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The Sailing Club, Booti Booti National Park, Wallis Lake, Forster, NSW
Copyright - All Rights Reserved - Black Diamond ImagesThe Sailing Club is a white sandy beach on the eastern side of Wallis Lake just a few kilometres south of Forster, NSW. The area is part of Booti Booti National Park and is particularly popular with families and sailboarding enthusiasts. In summer the sandy beach is prominent as nor easterly winds blow Zostera seagrass deposition along the beach front to the western side of the lake leaving the beach as a clean white sandy beach. The water here off the beach is quite well protected in summer from onshore winds by the concentration of large numbers of Livistona australis Cabbage Palms along with Melaleuca quinquenervia (Broad-leaved Paperbark) which grow along the foreshore. Families use this place in summer as a safe swimming area for young children. The water remains clear and quite shallow being from 60cm to a metre deep extending in some places out as far as 300 metres before deeper water is encountered. The white sandy lake bottom and white sandy beach as well as the shallow water make this place one of Australia's most idyllic coastal places.

Bay of Fire 2
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Choppy Waters
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Les Amiets, Cléder
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Poetto, Cagliari, Italy

Towering Over
Pedra da Gávea towering over the buildings and beach of Barra da Tijuca.

Another Beach Shot
I really wish we had made it down to Pontal/Praia do Recreio.

People Enjoying the Saturday Sun
Noticeably busier than on Friday afternoon. We headed down the beach right after having breakfast the hotel.

Waves From the Atlantic
Looking westward down the beach toward Pontal.

Water Coming Towards Me
Not the most exciting photo but I did end up spending a lot more time in the water than I had anticipated.

Praia da Alvorada
Looking east towards the hotel.

The Lost Beach
Yesterday in Sydney. Thursday, 18th January, 2025.So yesterday it reached an oppressive 41.5 degrees celsius in Sydney. Despite the heat, I had to travel over to Monterey, in southern Sydney, for work.But on my return journey to the Hills District I called into Sydney's 'Plane Spotting Beach', aka Lady Robinson's Beach, which is located just off General Holmes Drive (and close to the M5). It is a beach on Botany Bay, just near where the Cooks River enters the bay at Kyeemagh.The beach provides a view of Sydney Airport's runway 16R/34L.All sorts of planes and people can be discovered here at what I call Sydney's 'Lost Beach'.Note: I have removed, via Adobe Lightroom's AI removal tool, the bikini clad women who were on the sand further up the beach towards the plane. Because I knew that they would be a distraction. However, I need, I can see now, to 'smooth' the sand over some more to hide the traces of the AI removal tool.My Canon EOS 5D Mk IV with the Canon EF 75-300mm f/4-5.6 lens.Processed in Adobe Lightroom.

DFC_1298: Two brightly colored powerboats — one neon green numbered 73 and one pink numbered 74 — sit on trailers beneath palm trees and a red canopy at a waterfront event.
This photo shows two racing speedboats or hydroplanes displayed on trailers at what appears to be a boat show or racing event. The boats are very colorful - one is bright pink (or coral) with the number 74 on its side, and the other is a vibrant lime green with the number 75. They have the sleek, aerodynamic shape characteristic of high-speed racing vessels. The setting appears to be tropical, with palm trees visible in the background. There's a red canopy tent set up nearby, likely as a shelter or team area. The scene looks to be near a beach or waterfront, and there are a few people in the background, presumably spectators or event attendees. This is likely a powerboat racing competition or exhibition, possibly Formula 1 powerboat racing or a similar high-speed water sport event.

DSC_6350: Sunset strollers and beachgoers enjoy a peaceful evening along the city shoreline, with high-rises framing the distant skyline.
This photo depicts a lively beach scene with a group of people standing and walking along the shoreline. The beach is located near a city, as evidenced by the presence of a few buildings in the background. The people are enjoying their time by the water, with some of them carrying backpacks and handbags. There are several boats visible in the water, scattered across the scene. Some of the boats are closer to the shore, while others are further out in the water. The atmosphere is one of relaxation and leisure, as people take in the beautiful beach setting and the city skyline in the distance.

DFC_2224: Fishing boats bob in a calm, overcast harbor as a litter-strewn shoreline and palm fronds frame the scene.
The photo shows a coastal harbor or bay with numerous small fishing boats floating on dark water. The boats are mainly simple wooden vessels in different colors, including some bright blue and red ones. In the foreground, there appears to be a shoreline with some debris and waste materials scattered on it, suggesting environmental concerns in this area. To the right side of the photo is what looks like a concrete walkway or pier, and there are palm fronds visible at the top right, indicating the tropical nature of this location. The sky above is overcast with gray clouds, giving the scene a somber mood. In the distance, you can see a flag flying, likely marking the harbor or a government facility. This appears to be a working harbor in a developing coastal community, possibly in Southeast Asia or the Caribbean, where small-scale fishing is an important livelihood.

