57 Unusual Beach Activities Around the World

57 Beach Activities Unusual Around the world There's nothing like the holy trinity of sun, sea and sand to unleash the holiday spirit, but if the thought of another session of sunbathing seems a little passé, read on... Weird & Wonderful Stroll along the glowing sand of Mosquito Bay, Puerto Rico Due to an excess of vitamin B12 released by mangrove trees, this sparkling bay is one of a few places on earth where you can experience the magic of bioluminescent sand. Glowing shores Touch icebergs at Jokulsarlon Lagoon, Iceland Why not experience a rather more chilly day by the sea, and pay a visit to Jokulsarlon Lagoon on the south coast of Iceland? lcy оcean Adventure Visit a Dragon's Lair in Koekhoe Beach, New Zealand Explore a mythical landscape of green dunes, straight out of any fairy tale. This magical beach is dotted with giant stones, smoothed by the tide over time to resemble giant dragon eggs! Egg-sploring Explore a world of islands in Halong Bay, Vietnam This breathtaking natural wonder consists of over 2000 emerald islands rising serenely out of the azure sea. Hire a boat and sail your way through a landscape that has remained unchanged for Scenic saling centuries. Wildlife Spotting Encounter a beach kangaro0 in Emerald Beach, Australia These wild 'roos love nothing more than jumping around the lush, green hills that frame the beautiful Emerald Beach. If you keep your eyes open, you may well be intro- duced to Australia's most famous marsupial! Beach hopping Chill with the cows in Anjuna Beach, India This Goa shoreline is home to a collection of beach-savvy cows, who roam freely amongst the sunbathing tourists, and Moo-ve over! may even join in with some! Health Fix Dine atop a rock on Michanwi Pingwe Beach, Zanzibar Rock Restaurant provides a truly scenic dining experience, as you enjoy a tasty local meal in a charming, thatched-roof restaurant, perched on top of a naturally flattened rock top. Rockin' out Experience Paddle-Board Yoga in Maui, Hawaii Reach a new level of zen as you float over the waves and explore your balancing abilities through Maui's paddle-board Downward doggie paddle yoga classes. Go Sports! Zipline along the coastline of Labadee, Haiti Bring along your adventurous spirit (and maybe a spare pair of trunks) to soar through the mountainous landscape of Labadee Port, and experience the incredible ocean views at super-speed! Zip to the beach Paraglide over the coast of Iquique, Chile Paragliding is a popular way to take in the majesty of the ocean, but few coastal vistas look as good from the air as the curving Soaring over the sea sweep of Iquique in Chile! Partying Party around a beach bonfire in Andalucia, Spain Andalucia's beautiful San Juan Festival usually coincides with the summer solstice, and is a true celebration of life with towering bonfires lit along the coast. Shore-fire fun Boogie in the ocean in Tisno, Croatia Croatia's incredible Garden Festival is held annually at the beginning of July, and, despite its name, takes place half submerged in the Adriatic along Tisno's beautiful Splash dance coast. History Hunting Discover ancient Mayan ruins in Tulum, Mexico Not only is Tulum Beach one of Mexico's most temptingly luxurious, it is also populated by a scattering of Mayan temples, some dating back to 1200AD. Ancient history Step back in time on Isla de Tabarca, Spain Costa Blanca's sweeping coastline plays host to this beautiful island, upon which it seems time stands still. Many of the buildings on the island have remained unchanged for at least three Time travel centuries. Just For Fun! Take a selfie with a plane on Maho Beach, Anguilla Not one for the fainthearted, this beach is directly M. A RERAN adjacent to the Princess Juliana airport, meaning low-flying planes are a common sight - snap the ultimate selfie as one comes into land. Airport-trait Float away with a good book in the Dead Sea The world-renowned Dead Sea, accesible from either Israel or Jordan, is the perfect place to chill out with a summer read - get lost in your favourite novel whilst floating along Dead good read on the tide! To see the full list of 57 visit travelrepublic.couk/blog TravelRepublic Photo Credits Flickr: Beached cows, bengarrison, Zipline New Brunswick Tourism Bonfire, Lemon tree images shutterstock, Aeroplanes Sean Pavone Shutterstock Sources travelrepublic.co.uk, irsttoknow.com, dailymail.co.uk, lonelyplanet.co.uk, leaveyourdailyhell.com, africas-eden.com, weather.com, cccturtle.org, therockrestaurantzanzibar.com, www.travelandleisure.com