Posts Tagged“beaches”

Is this the greatest threat to our beloved beaches?

Beach erosion is one of the greatest threats to wildlife, properties and infrastructure along our coastlines. Thanks to a combination of storms, flooding, strong wave action, rising sea levels and human activity our precious beaches are wearing away faster than ever before. So, what exactly are the effects of these weathering forces and how can we prevent them from damaging our coastlines even more? Another question to be answered is what is beach erosion control? And how successful can it be at tackling this threat to some of our most beautiful landscapes? What causes beach erosion? Beaches across the globe rely…

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Tenerife Offers More than Just Beaches

If you are planning on going to Tenerife for the first time ever then you probably know all about the great weather and the beaches. Lots of people travel here throughout the year because of the fantastic weather conditions and the chance of a trip to the beach. However, there is a lot more to this place than just those attractions. See the Whales and Dolphins A boat trip out to see some of the wildlife is a great idea for anyone looking to enjoy something a bit different in the Tenerife. You won’t need to look too hard to…

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A guide to San Sebastian

San Sebastian, Donosti, is located in the north of Spain, on the Bay of Biscay. This city has many ancient buildings and castles, and visitors will be able to explore the city’s beaches. Explore the Historic Quarter The city’s historic quarter is filled with ancient buildings and squares. The City Hall is one of the city’s main landmarks, a sandstone building with a carved facade that used to be the casino. Visitors will be able to explore many squares, including the historical Plaza de la Constitución and Plaza Gipuzkoa. The city can be explored on foot and most of the…

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The Beaches of Cape Town, South Africa

When one hears of South Africa, images of the hot sweltering sun are what usually come to mind. Thus, it is normal for people to look for something to beat the heat, and in Cape Town, the best way to do just that is by taking a dip in one of its many beautiful beaches. Camps Bay This is no doubt one of the most scenic seaside suburbs that one can ever visit. The neat lines of trendy restaurants with their wonderful architecture and international cuisines, and the beautiful backdrop of the Twelve Apostles Mountain and the adjacent Tabletop Mountain…

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