DZ6_1318: Seaside view from a colorful beachfront balcony overlooking rooftops, palm trees, a swimming pool, and the calm blue ocean stretching to the horizon.
This photo shows a beautiful coastal view from what appears to be a hotel or resort balcony. In the foreground, you can see colorful buildings with the nearest one being bright red. Below, there's a small swimming pool with some lounge chairs arranged beside it. The view extends along a beachfront area with several buildings featuring brown tiled roofs and some palm trees dotting the shoreline. The beach appears to be relatively calm with shallow water. The ocean stretches out to the horizon, showing a greenish-blue color typical of some tropical coastlines. The sky above is mostly clear with some light clouds, creating a peaceful, vacation-like atmosphere. In the distance, you can see what might be some small boats or watercraft on the water. This looks like a tropical resort destination, possibly in Southeast Asia based on the architectural style and water color.

DFC_3850: A crowd gathers along the shore as fireworks burst and reflect across the water, lighting up the night sky and sending plumes of smoke into the air.
This photo shows a spectacular nighttime fireworks display over a body of water. Multiple colorful fireworks are exploding in the sky, creating bright white and golden streams of light against a dark background. Smoke from the fireworks is billowing into the night sky, illuminated by the explosions. In the foreground, there's a shoreline with what appears to be a crowd of spectators watching the show. You can see the silhouettes of many people gathered along what seems to be a beach or waterfront. The water's surface reflects the lights from the fireworks, creating a shimmering effect. In the distance, there are lights from what might be a city or town along the shoreline. There's also what looks like a small boat visible on the water. The entire scene captures the festive and awe-inspiring nature of a fireworks celebration, possibly during a holiday or special event.

Rio da Barra em Trancoso
Trancoso - Bahia - Brasil

Elba: Strand des Hotels Fabricia
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Ice Fishing on Lake George in upstate N.Y.
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Morning Snow
Neshotah Beach, Two Rivers, Wisconsin

Beach Labrador Retriever - Taken from the Nags Head Fishing Pier - Nags Head, North Carolina
"Dogs are not our whole life, but they make our lives whole." -- Roger Caras (American naturalist, animal welfare activist, wildlife photographer and writer; most known as the host of the annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show)-- Technical Information (or Nerdy Stuff) -- ‧ Camera – Nikon D7200 (handheld) ‧ Lens – Nikkor 18-300mm Zoom ‧ ISO – 100 ‧ Aperture – f/5.6 ‧ Exposure – 1/250 second ‧ Focal Length – 300mmThe original RAW file was processed with Adobe Camera Raw and final adjustments were made with Photoshop CS6."For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11The best way to view my photostream is through Flickriver with the following link: www.flickriver.com/photos/photojourney57/

Vista From Paignton Beach.
Vista From Paignton Beach Looking Towards Torquay.

Surfer Dots and Ocean Thoughts
Most of the beaches I haunt are usually home to just surfers, fishermen, and the odd photographer wandering about. Not that I’m that odd 😉Funny thing is I realised I’ve never actually posted one of the surfers before, so here goes. That makes three photos with people in them out of my last five posts… I must be going through some kind of late-life photography crisis.This one was taken from the top of Tomaree Head Summit, looking down over the surf below, a perfect spot to watch the early risers doing their thing.Hope your week has started well. Thanks for any comments — they’re always greatly appreciated!Waterscape 85/100 for 2025

The Sailing Club, Booti Booti National Park, Wallis Lake, Forster, NSW
Copyright - All Rights Reserved - Black Diamond ImagesThe Sailing Club is a white sandy beach on the eastern side of Wallis Lake just a few kilometres south of Forster, NSW. The area is part of Booti Booti National Park and is particularly popular with families and sailboarding enthusiasts. In summer the sandy beach is prominent as nor easterly winds blow Zostera seagrass deposition along the beach front to the western side of the lake leaving the beach as a clean white sandy beach. The water here off the beach is quite well protected in summer from onshore winds by the concentration of large numbers of Livistona australis Cabbage Palms along with Melaleuca quinquenervia (Broad-leaved Paperbark) which grow along the foreshore. Families use this place in summer as a safe swimming area for young children. The water remains clear and quite shallow being from 60cm to a metre deep extending in some places out as far as 300 metres before deeper water is encountered. The white sandy lake bottom and white sandy beach as well as the shallow water make this place one of Australia's most idyllic coastal places.

Crowdy Head Beach and Surf Club, Mid North Coast, NSW
Copyright - All Rights Reserved - Black Diamond ImagesAs of mid December 2025 the parking area at Crowdy Head Beach has been transformed from the former rough gravel and potholey surface to a a modern bitumen sealed car park that will improve safety and accessibility for beachgoers in time for the summer holidays.Work began at the site on Monday 13 October and was completed by mid December 2025. There are now 109 defined parking spots, including three accessible spaces. It looks like motorhomes will need to park out on the road edge but will need to take 2 paring spaces to do.One-way traffic flow, pedestrian crossings and connecting footpaths are also be incorporated into the design to improve safety and ease-of-use for both motorists and pedestrians.The amenity of the area has also been upgraded through landscaping and the installation of water sensitive stormwater drainage. The planting of Norfolk Island Pines in my view is forward thinking though some may argue that the short lived Banksia integrifolia and Tuckeroos which once inhabited the site may have been a better option. I recall the shock a few years ago when I visited to find the few remaining Banksia integrifolia trees had been removed, presumably by council. The site was left with not a tree on it. Its a shame that the councils landscape plan does not also include Pandanus along the foreshore and perhaps some colourful shade trees like Poincianas for example, but thats just my preference. The site is badly lacking in shade trees but at my visit on 14th December it looked like the some of the landscaping works may yet need to be completed.The project was made possible thanks to funding from Round 4 of the Australian Government's Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.

