November 13, 2018Thailand has more than a thousand islands, so the closure of Maya Bay and new restrictions placed on Similan Islands should not stop travellers from planning their beach holidays there.
October 6, 2018In this week's Off The Beat column, our writer takes a trip to the little-known island of Kakaban in East Kalimantan for an amazing underwater experience.
November 13, 2015Popular swimming spots in eastern Australia will be monitored by drones and 'listening stations' as part of a new strategy to keep beachgoers safe from shark attacks.
August 29, 2015Whether it’s snorkelling, camping or beach volleyball, the Pulau Sembilan archipelago may be the best kept secret on the west coast of Peninsular Malaysia.
June 28, 2015Mention Santa Cruz in California, and most people think beaches. But there’s more to the city than frolicking on the sand and hitting the surf.
October 25, 2014From the texture of the sand to the blue aquatic hue of the waters, experts say the beach offers plenty of restorative benefits to even the most jaded of souls.
