprising long-term girlfriend Rebekah Gardner. The supermarket manager had to persuade Rebekah, 32, to get out of bed at 6 am … Read more

Rogue wave sweeps woman off infamous beach as frantic rescue caught on camera

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Rogue wave sweeps woman off infamous beach as frantic rescue caught on camera

A woman was swept off the rocks at a notorious Hawaii surf spot before a quick-thinking bystander rushed in to help pull her from the churning water, dramatic video shows. The frightening scene unfolded June 15 at China Walls on Oahu, where a larger set of waves came through the rocky shoreline around 6:13 p.m., … Read more

Beach bus program will take SoCal residents to Santa Monica for just $6 round trip

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Beach bus program will take SoCal residents to Santa Monica for just round trip

Southern California residents have a ticket to ride — all the way to the coast and back, just in time for summer. A seasonal Beach Bus service connecting Antelope Valley to Santa Monica officially returned on Monday, giving residents in Palmdale and Lancaster a cheap escape from the high desert heat for less than the … Read more

NYC’s iconic People’s Beach bathhouse to reopen after 54 years thanks to stunning $88M reno

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NYC’s iconic People’s Beach bathhouse to reopen after 54 years thanks to stunning M reno

The bathhouse at Jacob Riis Park has been sitting so long it could’ve legally collected Social Security. But after 54 years of being boarded up, battered, and basically treated like an abandoned movie set on the edge of the Atlantic, the legendary “People’s Beach” landmark is finally making a comeback — courtesy of a not-so-modest … Read more

Euro skip: It’s a historic summer to rediscover the all-American vacation

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Euro skip: It’s a historic summer to rediscover the all-American vacation

This summer, Americans are trading international itineraries and Aperol spritzes on the Amalfi Coast for all-American road trips, national parks, and nostalgic stateside escapes. Travel experts say rising costs, economic uncertainty and soaring airfare are pushing more Americans to trade big international vacations for shorter, easier getaways closer to home this summer.  “Compared to last … Read more

Ancient Roman bust in pristine condition discovered during Spanish beach dig

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Ancient Roman bust in pristine condition discovered during Spanish beach dig

It was supposed to be just another sunny beach refresh in Spain — until construction crews accidentally uncovered something a lot older than sunburn and sandcastles. Workers digging along Almadraba beach in Alicante got more than they bargained for when a routine regeneration project unearthed what looked like a harmless chunk of stone — and … Read more

Exploring Greece’s new, improved and downright sexy isle of Zakynthos

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Exploring Greece’s new, improved and downright sexy isle of Zakynthos

How many Greek islands are there? Actually, no one can agree. Depending on what you qualify as an island (as opposed to a rock) there’s up to 6,000, with 227 of them inhabited. Scattered within the Aegean, Mediterranean and Ionian seas, essentially there’s a Greek isle for everyone, from off the grid (Gavdos) to large … Read more

Exclusive | Sephora Summer Club poolside pop-up blends luxe hospitality with sunny Mediterranean vibe

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Exclusive | Sephora Summer Club poolside pop-up blends luxe hospitality with sunny Mediterranean vibe

Brooklyn is getting a taste of the luxury summer brand activations typically reserved for the Hamptons or South of France. Sephora Summer Club is launching its first-ever poolside activation, which runs from Friday, May 22, to Labor Day, Sept. 7, blending beauty, hospitality and wellness into an immersive seasonal experience. The first-ever Sephora Summer Club … Read more

‘Paradise lost’: Dreaded ‘poo-nami’ from Mexico risks shutting down one of America’s best beaches

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‘Paradise lost’: Dreaded ‘poo-nami’ from Mexico risks shutting down one of America’s best beaches

They’re up s–t creek without a plunger. Just when you thought it was safe to get back in the water: A picturesque California beach is at risk of being shuttered amid a deluge of sewage from Mexico that’s befouled the coastline. “It was heaven on Earth, and now I call it paradise lost,” Whitney David, … Read more

Remote workers descend on San Diego for massive beach meet up — then the city ruined everything

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Remote workers descend on San Diego for massive beach meet up — then the city ruined everything

San Diego’s viral “work-from-the-beach” craze may be getting hauled back to shore after city officials shut down future mass remote-work meetups unless organizers obtain costly permits. An “office on the sand” event at Law Street Beach in March drew more than 100 workers sporting laptops and surfboards for a morning of coworking by the ocean … Read more

‘Beaches, A New Musical’ review: Schlocky friendship show docks during Broadway’s low tide

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‘Beaches, A New Musical’ review: Schlocky friendship show docks during Broadway’s low tide

Theater review BEACHES 2 hours and 30 minutes, with one intermission. At the Majestic Theatre, 247 W. 44th Street. Pay close attention to the lyrics of the song “Wind Beneath My Wings.” They’re pretty cruel. “It must have been cold there in my shadow.” Ouch. “So I was the one with all the glory; you … Read more

California enclave named best small beach town in America — and three others make the top 10

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California enclave named best small beach town in America — and three others make the top 10

A sleepy Central Coast escape just a few hours from Los Angeles has been crowned the best coastal small town in the US — and locals aren’t surprised. Pismo Beach has taken the top spot in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, eclipsing tons of seaside destinations across the country after thousands of votes were … Read more

Dangerous water warnings hit trendy vacation spot after powerful storm pounds area

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Dangerous water warnings hit trendy vacation spot after powerful storm pounds area

Hawaii health officials have issued multiple brown water advisories across the islands as the state deals with the aftermath of a Kona Low storm. The storm moved through the islands earlier last week, bringing heavy rainfall and runoff that has kept coastal waters contaminated in several areas, the Hawaii Department of Health Clean Water Branch said.  Officials … Read more

Poisonous, stinging Portuguese man o’ war are rapidly invading beaches: ‘Extremely painful’

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Poisonous, stinging Portuguese man o’ war are rapidly invading beaches: ‘Extremely painful’

The Portuguese man o’ war has been making its presence known on beaches from Texas to Florida, as reported by Fox Weather. The small but dangerous sea creature — which is known for its long tentacles and polyps that extend up to 100 feet, according to AL.com, and can deliver a painful sting even weeks … Read more