Three trees and three girls
After recently posting the photo of Police Beach on the north shore of Bermuda this summer, when it was no longer possible to get onto it, I looked back to shots from the previous summer visit there and was reminded of the nice afternoon when I went there after work and met 3 friendly visitors from Argentina who were enjoying the beach. They saw I was taking photos as they arrived and asked I could take some of them together in the sea. I posted one, a closer view, last year but I also like this one showing the wider scene of the beautiful beach. They were very pleased with the photos and said they were happy for me to post them here.Tech. note: I had been photographing the shoreline with my DSLR before we started talking and just as I was about to take their photo, first a heavy cloud went across the sun, and when the sun came out again the battery failed! – so I had to take this with my phone. But by this time they had returned to chatting naturally, which I think made them more natural photos. Click on photo twice to see at full size...

Kitesurfers
Watching some kitesurfers having a go in the heavy winds on this Friday afternoon.

Down the Beach to the East
With Praia da Alvorada spreading far to the east and apartment buildings along Avenida Lúcio Costa. I'm pretty sure the mountain is Pedra da Gávea.

Pontal in the Distance
For safety reasons, I pretty much left my actual camera in the hotel room and for shots like this, I really regret not having my actual camera on me. It's hard to see with an iPhone photo but off in the distance is the famous Pontal, which I mainly knew about from the Tim Maia song, "Do Leme ao Pontal".

Alto Risco
High risk reg flags flying horizontally in the heavy winds that greeted us on our first day on the beach in Rio de Janeiro. The waves were stronger than I was expecting and the water was colder too.

Ocean again - Sri Lanka again
We are back in Sri Lanka, where the sea is the centre of our lives. That's why I'll be exhibiting more seascapes for the foreseeable future, mostly taken using ICM technique.

Ocean View
Looking south at the Atlantic Ocean (words I have never uttered before) from the balcony of our hotel room at the Grand Hyatt Rio de Janeiro.

DSC_6674: Twilight market by the beach — colorful stalls, tropical plants, and warm lights invite evening visitors to explore and relax.
This photo features a lively outdoor market with a variety of colorful flowers and plants. There are several potted plants placed throughout the scene, some of which are placed in the foreground and others in the background. A large umbrella can be seen in the middle of the market, providing shade for the vendors and customers. In addition to the plants, there are multiple chairs scattered around the market, possibly for customers to sit and enjoy the atmosphere. A few people can be seen in the market, likely browsing the offerings or engaging in conversation. The market appears to be a vibrant and inviting place, with a focus on fresh flowers and plants, creating a pleasant environment for visitors.

DSC_8242: A peaceful seaside promenade with rocky breakwater, calm blue water, palm-lined beach and modern buildings under a clear sky.
This photo features a beautiful beach scene with a large body of water, possibly a lake or a bay, surrounded by a rocky shoreline. The beach is bustling with activity, as numerous people are enjoying their time near the water. Some of them are walking, while others are standing or sitting on the rocks. In the background, there is a row of buildings, likely hotels or beachfront properties, providing a picturesque view for the visitors. The beach is also home to several cars parked nearby, indicating that people have come to this location for a day of relaxation and leisure.

DFC_0173: A sunny promenade lined with tall palm trees and a few pedestrians strolling toward the distant city skyline.
This photo shows a palm tree-lined street in what appears to be a tropical or subtropical coastal city. Tall palm trees create a classic boulevard effect on both sides of the walkway. In the background, high-rise buildings and hotels can be seen against a slightly cloudy blue sky. The scene has the characteristic look of a beach town or resort area, with some people walking along the promenade. There are some waste containers and street furniture visible. The overall atmosphere suggests this is likely a popular tourist destination, possibly in Florida, California, or another coastal vacation spot. The wide walkway appears to be a pedestrian area that likely runs parallel to a beach just out of frame.

DSC_7780: A colorful street food cart glows at dusk as vendors and a few evening strollers enjoy a seaside sunset.
This photo captures a lively beach scene with a man standing in front of a food truck, which is selling Thai food. The food truck is parked on the sand, and there are several people around it, either waiting to order or enjoying their meals. In addition to the food truck, there are two motorcycles parked nearby, one closer to the center of the scene and the other towards the right side. A few people can be seen standing or walking around the area, with some closer to the food truck and others further away. The overall atmosphere of the scene is vibrant and social, with people enjoying their time at the beach and the food truck providing a convenient dining option.

