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Amesbury, Massachusetts
Plum Island Museum of Lost Toys & Curiosities
Explore the odd assortment of items that have washed up on the beaches of Plum Island.
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Abandoned U.S. Navy Tanks Litter This Beach in Puerto Rico
The beach was used by Navy pilots for bombing target practice.
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These Tiny Jewels Come From One of Alaska's Most Unusual Beaches
This microscopic treasure was collected from a remote site near the Arctic Circle.
Nasugbu, Philippines
Fortune Island
This Philippine island is dotted with (fake) Grecian ruins.
Wilsons Promontory, Australia
Squeaky Beach
The spherical grains of white quartz sand give every step on this Australian beach a distinctive sound.
Milos, Greece
Sirocco
This "volcanic all-day restaurant" is right on the beach.
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What It Takes to Clean Up a Massive Nurdle SpillÂ
Following a maritime disaster, Sri Lankans are cleaning their beaches, nurdle by nurdle.
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A Guide to Puerto Rico's Hidden Natural Wonders
Venture off the beaten path to uncover extraordinary marvels.
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5 Culinary Gems Along Puerto Rico’s Beaches and Backroads
Exploring incredible cuisine like a local.
Sayulita, Mexico
Cementerio de Sayulita
This colorful, ornately-decorated cemetery sits next to a quiet cove known as "the beach of the dead."
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15 Florida Places to Be Nurtured By Nature
The Sunshine State is a non-stop playground for nature-lovers of all ages.
LoĂza, Puerto Rico
Piñones
Archaeological sites and great food inside the island's largest mangrove forest.
Arecibo, Puerto Rico
Playa La Poza del Obispo
This beach pool offers a spectacle of crashing waves, blue hues, and a historical lighthouse.
ManatĂ, Puerto Rico
Cueva de las Golondrinas (Cave of the Swallows)
The short hike is worth the stunning views and crystal blue waters of a secluded beach.
Lajas, Puerto Rico
La Parguera
This beachside town is home to a diverse nature reserve, multiple cays, and one of the three bioluminescent bays in Puerto Rico.
ManatĂ, Puerto Rico
Mar Chiquita
Enjoy the waters of this half-moon-shaped natural pool surrounded by breathtaking scenery.
Rio Grande, Brazil
Praia do Cassino
The longest sea beach in the world can be found on the southern coast of Brazil.
Klitmøller, Denmark
Klitmøller Beach
On a stretch of Danish coast known as "Cold Hawaiʻi," this fishing village has become a surfing town.
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