Mar 25th, 2013 at 1:00PM:
So you're not the Cancun type. That's no reason to pass up a cheap flight to its airport, a gateway to lots of anti-Cancun destinations. The area has more than 80 miles of white-sand Caribbean beaches, and only a few of those are confined to the cheesy place you've been avoiding.
I'm a certified beach snob, and Cancun-area sands are some of the best for the money and the time it takes to ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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The Beach Snob's Guide To Cancun
Mar 25th, 2013 at 1:00PM:
So you're not the Cancun type. That's no reason to pass up a cheap flight to its airport, a gateway to lots of anti-Cancun destinations. The area has more than 80 miles of white-sand Caribbean beaches, and only a few of those are confined to the cheesy place you've been avoiding.
I'm a certified beach snob, and Cancun-area sands are some of the best for the money and the time it takes to ...Wrestle A Shark, Become A Hero And Get Fired
Mar 14th, 2013 at 4:00PM:
Back in January we showed this amazing video of a man wrestling a shark on a beach in Queensland, Australia.
Paul Marshallsea, 62, became an Internet sensation when he pulled the 2-meter-long dusky shark away from swimmers. Unfortunately for him, fame came at a price.
Marshallsea has been fired from his job as a project coordinator at the Pant and Dowlais Boys and Girls Club in Wales. In a ...The Kimchi-ite: Jeju Island, An Escape From The Metropolis
Mar 1st, 2013 at 11:00AM:
In many corners of the world, winter offers nothing but a biting cold that demands we stay indoors until the flowers start to bloom. But with spring stretching its legs, it's time we start to do the same. The best way to mentally prepare for spring and summer is to reminisce about trips from the past and to plan a new travel adventure built around shorts and sandals.
Here in Korea, ...Tar-Removing Tip For Beach-Bound Spring Breakers And Vacationers
Feb 22nd, 2013 at 3:00PM: I'm currently in Southern California, mixing a bit of business and pleasure. I'm officially visiting my parents, but yesterday, I headed up to Santa Barbara for the night to research a story for a guidebook. On my way home today, I went for a late afternoon run on my favorite beach. As a former SB resident, it's something I've done dozens of times in the past.
As I pounded barefoot through the ...Video: Man Wrestles Shark On Australian Beach
Jan 22nd, 2013 at 9:45AM:
Would you wrestle a shark? This British holidaymaker did when he spotted one close to some children on a beach in Queensland, Australia.
Paul Marshallsea, 62, grabbed the two-meter-long dusky shark by the tail and dragged it away from shore. As soon as it got in deeper water, the BBC reports, it turned on him and almost bit his leg.
Dusky sharks have the most powerful bite of any of the ...
Photo Of The Day: Eleuthera
Oct 12th, 2012 at 6:00PM:
Eleuthera is a long slender snake of an island, about 110 miles long and an average of two miles wide. It has an embarrassment of beaches, which are notable not just for their number but also for their variety: a long pale strand here; a deep beach backed by reeds there; pretty pink sands elsewhere.
Flickr user trishhartmann captured this particularly dramatic Eleuthera beach, Tippy's Beach ...Let's Bring Capitalism To America's Beaches
Sep 24th, 2012 at 10:00AM: America is a paradise for consumers. We can satisfy just about any consumer desire that strikes our fancy, even if it's 3 a.m. on a holiday weekend. The one big exception to this rule is on our beaches, where most of the time we're forced to lug coolers, chairs, umbrellas, beach toys and anything else we'll need. There are some exceptions to this rule, but at many beaches around the country ...10 Greek Islands To Visit During Shoulder Season
Aug 2nd, 2012 at 1:00PM: If you haven't booked your summer vacation yet, don't fret. While most people go away in June, July and August, a trip to the Greek Islands is actually a great destination in September and October. Visitors will still enjoy the beautiful, balmy weather and warm, azure waters while also getting away from the crowds and experiencing the destination in a more budget-friendly manner.
I got the ...Surf 'N Stay: 5 California Hotels Where You Can Learn To Ride The Waves
Jul 31st, 2012 at 10:00AM:
If you're looking to try your hand at surfing this summer, there's no better place to pick up a board than California. For decades, California's surf beaches have beckoned rookies and professionals alike with their laidback atmosphere and consistent waves. Dozens of surf schools line the coast, offering instruction from beginner to advanced. But if time is limited and research intimidating, ...Shapinsay: Visiting A Wee Scottish Island
Jul 27th, 2012 at 2:00PM:
No trip to Orkney is complete without seeing some of the smaller islands. They offer plenty of natural and historic sights as well as peaceful solitude.