Seaside snap – M at Antibes '98
The fortified town of Antibes on the French Riviera between Nice and Cannes overlooks its nice sheltered beach which is one of our favourite spots in this area – see another shot from that day, sunbathing in her back, which I found more recently...).It is very civilised with showers on the beach and when you have had enough sun you can explore the old town where there are some great restaurants and a covered market.See also a photo M took of me on the same beach a few years earlier...PS Oct. 2021: a new higher resolution version.View 8 previous comments...

Playa de los Pozos
Puerto del Rosario

Plage Veillat - Saint-Raphaël
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Aux marches de la Surf Beach de Manly à Sydney, en Australie!
Une vue à partir de la promenade Marine Parade à l'extrémité nord de la rue The Corso donnant sur la plage Surf Beach à Manly, Sydney, en Australie.La jolie rue The Corso, bordée de magasins et de restaurants aux façades colorées, relie le port à la plage Surf Beach. Elle est agrémentée de palmiers et de fontaines.Manly est un célèbre quartier en bordure de mer au nord-est de Sydney. Sa superbe plage est un lieu idyllique pour découvrir le summum de "l'art de vivre" à Sydney, tout comme la Bondi Beach. La distinction clé entre ces deux plages est que Manly offre une ambiance plus décontractée et familiale, idéale pour la baignade et les débutants en surf avec des eaux plus calmes, accessible par un trajet en ferry scénique, tandis que Bondi est plus énergique, avec des vagues plus fortes pour surfeurs expérimentés, et plus proche du centre-ville.En arrière-plan, on distingue justement la promenade Marine Parade qui longe le littoral entre Surf Beach et Shelly Beach. La promenade est dominée par de riches demeures perchées sur les falaises et le littoral fait partie de la Cabbage Tree Aquatic Reserve.Sydney, la capitale de la Nouvelle-Galles du Sud (la capitale du pays est Cambera), la plus grande, la plus ancienne et la plus célèbre des villes d'Australie est une ville exubérante et pleine de vie. Bien que le rythme y soit plus rapide que dans les autres métropoles d'Australie, Sydney apparaît aux yeux des étrangers comme un lieu décontracté où la population jouit d'une qualité de vie sans pareille. La ville s'est développée autour de l'estuaire de la rivière Parramatta qui offrait un port abrité naturel.Aujourd'hui ce port naturel forme le Sydney Harbour National Park qui englobe 393 Ha, 5 îles, des peintures rupestres, des ports historiques, d'antiques batteries de canons, des plages isolées et des promontoires offrants de superbes points de vue.

L’art de vivre sydnéen, en Australie! /The Sydney way of life, in Australia!
Cette plage du nom de Surf Beach se situe à Manly, à Sydney, en Australie.Manly est un célèbre quartier en bordure de mer au nord-est de Sydney. Sa superbe plage est un lieu idyllique pour découvrir le summum de "l'art de vivre" à Sydney, tout comme la Bondi Beach. La distinction clé entre ces deux plages est que Manly offre une ambiance plus décontractée et familiale, idéale pour la baignade et les débutants en surf avec des eaux plus calmes, accessible par un trajet en ferry scénique, tandis que Bondi est plus énergique, avec des vagues plus fortes pour surfeurs expérimentés, et plus proche du centre-ville.En arrière-plan, on distingue la promenade Marine Parade qui longe le littoral entre Surf Beach et Shelly Beach. Celle-ci est dominé par de riches demeures perchées sur les falaises. Le littoral protégé fait partie de la Cabbage Tree Aquatic Reserve.Tout près de Manly Beach on trouve aussi la rue The Corso, une charmante rue qui est bordée de magasins et de restaurants aux façades colorées et agrémentée de palmiers et de fontaines.Sydney, la capitale de la Nouvelle-Galles du Sud (la capitale du pays est Cambera), la plus grande, la plus ancienne et la plus célèbre des villes d'Australie est une ville exubérante et pleine de vie. Bien que le rythme y soit plus rapide que dans les autres métropoles d'Australie, Sydney apparaît aux yeux des étrangers comme un lieu décontracté où la population jouit d'une qualité de vie sans pareille. La ville s'est développée autour de l'estuaire de la rivière Parramatta qui offrait un port abrité naturel.Aujourd'hui ce port naturel forme le Sydney Harbour National Park qui englobe 393 Ha, 5 îles, des peintures rupestres, des ports historiques, d'antiques batteries de canons, des plages isolées et des promontoires offrants de superbes points de vue.

am Strand > < The path along the beach
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Coastal Colours, Findhorn Beach
Findhorn, Moray, Scotland

