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Locals protest in Greece for space on beaches

August 13, 2023879 Views

Nationwide movement against the expansion of pricey sunbeds for tourists On Greece's popular island of Paros, a protest by residents demanding space and free access to its sandy beaches has led to a growing nationwide movement against the expansion of pricey sunbeds rented out by private companies. The protests, dubbed by media the 'Towel Movement', have quickly spread from Paros to the nearby island of Naxos and to other holiday spots at the north and the south of the country. Protesters stage demonstration for free access to beaches on Marcello and Krios beaches, in Paros island, Greece, July 30, 2023. REUTERS/Ronit Nesher "The locals enjoy the peacefulness here, so we do not want it [the beach] to be taken up by businesses who care about the money, and not about nature and ...

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Dive right in at The Residence Maldives

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July 9, 2022230 Views

Both, Dhigurah and Falhumaafushi have perfect diving spots Home to some of the best beaches in the world, the Maldives offers an assortment of unrivalled luxury, white sandy beaches and a supreme underwater world, making it the perfect choice for a trip of a lifetime. Both The Residence Maldives at Dhigurah and The Residence Maldives at Falhumaafushi define many people's idea of balmy perfection: blissful blue lagoons, coral reefs and seclusion, offering privacy like no other. Surrounded by a beautiful, untouched reef and set on one of the deepest and untouched atolls, with more than 250 species of coral and 1,200 species of marine life, both Falhumaafushi and Dhigurah are must-visit resorts for keen snorkelers and divers. The waters are home to hard and soft corals, sponges, se...

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Sun, sea and now smoke free: Barcelona bans cigarettes on the beach

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April 8, 2022432 Views

Barcelona beachgoers will no longer have to contend with cigarette butts or passive smoke starting in July when Spain's second largest city will ban smoking on all its beaches, the city hall said on Friday. The decision comes after a pilot project las year saw smoking banned on four of the city's 10 local beaches. FILE PHOTO: People enjoy the beach at night in the Barceloneta neighbourhood in Barcelona, Spain. REUTERS/Nacho Doce "Beaches with no smoking allowed will offer healthier communal living areas, with less waste and will respect the defence of environment," the statement said. Several Spanish regions imposed bans in 2020 to clamp down on the spread of COVID-19, while others like the Balearic Islands, including Mallorca, had already adopted the measure before the pandem...

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Hoping to lure back tourists, Greece reopens beaches after lockdown

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May 9, 2021482 Views

With widely spaced sun loungers and regular disinfections, Greece reopened its organised beaches on Saturday as the popular Mediterranean holiday destination eases COVID-19 curbs in preparation for the return of foreign visitors next week. Tourism accounts for about a fifth of Greece's economy and jobs, and - after the worst year on record for the industry last year - the country can ill afford another lost summer. A general view of a beach during the official reopening of beaches to the public, following the easing of measures against the spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), in Athens, Greece, May 8, 2021. REUTERS/Costas Baltas "We're pinning our hopes on tourism," said Nikos Venieris, who manages a sandy beach in the seafront suburb of Alimos, just outside the capital,...

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10 most beautiful beaches on the eastern coast of India

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November 27, 20201680 Views

There is no other destination than a beach that can give you complete relaxation and rejuvenation. So, if you are at somewhere in the eastern India and are looking for a place to relax and rejuvenate, you can pick from any of these top 10 beaches. These beaches are not only known for their natural beauty and charm but are also known to be perfect destinations to unwind. As you bask in the glory of a moderate sun here, the golden sand beaches leave you still asking for more. Lovingly embraced by the Eastern Ghats at the eastern coast of India, there are some most beautiful beaches in Bengal, Odisha, Andhra Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. Digha Beach, West Bengal Digha is West Bengal's most popular sea resort. This beach is considered one of the most romantic spots of the region and is a...

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Goa govt allows casinos to reopen from Nov 1

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October 28, 2020783 Views

The Goa cabinet on Wednesday decided to allow casinos to reopen in the state from November 1 by following the COVID-19 prevention guidelines. The coastal state has six offshore and around a dozen onshore casinos, which have been shut since the outbreak of COVID-19 pandemic in March this year. File Photo: Casino in Goa Talking to reporters here after the cabinet meeting, Chief Minister Pramod Sawant said, "The state cabinet has decided to allow casinos to reopen from November 1 onwards." The casinos will have to operate at 50 per cent of their capacity and follow all the standard operating procedures laid down by the state Home department, he said. Sawant also said that casino operators will have to pay the license fees before resuming operations. File Photo: Casino on a ...

