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The Best Beaches in Portugal: From the Algarve's Coves to the Silver Coast
Where to aim on a Portugal beach trip — the cliff-backed Algarve, the surf coast north of Lisbon, and the Atlantic islands — with the trade-offs that decide each one.
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How to Read State Beach Water Testing Results Before You Swim
State health departments post bacterial test results all summer. Knowing what an exceedance means, and how long it lasts, turns a confusing chart into a trip-planning tool.
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Beach Erosion Flags: How to Tell If a Beach Is Safe to Walk After a Storm
A storm redraws a beach in hours. Learn the warning signs in the sand, why cliffs need extra room, and how long a beach needs to settle before a carefree walk.
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Kayak Fishing From the Beach: Launching Through Surf Without Flipping
Launching a fishing kayak through surf is a timing problem, not a strength problem. Pick a stable hull, stow gear low, and go straight in during a lull between wave sets.
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Open Water Swimming Safety: Sighting, Breathing, and Swimming Without a Lifeline
No lanes, no walls, no lifeguard: open water swimming runs on your own judgment. These sighting, breathing, and entry habits build the margin every swim needs.