Italy / Tuscany - Monte Argentario
Italien / Toskana - Monte ArgentarioRiserva naturale Duna FenigliaMonte Argentario is a comune (municipality) and a peninsula belonging to the Province of Grosseto in the Italian region Tuscany, located about 150 kilometres (93 mi) south of Florence and about 35 kilometres (22 mi) south of Grosseto. The peninsula is connected with the mainland by three spits of land which form two lagoons, the Laguna di Ponente on the west side and the Laguna di Levante on the east side of the middle dam. The two main villages on Monte Argentario are Porto Santo Stefano, chief town, facing north, and Porto Ercole facing south.The panoramic road Strada panoramica starts in Porto Santo Stefano allowing splendid views of the coast and the Tuscan Archipelago.Monte Argentario borders the comune of Orbetello, which is located on the middle dam between the two lagoons.GeographyMonte Argentario is a promontory stretching towards the Tyrrhenian Sea in correspondence of the two southernmost islands of the Tuscan Archipelago, Giglio and Giannutri. The promontory was an island in the past, but the sea currents and the Albegna river joined it with the mainland through two so-called tomboli (stretches of land), the Tombolo of Giannella and the Tombolo of the Feniglia.The highest peak of Monte Argentario is the Punta Telegrafo at 635 metres (2,083 ft) above sea level. The landscape and the coast are mainly rocky, with numerous harbors, usually with rock beaches. The municipal seat is in the northern settlement, Porto Santo Stefano. The other main settlement in the township is Porto Ercole.Argentarola cave lies close to Argentario promontory. The high quality speleothems that have been collected from this cave have allowed scientists to study the 215,000 year history of sea-level oscillations in this region.HistoryThe promontory, probably already inhabited by the Etruscans, was a personal property of the Domitii Ahenobarbi family, who obtained it in return for the money they lent to the Roman Republic in the Punic Wars. The current name probably finds its origin here, since Argentarii was the name of money lenders in ancient Rome.Later an imperial possession, it was ceded to the church by Constantine the Great in the 4th century AD. In the Middle Ages, due to the reduced traffic passing on the nearby Via Aurelia, the area was sparsely settled. In the heart of the Middle Ages, the promontory became a possession of the Monastery of San Paolo in Rome. It represented in the so-called Carolingian Gate at the Monastery of St. Anastius outside Rome. Following the history of Orbetello, the promontory was a possession of the Aldobrandeschi, the Orsini, King Ladislaus of Naples and Siena, until Spain acquired it in the late 16th century. The Spaniards heavily fortified the two ports, as the main stronghold of the State of Presidi. In 1815, after Napoleon's defeat, the Argentario was handed over to the Grand Duchy of Tuscany, to which it belonged until 1860, when it became part of the newly united Kingdom of Italy.The painter Michelangelo Merisi, known as Caravaggio, died of a fever at Porto Ercole in 1610.During World War II, the settlements of Argentario were heavily bombed, with numerous losses. The port of Santo Stefano was destroyed, and was rebuilt only in the 1950s. The railway that connected Orbetello to the mainland was never rebuilt.Main sightsMonastery of the Presentation and Punta Telegrafo. Rocca Spagnola (Spanish Fortress), in Porto Santo Stefano. Forte Filippo and Forte Stella, in Porto Ercole. The church of St. Erasmus, in the historical centre of Porto Ercole, not far from the Porta Pisana. The Via panoramica (Panoramic Road), running alongside the coast. Argentario Aquarium(Wikipedia)A protected area that separates the open sea from Lake Orbetello: the Duna di Feniglia Nature Reserve is ideal for a day of immersion in nature, with family, alone or as a couple! It is free of charge and open all year round.Whether on foot or by bike (rental is available) you can take long walks in the shade of the pine trees, and meet local inhabitants, starting with the fellow deer. If you then walk silently into the pine forest you can also see wild boars and foxes and, looking up at the treetops, also the nests of gray herons.Every kilometer there is a path leading to the sea with its sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters, where you can spend the day. Lovers of outdoor sports, in addition to being able to walk 6km of pine forest on an unpaved road, will also have a path of wooden gymnastic equipment available.On the side overlooking the lagoon there are paths equipped with huts to observe animals. There is also the “nature” trail, organized by the WWF, also suitable for people with a visual impairment: these are fifteen stages, equipped with handrails and descriptions in Braille, where are explained the characteristics