beaches

Environment / 17 weeks ago
Breathtaking beaches around the world shine in 2025’s best beach rankings
From the pink sands of Indonesia to the penguin-lined shores of South Africa, the latest edition of The World’s 50 Best Beaches spotlights some of the most stunning coastlines across the globe. Featuring iconic destinations and hidden gems alike, the 2025 rankings, compiled by global travel experts and beach enthusiasts, celebrate natural beauty, accessibility, sustainability, and overall wow factor.

Environment / 18 weeks ago
Where it is illegal to urinate in the sea
When it comes to strange laws around the world, Portugal carries the win. It is the only country in Europe where it is illegal to urinate in the sea, a law that’s both amusing and puzzling to many travellers. While the rest of Europe is marked in yellow in a map created by The World in Maps, indicating legality, Portugal is boldly shaded in red, standing alone with this unique regulation.

Culture / 49 weeks ago
