4 h. ago Popular European beach brings in app booking system after capping visitor numbers

Tourists hoping to visit the beach, said to rival the Caribbean, will soon need to book a spot before they arrive

Culture

24 h. ago UK beach with turquoise water 'usually seen in the Caribbean' is among the world's best

Kynance Cove in Cornwall has been named one of the world's best beaches by travel experts, with its white sand and turquoise water often being mistaken for the Caribbean

Politics

53 h. ago Underrated European Island with beaches that look like they're in the Caribbean

This beautiful Spanish Island is named as one of Europe's best beaches for Brits wanting a slice of paradise without having to travel half-way across the world

Politics

3 d. ago UK beach looks like it should be in the Caribbean is named one of Britain's best

On a sunny day, this pristine beach with white sand and crystal-clear waters could easily be mistaken for a private island in the Caribbean - but it's much closer to home

Politics

1 week ago ‘I conquered my fears on this tiny Caribbean island with the world’s best beach'

We discovered what was recently voted officially the world's best beach on a dreamy getaway to the Turks and Caicos islands, loved by celebrities such as Drake

Politics

1 week ago ‘I found the world’s best beach on a tiny island – you won't believe what the sea is like'

EXCLUSIVE: We discovered what has been voted the world’s best beach on a tranquil getaway to this small Caribbean island where Drake has been known to visit

Politics

2 w. ago Scientists identify ‘tipping point’ that caused clumps of toxic Florida seaweed

Giant blobs along 5,000-mile-wide sargassum belt has killed animals, harmed human health and discouraged tourismScientists in Florida believe they have identified a “tipping point” in atmospheric conditions in the Atlantic Ocean they say caused giant clumps of toxic seaweed to inundate beaches around the Caribbean in recent summers.Previous theories for the Great Atlantic Sargassum Belt that has killed marine animals, harmed human health and plagued the tourism industry in several countries include a surfeit of nutrients in the water, such as nitrogen and phosphorus in runoff from intensive farming and carried into the ocean in the Congo, Amazon and Mississippi rivers. Continue reading...

Events

3 w. ago Caribbean hidden gems: Find secluded beaches, lush rainforests and rich culture in these less

Head off the beaten path and uncover the secret Caribbean charms of Saint Vincent and The Grenadines, Curaçao and Grenada

Politics

3 w. ago Spain's incredible £84m plans to build Caribbean beach in tourist hotspot

Construction near one of Spain's most popular cities is slated to commence, following public approval for a huge complex featuring a 1.49-hectare lagoon surrounded by a white beach, along with a 200-room 'luxury' hotel and other amenities

Society

4 w. ago The best Barbados beach hotels, for Instagrammable pink sands and water sports

Beach clubs, relaxation and rum-fuelled nights – these are the best hotels in Barbados if you are seeking a getaway on the Caribbean coast

Society

last month UK's 'hidden Caribbean paradise' beach is untouched by tourists but not for long

A stunning 'hidden Caribbean paradise' in the UK, Studland Bay in Dorset boasts crystal-clear waters, golden sands, and breathtaking views untouched by crowds

Society