of the flora and fauna living in the Dunes. It is a unique experience, because it gives everyone the opportunity to immerse themselves and discover nature with all their senses, perceiving what surrounds us with smell and hearing.In the past the Feniglia Dune belonged to private owners who intensively exploited its territory leading to deforestation, resulting in health problems due to the formation of swampy areas that favored the proliferation of the malaria-carrying mosquito. In 1910 the Dune was expropriated and entrusted to the management of the State Forestry Corps which encouraged the rebirth of vegetation by reforesting about 450 hectares.Today the Feniglia Dune is a Forest Reserve: visiting and enjoying this place therefore requires the utmost respect for nature and the environment.(destinationcapalbio.com)Monte Argentario ist eine italienische Gemeinde mit 12.040 Einwohnern (Stand 31. Dezember 2022) in der Provinz Grosseto am Südrand der Toskana. Sie umfasst die namensgebende Halbinsel Monte Argentario an der Küste des Tyrrhenischen Meeres.GeografieDer Monte Argentario ist ein annähernd kreisrundes felsiges Vorgebirge, dessen höchste Erhebung (der Monte Telegrafo) 635 m aufweist. Er war in der Antike eine vom offenen Meer umgebene Insel, an der sich später durch den von dem Fluss Albegna mitgebrachten Schlamm, Sand und Schutt drei Landzungen zum Festland bildeten, die heute das Wasser in der so genannten Lagune von Orbetello umschließen.Der Zugang zum Monte Argentario vom Festland erfolgt entweder, von Albinia kommend, über die nördliche Nehrung (Tombolo di Giannella) oder über die mittlere, als Damm artifiziell verstärkte Landzunge von Orbetello. Die südliche Nehrung Tombolo di Feniglia ist für PKW gesperrt, Teile davon haben den Status einer 'Riserva naturale' mit entsprechenden Zugangsbeschränkungen.Zwischen den zerklüfteten Felsen des Felsgebirges wachsen Pinien und die charakteristische Macchie-Vegetation. Kleine sandige Strände erstrecken sich schwer zugänglich tief unterhalb der Steilküsten. Weite Teile der Landschaft außerhalb der beiden Küstenorte auf der „Insel“ sind naturbelassen.GemeindegliederungPorto Santo Stefano, capoluogo (Hauptort) Porto Ercole, frazione (Ortsteil) Beide Hafenorte zeichnen sich durch umfangreiche Befestigungen aus spanischer Zeit aus.Weitere Ortsteile (frazioni) sind Cala Moresca, Cala Piccola, Carrubo, Pozzarello, Santa Liberata, Sbarcatello und Terrarossa.Die einzige Nachbargemeinde ist Orbetello auf dem mittleren Damm, der als Zufahrtsstraße dient.GeschichteOb das Vorgebirge bereits von den Etruskern besiedelt war, kann nicht einwandfrei verifiziert werden. Jedenfalls wurden zum Bau des Hafendamms von Orbetello etruskische Polygonalquader verwendet. Strabon gibt Zeugnis von einem Hafen Portus Cosanus; möglicherweise besteht eine Verbindung zu Cosa, einem 273 v. Chr. südlich der Lagune bei dem heutigen Ansedonia von den Römern gegründeten Hafen mit etruskischer Vorbesiedlung. Eindeutig dokumentiert ist der spätere Besitz durch die römische Familie der Domitii Ahenobarbi, die das Gebiet als Entschädigung für Darlehen an die römische Republik während des Zweiten Punischen Krieges erhielt. Bei dieser Familie handelte es sich um Argentarii (Silber/Geld Besitzende = Darlehensgeber); von dieser Berufsbezeichnung rührt nach herrschender Meinung der Name des Gebirgszuges.Verschiedene römische Kaiser hatten das Territorium in Besitz, ehe Konstantin es im 4. Jahrhundert der Kirche schenkte. Im Mittelalter verlor das Gebiet an Bedeutung, mutmaßlich bedingt durch die verfallende Infrastruktur in der zunehmend versumpfenden Maremma des Umlands.Grundsätzlich teilte die Insel die Geschichte von Orbetello: Nach wechselndem Besitz durch die Feudalherren der Aldobrandeschi, der Orsini und durch Ladislaus von Neapel fiel es schließlich an Siena. Als Cosimo I. de’ Medici Siena 1555 eroberte, das die spanischen Habsburger zu jenem Zeitpunkt schon drei Jahre besetzt hielten, gehörte der Monte Argentario zu den wenigen Gebieten, die Florenz nicht für das neu zu etablierende Großherzogtum Toskana behalten durfte. Im Vertrag vom 3. Juli 1557 mit Philipp II. verlangte der König es zusammen mit Piombino, Talamone und Teilen von Elba für sich zurück.Der Stato dei Presidi (spanisch bis 1708, österreichisch bis 1737, danach bourbonisch) bestand bis 1801, danach eroberte ihn Napoleon Bonaparte. Im Wiener Kongress 1815 fiel er an das Großherzogtum Toskana, das 1860 im Nationalstaat Italien aufging.1824 wurde eine Straße von Orbetello über die Lagune zum Monte Argentario gebaut.Der Ausbau des Monte Argentario zu einem Ferienzentrum setzte nach dem Zweiten Weltkrieg ein. Hotels, Appartements und Gaststätten werden sowohl in den beiden Küstenorten Porto Santo Stefano und Porto Ercole als auch an schwerer zugänglichen Felskaps an der Panoramastraße rund um den Gebirgsstock angeboten. Im Binnenland wird auch Agrotourismus