beaches



Taking a dip Labor Day weekend? Swimmers face fecal contamination at beaches along US coastline

  • Beaches from Crystal River, Florida, to Ogunquit, Maine, have been under adviseries warning about water quality this week because of elevated levels of bacteria associated with fecal waste
  • The adviseries typically discourage beachgoers from going in the water because the bacteria can cause gastrointestinal illness, rashes and nausea
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Seas the day

Submitted by khaoula.ghanem on Sat, 2020-08-29 12:38

The sweltering outdoor temperatures are finally beginning to let up, meaning it’s officially beach season in the region. In honor of National Beach Day today, we highlight the best spots to top up your Vitamin D.

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An archipelago of 84 islands made of coral reefs located about 40 kilometers offshore from the city of Jizan.

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Farasan Island, Saudi Arabia
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Abu Dhabi’s Saadiyat Island is a sanctuary for the endangered hawksbill sea turtle and home to the Louvre Abu Dhabi.

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Saadiyat, UAE
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Egypt’s seaside town is popular with holiday-goers seeking out fantastic diving spots and secluded beaches.

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Hurghada, Egypt
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Every year thousands of tourists flock to Jordan’s Dead Sea resorts to cover their bodies head to toe with the mineral-laden Dead Sea mud. At 1300ft below sea level, the Dead Sea is known for its renowned healing benefits, dating back over 2,000 years ago.

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Dead Sea, Jordan
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With views of the Burj Al Arab, this scenic beach is one of Dubai’s most popular. Holiday-makers will also find food trucks, a beach library and pop-up shops, which all line the boardwalk.

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Kite Beach, UAE
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An island off the coast of Tunisia that is known for Mediterranean beaches and whitewashed desert towns.

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Djerba, Tunisia
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Saturday, August 29, 2020 - 12:30
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Sun, sea and privacy at Egypt’s ‘only for women’ beaches

By LAILA MOHAMED ·