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1. Lanikai Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches on Earth according to National Geographic. It is famous for its soft white sparkling sand and clear turquoise water. The beach is surrounded by a coral reef which can be explored during scuba diving. There is a chance to see several turtle and fish species. Kayak and surfing board rental services are located nearby for your convenience. However, parking can be problematic due to the shortage of parking spaces.…

Imagine the world without beaches, especially the state of Florida. “For many people, Florida is beaches” (Hellegaard). Beach erosion is a big deal to a lot of places, especially the ones that get a majority of their tourism from the beaches that are visited year round; Florida gets most of its tourism revenue from the beach goers so when the beach has been annihilated from the big storms that form off the coastline, aka Hurricanes; no matter the force of the storm, the beaches are almost always…

Oceans so crystal blue, it is almost like looking at a painting through glass. Skies so clear and clean, it is as if breathing from the heavens. The land is so green and full of life, which it is like walking through a dream of a jungle. Believe it or not, this place is not a dream it is an island called Hawaii. This place named Hawaii is a beautiful place to vacation to. It is the best place to go for a vacation. There are many reasons why Hawaii is the greatest place to take a vacation. One…

Rentals, Parasailing, Fishing, Snorkeling etc is the perfect option you have to pamper yourself. The place offers an unforgettable day at San Francisco Beach Club in Cozumel. The famous and scenic San Francisco Beach is a 3 miles long beach of white and gold sand with breathtakingly gorgeous scenes and exciting adventures for the tourists. It is one of the best and most popular beaches on Cozumel for tourists and locals alike. There are a large number of tourists and travel enthusiasts who love…

Located in the city with the same name, Cape Canaveral Beach offers peace and tranquility to those seeking a quiet retreat. This place is home to secluded beaches and sand dunes that haven't changed at all over the past decades. Its unspoiled beauty attracts nature lovers and couples who wish to enjoy a romantic holiday. Why Visit Cape Canaveral Beach? This beautiful, quiet beachside community is just a short drive for Orlando's major attractions. Its stunning landscape and great weather…

North America is home to a variety of geographic features, climates and ecosystems. One of the best ways to explore the geographic complexities of the United States is through a one-of-a-kind vacation. On houseboat vacations, you can enjoy sailing along crystalline waters in a verdant forest or floating between desert coastlines. Whether you are looking for a luxurious vacation or an unusual adventure, American Houseboat Rentals offers the houseboats and destinations that you need. From compact…

go; but surfers will be thrilled with Middle Camp Beach. For all its glorious nature, Catherine Hill Bay is just 10 minutes to Swansea, a 30 minute drive from Newcastle CBD and less than 90 minutes to Sydney CBD. This area is the perfect melding of city proximity and coastal living. Beaches Catherine Hill Bay is a new master planned village, nestled between two pristine Pacific…

possibility of bad weather and pollution. If a coastal area is susceptible to bad weather, it would not be smart to start construction in the area since there is a high possibility of the buildings being damaged in the future. For example, in 1962 in Ocean City, Maryland, about $7.5 million was spent to repair damage from a storm. Either better protection from storms or not urbanizing a coastal region at all should be put in effect to save money. The potential effect of polluting the ocean…

A Study to Determine Effects of Beach Sand Grain Size on Sea Turtle Nesting for Caretta caretta in Southwest Florida Kelly Bonkowski Florida Gulf Coast University 10/11/2015 Abstract The following is a proposal for a study that looks at sand grain effects on sea turtle nesting particularly of the species Caretta caretta (loggerhead sea turtle) in Southwest Florida. The study will observe and relate various properties in an attempt to know an ideal nesting environment. Nest sites of different…

Video 1 – costal erosion Boiol242 Week 3 Sandy beaches are a dynamic system that naturally experiences phases of erosion and accretion. Storm systems producing high energy waves that can rapidly erode sediments, particularly when infrequent or intense. During calmer periods, average swell waves deliver sediment back to the shoreline (beach accretion). Beach accretion is a much slower process than erosion whereby it’d take severl years for a beach to return to its pre – storm condition…