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Nature

Green turtles make major comeback on Cyprus beaches

Beaches home to two British military bases have seen a significant increase in protected green and loggerhead turtles.

Travel News

Spain is known for sun and sand - but beach erosion is changing this

Spain has an overtourism problem - but as its beaches slowly disappear, how long will it last?

Europe News

Could Europe's beaches become more open to people with disabilities?

Although there have been some improvements, people with disabilities still face challenges in accessing beaches in Europe. Meet the people fighting to make beaches accessible to all.

Europe News

Beach managers in Italy brace as EU rules threaten their business

Beach clubs have a significant impact on Italy’s economy, as the tourism sector accounts for around 6% of the country’s total GDP.

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Experiences

What is the Ferragosto bank holiday and how do Italians celebrate it?

15 August is traditionally celebrated with pasta bake on the beach.

Travel News

Mallorca locals take to the beach to protest against overtourism

They say their quality of life is worse since mass tourism has hit the island.

Europe News

Italian beach managers make waves over EU competition law rollout

New compulsory tendering processes are set to upend licensing in some of Italy's most profitable resorts, and longtime operators are furious.

Destinations

Here’s where to escape overtourism in Europe

Even in some of the most visited countries in the world, there are still unspoiled destinations to discover.

Destinations

Thailand's best beaches, bars and boat trips to experience visa-free

Thailand has doubled its visa-free entry allowance for EU passport holders to 60 days.

Travel News

Why you might see Italy's busy beach clubs shut this summer

Lidos have been passed down through generations of families for decades, but that could all change.

Travel News

Greek beaches cleared of sunbeds as drones used to enforce new rules

Greek locals fed up with sunbed-covered beaches are relying on drones and a citizen reporting app to combat overcrowding.

Destinations

Want a beach holiday without the heat? Here’s where to go in Europe

Travel by train, bus or ferry to make sure you’re not contributing to global warming.

Experiences

Here’s how to ditch the car and travel to Cornwall by night train

This is one of just two sleeper trains left on the UK rail network.

Green News

Climate change is causing this Spanish beach to disappear

Human activity from construction along the coast between Torremolinos and Málaga laid the groundwork for this erosion to occur.

Travel News

Thailand has finally launched a digital nomad visa

Visa applicants can also spend their stay learning muay Thai boxing or Thai cooking.

Travel News

Tourists face fines for stealing sand and shells from Italian beach

Stealing sand from Sardinia's beaches could cost you up to €3,000 in fines.

Green News

Mass stranding: Over 160 pilot whales beached in Western Australia

Rescue efforts are underway, but at least 26 of the whales have died.

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WATCH: Hundreds of whales beached on Australian coast

Up to 160 long-finned pilot whales beached on the western Australian coast Thursday and at least 26 died before wildlife authorities could begin a rescue attempt, officials said.

Experiences

Europe’s best train routes that take you straight to the beach

Chlorinated pools can have an annual footprint of 1,400kg CO2, so cool off in these dreamy natural swimming spots instead.

Travel News

New train line proposed for Spanish coast linking seaside cities

The extension would make it easier to explore more of the sun-drenched coastline loved by tourists.