betrieben. Obwohl die Region im Sommer gut besucht ist, gibt es keinen Massentourismus. Einerseits haben Umweltschützer eine großflächige Bauspekulation verhindert und andererseits sind weite Teile der zerklüfteten Küste als weiträumig eingezäunte und geschützte Residenzen vermögender Privatiers und internationaler Prominenz eigengenutzt.PanoramastraßenFährt man den Monte Argentario von Norden (Orbetello) über den Lagunendamm an, lässt sich die Panoramastraße (Strada Panoramica) sowohl nach Südwesten über Porto Santo Stefano hinaus als auch nach Südosten über Porto Ercole hinaus ein Stück befahren. Eine Umrundung des gesamten Gebirgsmassivs ist mit einem normalen PKW nicht zu empfehlen, da beide Enden der asphaltierten Straße nur von einer schmalen Schlagloch-Piste verbunden werden.Die Panoramastraße verläuft durch die Steineichen-, Baumheide-, Ginster- und Zistrosen-Macchia hoch über den Buchten und kleinen Stränden mit bizarren Felsformationen, Kaps und kleinen Felseninseln, Wachttürmen auf den Spitzen im Binnenland und weiten Ausblicken auf die Nachbarinseln Giglio und Giannutri, bei klarem Wetter auch auf Elba und Montecristo, bei besonders guter Sicht sogar bis Korsika. Der Zugang zum Meer ist für die Öffentlichkeit wegen vieler weitgehend in Privatbesitz befindlicher, abgezäunter Grundstücke nur an wenigen Stellen möglich.Eine asphaltierte Querverbindung durch das Binnenland sichert vor dem südwestlichen Straßenende eine verkürzte Rückkehrmöglichkeit nach Porto Santo Stefano.Außerdem führt vom Osten her eine Straße auf den Monte Telegrafo. Hier passiert man das Passionistenkloster (Convento dei Frati Passionisti) auf einem Hügel, von dem sich bei gutem Wetter eine Fernsicht nördlich über die Lagune von Orbetello hinaus bis nach Talamone am Südrand des Parco Naturale della Maremma öffnet. Auch von weiteren Aussichtspunkten an dieser Straße, z. B. von einem riesigen Kreuz, das nachts beleuchtet wird, bieten sich weite Ausblicke. Auf dem Gipfel befinden sich Sendeanlagen der RAI und auf dem höchsten Punkt eine militärische Anlage (daher nicht zugänglich).WirtschaftIm 20. Jahrhundert hat der Tourismus den Fischfang als Haupteinnahmequelle abgelöst. Die Fischbestände wurden dezimiert und die Fischer müssen in immer weiter entfernt gelegene Fanggründe Richtung Sardinien ausgreifen.In geringem Umfang wird das Binnenland im Bereich von Porto Santo Stefano auf Flächen zum Zuckerrohr-, Gemüse- und Weinanbau in Terrassenfeldkultur genutzt.Haupteinnahmequelle ist jedoch der Tourismus, wobei weniger Touristen aus Deutschland zu finden sind, als Italiener, insbesondere aus Rom und Florenz, die hier ihre Sommervillen haben.(Wikipedia)Ein Naturschutzgebiet, das das offene Meer von dem Orbetello-See trennt: Duna di Feniglia ist das Ideal für einen Tag in der Natur mit der Familie, allein oder zur zweit! Es ist kostenlos und ganzjährig geöffnet.Zu Fuß oder mit dem Fahrrad (Verleih ermöglicht) können Sie im Schatten der Kiefern lang spazieren gehen und den Einheimischen, wie den Damhirschen, begegnen. Wenn Sie dann ruhig in den Kieferwald vorstoßen, können Sie auch Wildschweine und Füchse erblicken und, wenn Sie zu den Baumkronen hinaufschauen, die Nester von Graureiher.Jeder Kilometer finden Sie Pfade, die zu dem Meer, zu seinen Sandstränden und seinem kristallklaren Wasser führen. Hier können Sie den ganzen Tag verbringen!Liebhaber von Freiluftsporten können 6 Kilometer Kieferwald auf einem ausgehobenen Weg sowie hölzerne Trimm-dich-Pfade genießen.Auf der Seite vor der Lagune befinden sich Wege mit Hütten zur Tierbeobachtung. Es gibt auch einen vom WWF organisierten Naturlehrpfad für Sehbehinderte: es handelt sich um fünfzehn Punkte mit Handläufen und Blindenschrift-Schildern, die die Besonderheiten der Flora und der Fauna der Düne erklären.Dies ist ein einzigartiges Erlebnis, weil es jedem die Möglichkeit gibt, in die Natur einzutauchen und sie mit allen Sinnen zu entdecken, indem man die Umgebung mit dem Geruch und dem Gehör wahrnimmt.In der Vergangenheit gehörte die Duna di Feniglia zu Privateigentürmen, die das Land so intensiv ausgenutzte, dass es Entwaldung verursachte. Die Bildung von Sumpfgebieten begünstigt die Verbreitung der malariaübertragenden Stechmücke, ist Grund von verschiedenen Gesundheitsprobleme wegenIn der Vergangenheit gehörte die Duna di Feniglia zu Privateigentürmen, die das Land so intensiv ausgenutzte, dass es zur Entwaldung und damit zu Gesundheitsprobleme führte, da das Entstehen der Sumpfgebiete hat die Verbreitung der malariaübertragenden Stechmücke begünstigt.1910 wurde die Düne enteignet und der Verwaltung des staatlichen Forstkorps anvertraut, das die Neugeburt der Vegetation durch Aufforstung von etwa 450 Hektare förderte.Heutzutage ist die Duna di Feniglia ein Waldschutzgebiet: der Besuch und der Genuss dieses Ortes erfordern daher den größtmöglichen Respekt der Natur und der Umwelt.(destinationcapalbio.com)

