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Tulum Opens 11 New Beach Access Points for All Visitors
Mexico is making Tulum's stunning beaches accessible to everyone, not just resort guests. The Tourism Ministry just added seven new public access points and plans to open four more next week.
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Mexico Guarantees Free Beach Access After Punta de Mita Protest
After weeks of protests, Mexico's Interior Ministry confirmed that Las Cocinas beach will remain open to everyone, honoring a constitutional right to public beach access. The win shows how community voices can protect natural spaces from privatization.
Montenegro Resort Reopens With Free Beach Access for Locals
A luxury resort in Montenegro is reopening after a five-year closure, with a new agreement giving residents free access to two of three nearby beaches. The deal also secures state profit-sharing and protects parkland from future development.
Europe's Tourism Gets Greener With Beach Access & Donkey Cheese
From wheelchair-friendly beaches in Greece to climate passports in Germany, innovators across Europe are proving tourism can help people and the planet. An EU exhibition is showcasing projects that make travel more accessible, sustainable, and fun.
Palm Beach Volunteers Remove 78 Pounds of Beach Trash
Volunteers across Palm Beach County spent their Saturday morning cleaning beaches and waterways, pulling 78 pounds of litter from one coastal stretch alone. The effort was part of a nationwide movement to restore natural spaces and protect local wildlife.
Palm Beach Volunteers Clear Beaches in National Cleanup
Volunteers in Palm Beach joined forces to remove trash from their coastline during the Greatest American Cleanup, sifting through seaweed and sand to protect local wildlife. From plastic piggy banks to discarded barrels, community members spent their day making sure pelicans and beachgoers alike have a cleaner shore.
Golf Club Gives $1,000 to Put Kids in Beach Wheelchairs
A retiring golf club secretary donated his farewell collection to buy beach wheelchairs for children with mobility needs. His former club matched the gift, bringing the total to $1,000 for a new adapted wheelchair in North Berwick, Scotland.
Palm Beach Volunteers Clear 78 Pounds of Beach Trash
Volunteers of all ages teamed up on a weekend morning to remove 78 pounds of litter from Palm Beach's coastline. The community cleanup celebrated the Great American Cleanup and brought neighbors together for their local environment.
Palm Beach's Turtle Tuesday Hits 20 Years of Beach Cleanups
What started as a small team-building activity in 2006 has become a two-decade movement protecting sea turtles along Palm Beach's shores. Volunteers have removed over 14,000 pounds of debris while safeguarding critical nesting habitats.
Jamaicans Win Court Battle to Reclaim Public Beaches
After years of being locked out of their ancestral beaches by luxury hotels, Jamaican communities are taking their fight to court and winning back access to cherished coastal spaces. Five landmark cases set to go to trial could transform how the island balances tourism with local rights.
Spain Wins Record 794 Blue Flags for Cleanest Beaches
Spain just earned 794 Blue Flags for its beaches, marinas and boats, the highest number ever awarded to any country. The eco-certification means cleaner water, safer swimming, and better accessibility for millions of beachgoers.
Three Costa Rica Beaches Make 2026 Corona Top 100 List
Costa Rica just scored three spots on Corona's prestigious 2026 Beach 100 list, showcasing the country's stunning coastal diversity from Caribbean surf to Pacific whale watching. The recognition puts a global spotlight on beaches that capture why this tiny nation remains a tourism powerhouse.
Rockaway Beach Cleanup Brings Community Together June 6
Hundreds of volunteers will gather at Rockaway Beach this Saturday to kick off World Ocean Day with a massive coastal cleanup. The event unites Beach.com and a local nonprofit dedicated to empowering youth through ocean stewardship.
60 Volunteers Remove 120 Pounds of Trash From Daytona Beach
Dozens of volunteers turned out for Daytona Beach's Ocean Day cleanup on Saturday, hauling away at least 120 pounds of debris from the coastline. A second cleanup event is already scheduled for Sunday at nearby New Smyrna Beach.
Wilson Beach Volleyball Wins 4th Straight League Title
The Wilson Bruins beach volleyball team secured their fourth consecutive Moore League championship with a decisive 4-1 victory over Long Beach Poly. The win showcases a young program that's built a winning culture while staying humble about their success.
Panama City Beach Cleanup Seeks Volunteers April 25
Panama City Beach is hosting a free beach cleanup on April 25 to protect sea turtles and wildlife from harmful debris. Last year's event drew 25+ volunteers who cleared trash from half a mile of shoreline.
Portugal Invests €111M to Restore Storm-Battered Beaches
Winter storms eroded Portuguese beaches by up to 20 meters, but the country is fighting back with a massive coastal restoration plan. A €111 million investment will rebuild dunes, nourish beaches, and protect communities from future damage.
Supreme Court Preserves Abortion Pill Access Nationwide
The Supreme Court ruled Thursday to keep mifepristone, used in most medication abortions, available by mail and telehealth while legal challenges continue. The decision ensures women can access the FDA-approved drug without in-person doctor visits through at least 2027.
Young Volunteers Clean Pompano Beach in Youth Service Day
Students spent their Saturday picking up trash along Pompano Beach in a cleanup event designed to teach kids environmental responsibility and community pride. Two youth organizations teamed up to show children how protecting nature can become a lifelong passion.
40 Years Strong: Texas Beach Cleanup Seeks Volunteers
Texas is calling on volunteers for its 40th annual coastwide beach cleanup on April 18, with 21 locations ready to welcome people who want to protect coastal wildlife and preserve beaches for future generations.
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