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Khao Lak Family Beaches Resorts, Things To Do – thebeachfrontclub.com – Video

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Snarled Shark Nets Spur Repairs at South African Beaches

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Authorities in South Africas KwaZulu-Natal province are rushing to fix damaged shark nets at some of the countrys most popular beaches before thousands of summer holidaymakers flock to the coast.

Heavy swells forced the provinces Sharks Board to lift protective nets from beaches, leaving them open to sharks prowling the waters and boat-based teams have been working around the clock to restore them. Their efforts have been complicated by damage to some of the barriers, said Sharks Board Operations Manager Mike Anderson-Reade.

They were torn and twisted, so that takes time to sort out, he said. Anderson-Reade said the damage was caused when nets were left in the water as bad weather pounded South Africas east coast.

Three species of potentially dangerous sharks -- the bull shark, white shark and tiger shark -- inhabit the warm, shallow waters off KwaZulu-Natal. Beach tourism in 2013 accounted for 63 percent of the provinces tourism revenue, an industry that in turn contributed about 30 billion rand ($2.7 billion) -- or 10 percent -- of the provinces economy.

KwaZulu-Natal has 23 kilometers (14 miles) of shark-safety measures at 38 locations, the only ones in South Africa. Five beaches are waiting for nets to be restored after the recent damage, Anderson-Reade said.

Shark nets and drumlines have reduced the number of attacks to less than one a year at protected beaches, Anderson-Reade said. There have only been two serious attacks at protected beaches in the past 30 years, both involving great whites, according to the Shark Board.

With about eight weeks to go until the peak end-of-year holiday season, local businesses are concerned that perception the beaches are unsafe may deter visitors.

Annie Smith, a lodge owner in the resort town of Margate, said her trade is based on a good beach experience.

Feeling feel safe in the sea is very important to my guests, and I know if theres a problem, theyd go somewhere else, she said.

The regions beaches draw large crowds during the holiday months, particularly in Durban, South Africas third-largest city. More than 30,000 people visited Durban beaches on New Years Day alone this year, East Coast Radio reported at the time.

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Hidden gem is exposed

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A NEW map for visitors reveals Mackay's hidden gem - the Northern Beaches.

From its hilltop vantage point, with commanding views over the ocean and beaches, the iconic Eimeo Pacific Hotel defines the area's fun attractions for visitors.

It provided the scenic backdrop for the launch of the map by Whitsunday MP Jason Costigan and a group of tourism and business owners.

For Carole Henry, of La Solana holiday units at Blacks Beach, the simple tear-off map, with its easy access route from Mackay defined in thick red, will help bring in travellers who may have overlooked the Northern Beaches as a place to stay.

"It's our first map and shows where the accommodation is, that we are open for business. Later ones will become more inclusive and list more businesses including eateries and other attractions," she said.

"People tend to stay in the Mackay CBD, as it's the first place they get to, but we have beautiful beaches and a lot of accommodation close to the beachfront here.

"I think people are not fully aware of what we have."

The map will be left at tourism information offices, on reception counters and in hotels between Sarina and Airlie Beach.

"We hope the map brings more visitors to the Northern Beaches. It is a little bit of a hidden gem out here," Comfort Resort Blue Pacific owner Nick uit den Bogaard said. His wife and business partner Cath uit den Bogaard said the map should help put the area as a destination clearly in the minds of visitors as "it can tend to get missed".

Eimeo Pacific Hotel's Darlene Stayte said simply, "it is important that people know the Northern Beaches is a very attractive part of Mackay ... the more people who come here the better".

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Coast cleanup nets 1,600 bags of trash and a watermelon patch

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by MBJ Staff

Published: October 20,2014

Tags: barrier island, beach, environment, Gulf Coast Research Laboratory, Institute for Marine Mammal Studies, Jamie Miller, marsh, Mississippi Coastal Cleanup, Mississippi Department of Marine Resources, Mississippi Marine Debris Task Force, Mississippi Power Co., Ocean Conservancy, Renew Our Rivers, trash, University of Southern Mississippi

GULF COAST Nearly 2,000 volunteers combed the Coasts beaches, marsh areas and barrier islands Oct. 18, picking up trash at 47 sites during the 26th annual Mississippi Coastal Cleanup.

Preliminary numbers show that during the three-hour cleanup, 1,616 people picked up 1,603 bags of trash, including 275 bags of recyclables along 100 miles in Harrison, Hancock and Jackson counties.

Every year, the Mississippi Coastal Cleanup grows, showing that more people are dedicated to keeping the Coast free of trash, said Jamie Miller, executive director of the Mississippi Department of Marine Resources. Its good for the environment, but its also an opportunity to teach our young people the value of keeping our beaches, bays and islands clean.

One volunteer working near the Biloxi Lighthouse found a bag of crystal meth, which was turned over to Biloxi Police. Some of the most interesting items found include a dishwasher door in Jackson County, a grocery cart on Deer Island in Harrison County and a watermelon patch in Hancock County. Volunteers also found tires, tents, mattresses and a TV.

Workers at Deer Island found a dolphin carcass and reported it to the Institute for Marine Mammal Studies.

Coastal Cleanup is organized by MDMR and the Mississippi Marine Debris Task Force and is part of the International Coastal Cleanup.

The mission of the ICC is to remove debris from shorelines, bayous, bays and beaches and collect information on the amount and types of debris collected and use that data to educate people on the dangers of littering.

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Banning e-cigarettes from Hawaii County parks beaches and buildings – Video

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Banning e-cigarettes from Hawaii County parks beaches and buildings
October 14, 2014 The Hawaii County Council Committee on Public Safety and Mass Transit hears testimony and discusses a bill to ban e-cigarettes and other electronic smoking devices from any...

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Lombok: The island of breathtaking beaches

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Just a 2-hour flight from Jakarta, Lombok offers a wealth of gorgeous beaches that are far less crowded than in neighboring Bali

If Bali is the island of the Gods, then Lombok, its neighbor to the east, is the island of breathtaking beaches.

A 2-hour flight from Jakarta, Lombok is blessed with deserted beaches, quiet hillside towns populated mostly by roosters and fruit vendors, and a fascinating blend of cultures. Home to more than 2.4 million Indonesians, Lombok is 80% Sasak Muslim and 20% Balinese Hindu, making for a vibrant mix of majestic mosques and ancient temples.

Here are my favorite beaches in Lombok. Luckily, most of them are located not far from the Lombok International Airport.

CALM AND SLEEPY. Tanjung Aan Beach is locatd on the south coast of Lombok. All photos by Nila Tanzil/Rappler

Tanjung Aan Beach

Down in southeast Lombok sits sleepy Tanjung Aan Beach. The isolated stretch of white sand is comprised of two sweeping bays.

Tanjung Aan is perfect for those looking to take a relaxing dip or for a snorkeling spot. The smooth turquoise waters and the white powdery sand make the beach a Lombok must. Nowadays, there are a number of food vendors serving up tasty local snacks you can enjoy while sunbathing on this gorgeous beach!

MYTHICAL BEACH. Once a year, a Bau Nyale ceremony where locals search for sea worms is held on Seger beach.

Seger Beach

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