Little Shapinsay can be seen from the main harbor at Kirkwall, but visitors often overlook it. Even though it only measures six miles long at its longest and has only about 300 residents, it's served by a regular car ferry from Kirkwall. My ...Video: Great White Shark Drafts Sea Kayaker
Jul 11th, 2012 at 7:00AM: There have been a number of great white sightings in Cape Cod of late, but first-time sea kayaker Walter Szulc, Jr. got a closer look than most while paddling at Nauset Beach on Saturday. He safely made it to shore, and the beach was closed. On Sunday, three great whites were spotted in the region, the largest reaching up to 18 feet in length. [UPDATE: Scientists are now disputing the species ...
Favorite Travel Destinations: Where's Your 'Happy Place?'
Jun 26th, 2012 at 11:00AM: Long ago, a friend of mine referred to Colorado as my "spiritual homeland." I frequently jest that I'm spiritually bankrupt except when it comes to the outdoors, and she was referring to my long-held love affair with the Centennial State.
My friend was right. There are parts of Colorado that are my "happy place," where I immediately feel I can breathe more deeply, shelve my neuroses and just ...Photo Of The Day: Standing On The Cliffs
Jun 10th, 2012 at 6:00PM:
Look out! It's a long way down in today's photo, brought to us by Flickr user Buck Forester. Similar to the shot Alex selected this past Friday, today's photo was also taken along the gorgeous beaches of Kauai in Hawaii, just from an entirely different perspective. Instead of walking along this rugged island's eye-popping shoreline, Buck takes us to another view high above the waves below, ...Swimming With Sharks And Sea Lions In The Galapagos Islands
Jun 6th, 2012 at 11:30AM: "Don't freak out, but there are two huge hammerhead sharks right below us."
My guide Jens' attempt at having me "not freak out" over the two carnivorous beasts that are 10 feet away from my juicy calves only leads me to begin shrieking and jumping on his back. Soon, though, the sharks are gone, and nobody has been eaten.
"Sharks prefer sea lions and fish to people," Jens explains. "They'll ...20 Of The World's Weirdest Beaches
May 28th, 2012 at 3:00PM: Recently we told you about Expedia's Flip Flop Report and let you know the lowdown on beach behavior from around the world. We learned that the average beach vacation lasts 7.7 days, Germans are the most likely to sunbathe nude and Indians think it's important to find new locations for beach destinations.
So how about those travelers looking to enjoy the beach in a truly unique beach ...Nakation Nation: Nudist Resorts And Beaches Solve Airline Baggage Fee Woes
May 20th, 2012 at 1:00PM: And from the, "OMFG" department comes this information, via press release: The American Association for Nude Recreation (AANR) "encourages wholesome family nude recreation ["Nakations"] in appropriate settings such as designated nude beaches and AANR-member resorts, or around the home. Experts have attested that children raised in a social nudist environment grow up with a stronger sense of ...10 Free Things To Do In Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
Apr 16th, 2012 at 1:00PM: For travelers heading to South America, Brazil is one of the more expensive countries on the continent. The popular Rio de Janeiro can be especially difficult to navigate on a budget. To help you plan a worthwhile trip to this beautiful area, here are 10 free things to do.
Hiking
Although Rio de Janeiro is a city there are also a lot of natural experiences to be had. When I visited, one of ...A local point of view of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Mar 25th, 2012 at 2:00PM: "Então, você é do Rio de Janeiro?" asked the tan, freckled girl next to me on my flight from Miami, Florida, to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
I stared at her, unsure of what she'd said. "Inglés?"
"You speak English?" she asked, her eyes widening with excitement. "My mother is an English teacher. You have to meet her! What do you have planned for your time in Rio?"
I ...Weekend trip from Rio de Janeiro: Buzios, Brazil
Mar 4th, 2012 at 9:00AM: While many travelers to Brazil choose to spend a majority of their time in the large and lively metropolitan city of Rio de Janeiro, there is a culturally rich and sophisticated village about two hours away that is well worth a visit. Búzios, with its sandy beaches, opportunities for adventure, ambient restaurants, and charming shops, was once a tiny fishing town made famous by a visit from ...Video of the Day: Guam, where America's day begins
Jan 24th, 2012 at 5:00PM:
Each year, more than a million people visit the Pacific island of Guam, an unincorporated territory of the United States located in Micronesia. This video shows why: breathtaking sunsets, beautiful beaches, fantastic diving, a vibrant tourist district, tropical flora and fauna, and a unique culture influenced by Spanish colonization, Japanese occupation, and now American control.
I'm also ...