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8 Indian beaches get International Blue Flag Certification

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October 12, 20201071 Views

Eight Indian beaches, spread across five states and two union territories, have been awarded the “BLUE FLAG” by an International Jury comprising of eminent members viz UNEP, UNWTO, FEE, IUCN. The beaches that have been awarded the ‘BLUE FLAG” are Shivrajpur (Dwarka-Gujarat), Ghoghla (Diu), Kasarkod and Padubidri (Karnataka), Kappad (Kerala), Rushikonda (AP), Golden (Puri-Odisha) and Radhanagar (A&N Islands). Kappad beach in Kerala India has also been awarded a 3rd Prize by the International Jury under the “International Best Practices” for pollution control in coastal regions. Interestingly, no 'BLUE FLAG' nation has ever been awarded for 8 beaches in a single attempt. “India is also the first country in “Asia-Pacific” region which has achieved this feat in just about 2 ye...

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केरल के टॉप 10 ऑफबीट बीच

UPENDRA SWAMI

July 3, 20202532 Views

केरल अपने खूबसूरत समुद्र तटों के लिए प्रसिद्ध है। लेकिन वहां कई बीच ऐसे भी हैं जो हालांकि इतने लोकप्रिय नहीं हुए हैं किंतु अपनी सुंदरता में वे किसी से कम नहीं। यहां कम सैलानी जाते हैं इसलिए भीड़भाड़ कम है। 1. किले के नीचे बेकल बीच केरल के सबसे उत्तर के जिले कासरगोड़ में बेकल किला है जो केरल के सबसे बड़े और संरक्षित किलों में से एक माना जाता है। यह किला समुद्र के किनारे है। किले की दीवार के नीचे पसरा है बेकल का समुद्र तट। एक तरफ विशाल किला और दूसरी तरफ अरब सागर और बीच में सफेद मखमली रेत का बेकल तट बेहद सुकून देने वाला है। केरल जाने वाले आम सैलानियों की भीड़भाड़ से दूर बेकल मालाबार इलाके के कई टूरिस्ट सर्किट का गढ़ है। पहुंच में भी आसान कासरगोड़ मैंगलोर हवाईअड्डे से महज पचास किलोमीटर दूर है। कासरगोड़ का रेलवे स्टेशन मुंबई-मैंगलोर-कोषीकोड मुख्य रेलमार्ग पर स्थित है। 2. मुष...

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विदेशी सागर तटों को मात देता वर्कला

AJAY GARG

July 3, 20201463 Views

केन फॉलेट के उपन्यास ‘आई ऑफ द नीडल’ को पढ़े मुझे ज्यादा वक्त नहीं बीता था। यह उपन्यास एक नाजी जासूस की गतिविधियों पर आधारित है जो दूसरे विश्वयुद्ध के दौरान ब्रिटेन में रहकर जासूसी करता है। इसके कथानक का बड़ा हिस्सा एक चट्टानी द्वीप पर घटता है- समंदर के सीने पर मुस्तैद खड़ी एक चट्टान, जिसकी तलहटी में लहरें ठांठें मार रही हैं। उपन्यास को पढ़ते-पढ़ते मेरे मन में इस नजारे की छवि कहीं गहरे अंकित हो गई। लेकिन मुझे अंदाजा नहीं था कि यह छवि जल्दी ही साकार होने वाली थी। वर्कला... केरल के दक्षिणी छोर पर एक छोटा-सा शहर। पहली नजर में यह हल्की-फुल्की रफ्तार से चल रही एक उनींदी-सी जगह लगेगी। चारों तरफ हरे-भरे पेड़ों से घिरा हुआ शांत रेलवे स्टेशन जहां ज्यादा चहलकदमी नहीं; स्टेशन के बाहर टैक्सी और ऑटो वालों की भीड़; सड़क पर से ही सवारियां लेती बसें; खाने-पीने की साधारण दुकानें। रेलगाड़ी से उतरने क...