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San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua: Getting to love the beach town vibe

A laid-back surf town on Nicaragua’s Pacific coast, San Juan del Sur is the kind of place where hammocks, seafood restaurants and sunset swims easily fill a few slow, restorative days. Arriving in San Juan del Sur “Who wants beer? It’s OK if I ask…

Seeing the nocturnal wildlife of the Margaret River region.

Margaret River wildlife and adventure experiences: Night tours, caves, forests and stingrays

From twilight wildlife encounters and towering karri forests to stingrays at Hamelin Bay and underground cave adventures, this guide explores a very different side of Margaret River, far beyond vineyards and cellar doors. Margaret River wildlife encounters after dark A little fella hops onto a…

Third Beach in Stanley Park, Vancouver: Guide with hours, parking & advice

Third Beach in Vancouver's Stanley Park is a naturally sandy beach on the western edge of the park that offers swimming, picnicking and sunset watching in a setting that feels quietly removed from the downtown buzz. This guide presents practical information for first-time visitors including…

Turquoise Bay in Cape Range National Park, Western Australia.

Turquoise Bay, WA: Visitor guide with parking, fees & drift snorkelling tips

Everything you need to know about visiting one of Western Australia's best beaches, from drift snorkelling to avoiding the crowds Where pristine reef meets powder-white sand Turquoise Bay is 60 kilometres from Exmouth within Cape Range National Park, and the name doesn't exaggerate. The water…

Seixal Beach, Madeira: Plan your visit to the north coast’s black sand beach

A practical guide for first-time visitors to Seixal Beach in Madeira, Portugal, covering how to get there, parking, facilities, the best times to visit, and nearby attractions you can easily combine into the same day. A patch of jet black sand, steep green mountain slopes…

The Atlantic Ocean waves at Ribeira Brava Beach in Madeira, Portugal.

Ribeira Brava Beach, Madeira: Pools, parking and visitor recommendations

Ribeira Brava Beach, officially the Ribeira Brava Bathing Complex, is a pebble and black sand beach with swimming pools on the south coast of Madeira, Portugal. This guide covers opening hours, access, transport, parking, accessibility and practical tips for visiting. The beach is a top…

The Reynisfjara black sand beach on Iceland's south coast.

Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach, Iceland: 2026 visitor guide

Iceland's most famous beach is also its most dangerous. The jet-black volcanic sand, towering basalt columns, and dramatic sea stacks at Reynisfjara make for extraordinary photographs — but the Atlantic's sneaker waves have killed at least six people here since 2007, including one in August…

Tamarama Beach on the Bondi to Coogee Walk in Sydney.

The Bondi to Coogee walk: Beaches, bays and hidden highlights

A guide to the scenic Bondi to Coogee coastal walk — with Tamarama, Clovelly, Bronte and Gordon’s Bay — including practical tips for a relaxed seaside stroll. Tamarama: small beach, big reputation A lonely surfer bobs in the waves at Tamarama. The sign says ‘no…

The Maheno shipwreck on 75 Mile Beach, K'gari, Queensland.

6 reasons to visit K’gari, Queensland

K’gari – formerly known as Fraser Island – is one of the highlights of a road trip up the Queensland coast. Here are six things to look out for while booking your K’gari tour or accommodation. The rainforest at Central Station K’gari may be the…

Anastasia State Park, St. Augustine: Ticket prices, hours & visitor guide (2026)

Anastasia State Park in St. Augustine, Florida is a protected coastal area consisting of 1,600 acres of beaches, tidal marshes, and ancient dunes. My 2026 guide contains the primary practical information needed for a first visit, including updated opening hours, ticket prices, arrival instructions, accessibility,…