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‘Who needs the scorching Med?’ Readers’ tips for cooler European coastal holidays

From the deserted Danish Riviera to the unspoilt beaches of Poland, our readers share their favourite, more chilled European coastlines

The Guardian - UK

Family sues after man, 21, drowns at the Jersey Shore with lifeguards on duty

Joseph Volm died in August 2023, when he was dragged into the ocean by a rip current

The Independent UK

Raw sewage reported ‘seeping’ on to beach from Welsh Water pumping station

Senedd member demands Welsh Water invest in infrastructure after sewage leaked on to West Shore beach

The Guardian - UK

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Many Delaware beachgoers feel the sting of a blooming jellyfish population

More beachgoers have been getting an unexpected shock this summer as jellyfish numbers bloom along the Delaware coast

The Independent UK

Six of the best ferry crossings in the UK – from the Isles of Scilly to the Outer Hebrides

With unique views, fascinating history and opportunities for wildlife-spotting, taking a small boat across a river or to an island can be a holiday highlight

The Guardian - UK

Kelia Mehani Gallina: the 12-year-old girl staring down monster waves at Teahupo’o

The young Tahiti surfer will become the WSL’s youngest competitor when she takes on the fearsome break she can see from her family home

The Guardian - AU

Residents mystified by naked ‘gimp mask’ night stalker

The man was captured on cameras wearing just trainers and the mask.

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Malta's Time Is Now: Why Is The Island Country In Southern Europe Gaining Popularity?

With a cultural push on the rise, Matla has recently been increasingly on the radar for travellers.

International Business Times UK

How not to be a dick on holiday this summer

Heading to Europe this summer and want to spare yourself the wrath of locals? Here’s our comprehensive guide to good manners on the Med

Evening Standard

See the 'pristine' and 'quiet' Scottish beach with the wrecks of WWII submarines

Check out the 'pristine' and 'quiet' Scottish beach that is home to a nature reserve and the wrecks of two submarines.

The National (Scotland)

These Beach Towns Are the Safest Spots in the US This Summer

Low crime rates, accessible medical care and calm conditions make these coastal destinations perfect for a stress-free getaway.

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Fiji’s best wave was once forbidden to locals, now the country has its first pro surfer

James Kusitino, who recently signed a team rider deal with surfwear brand Former, puts his success down to the opening up of the Cloudbreak wave

The Guardian - AU

I’m obsessed with snorkelling in Scotland: starfish below, sea eagles overhead – and it really isn’t that cold

Developing snorkelling trails is part of my job, but I never tire of the teeming underwater life and seeing some of the least crowded parts of Britain’s coast

The Guardian - UK

‘Unlike anywhere else in Britain’: in search of wildlife on the Isles of Scilly

Whales and dolphins may have proved elusive, but the islands off Cornwall cannot fail to impress with their subtropical plants and Caribbean-like beaches

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‘A delightful slice of unhurried life’: readers’ favourite European islands

Lesser-known isles, from a quieter alternative to Capri, to a gem in the heart of Helsinki and the smallest of Ireland’s Aran Islands

Evening Standard

Best bodyboards for kids to have fun and improve confidence in the water

Discover the top bodyboards for kids to make beach trips more exciting this summer

The Independent UK

Shark bites surfer’s leg in bloody attack off Canary Island’s coast

After attacking his board, the shark sunk his teeth into the surfer’s leg, leaving behind two wounds

The Independent UK

Spain fears for the future of Barcelona’s disappearing beaches

Climate change is eroding the man-made beaches surrounding Barcelona

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The National (Scotland)

Why this 'breathtaking' and 'otherworldly' beach is named the best in Scotland

See why this 'breathtaking' and 'otherworldly' beach is the best in Scotland and maybe even in the world.

The Guardian - AU

Is this Queensland beach really the best in the world? Tell us your favourite

Whitehaven beach on Whitsunday Island is home to marine stingers, including jellyfish, from October to May, but that didn’t stop voters in Big 7 Travel list. Have your say in the comments section

The Guardian - UK

Country diary: A trio of butterflies mingle in the shingle

Hayling Island, Hampshire: A profusion of sea kale on the beach has attracted the attention of three small whites – two males competing for the attention of a female

The National (Scotland)

This 'spectacular' cliff-backed beach is the best for seeing sunsets in Scotland

See why this 'spectacular' rocky beach near a lovely coastal village in Dumfries and Galloway is Scotland's best place for seeing sunsets.

The National (Scotland)

Full list of designated bathing waters as Scotland sees another heatwave

With Scotland seeing another heatwave, Scots are likely looking for places to cool down ...

The Guardian - UK

Dinghies at dawn and a determination to arrive: on the French coast waiting to cross to UK

Around Gravelines and Dunkirk there is danger, profound squalor and a human spirit that overpowers the politics

The Independent UK

Police investigating mass brawl on Bournemouth beach release CCTV

Dorset Police says a girl and a number of officers were injured in the incident

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