Plage de la Française à Fort-de-France - Martinique - 03889
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Red Flag Beach
Olympus AF10 / Kodak Portra 400It was safe to swim later that morningSennen Cove, Cornwall, UK

Kasougha -- Cappuccino Beach
The Place of Great PainIt may look like a cappuccino, but it is the beach at Kasouga or Kasuka, a small village in Sarah Baartman District Municipality in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.This lovely, relatively isolated stretch of beach has often been voted as one of South Africa's best beaches, if not the best.Settlement some 10 km north-east of Kenton-on-Sea, near the mouth of the Kasuka River. The name is derived from Khoekhoen and means 'place of many leopards'. The river name "Kasuka" is a Xhosa adaptation of the word, and has the same meaning.

Groyne
Sunrise in Worthing seafront.

Cagliari, Italy

Blowholes & Travertine Terraces and Pools on Liku Coast, Keleti, Tongatapu
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DSC_6308: Sipping sunlight and memories, a vintage camera and a straw hat rest beside a teacup on a sunlit tablecloth at the beach.
This photo features a table with a white plate, a cup, and a camera. The plate is positioned on the left side of the table, while the cup is placed on the right side. The camera is situated in the middle of the table, creating a visually appealing composition. The table appears to be set for a meal or a casual gathering, with the camera possibly serving as a conversation starter or a prop for a photoshoot.

DSCN1041.JPG: Tourists enjoy a sunny afternoon ride as speedboats and a banana boat cut through gentle waves near the shore.
This photo captures a lively scene at the beach, where a group of people are enjoying various water activities. There are several boats in the water, including a large boat and a smaller boat, as well as a couple of jet skis. Some people are riding jet skis, while others are swimming or playing in the water. There are at least 12 people visible in the scene, with some of them closer to the shore and others further out in the water. The atmosphere appears to be fun and relaxed, with everyone taking part in the beach activities.

DSC_6921: Golden-hour beach scene with people relaxing on the sand and swimming near a palm-lined shore, hills rising in the distance.
This photo depicts a lively beach scene with a group of people enjoying their time near the water. There are at least 13 people visible in the scene, some of them standing on the sandy beach, while others are in the water. The beach is lined with palm trees, creating a tropical atmosphere. In addition to the people, there are several umbrellas scattered across the beach, providing shade for the beachgoers. Some of the umbrellas are closer to the water, while others are further back on the beach. The combination of people, umbrellas, and palm trees creates a vibrant and relaxing beach environment.

Jacques snorkeling
On Jacques' last day in Hawai'i he wanted to go snorkeling at Honaunau. He spent 2-3 hours total in the water and was feww-diving down to 23 feet. Not bad for a guy from Nebraska,

Belgium Pier
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Catalan Bay, Gibraltar
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Castellamara Del Golfo
Sicily

beach scape : Guadalupe Dunes
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San Juan del Sur, NI
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Faire de la résistance
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A mothers vigil at the beach
North Shore baptism: mainland tourists meet Oahu’s legendary surf, where beauty beckons and instinct braces. A mother steadies her son against the pulse of the Pacific—learning to trust the rhythm beneath the risk. Primordial instinct reminds her that beyond here, there be dragons...

Vila da Ponte - Sernancelhe
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Stormy day on Cannon Beach
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Flood Log Jam - In Black Head Back Beach Creek from Record Floods in the Manning River May 2025
© All Rights Reserved - Black Diamond ImagesBetween 19th – 25th May 2025 the Manning River reached a record flood height of 6.44 metres at the Martin Bridge in Taree. While not actually quite reaching the Martin Bridge carriageway it was very close to going over for the first time in recorded history. The flooding lasted more than a week with in excess of 700mm of rain in some parts of the Manning catchment over the period. The floods did wipe out many roads and bridges upstream, including the Bight Bridge at Wingham, and submerged parts of urban Taree and large swathes of the lowland dairy farms downstream near the estuary mouths causing great loss of property and pastureland. There were 5 confirmed fatalities from these floods and many hundreds of people impacted, many of their homes rendered both uninsurable and uninhabitable. It was estimated that around 10,000 homes were damaged in the event. At least 794 homes were declared uninhabitable by the NSW State Emergency Service in the Mid North Coast region as of 27 May 2025. Another source reported “more than 500 properties declared uninhabitable" following initial assessments. The Manning is the only major river in Australia with two entrances, one at Harrington in the north and the other at Old Bar in the south. Both entrances are currently so badly silted up that its not possible for larger craft to enter the sea from either Harrington or Old Bar, despite major historical breakwater works at Harrington which in the last century allowed large wooden ships to trade up as far as Wingham.The flood surpassed the previous record of 5.9 metres set in the 1929 flood though local aboriginal people speak of stories of even larger floods in past history. The flood debris, seen in this image was carried a few kilometres south of the Manning River's southern estuary entrance at Old Bar to this small coastal creek at Back Beach, Black Head where it jammed the creek with wood and logs. Unless these logs are manually removed it's likely that heavy rain at some point in the future will cause flooding of lowland littoral rainforest in the vicinity. Similar log jams of debris also built up in the creek behind Black Head Beach but after many months and no doubt numerous complaints to council it was finally mostly removed.

Threatening Cloud
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Béatitude
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canoe/skyline/Diamond Head
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L'Horn
L'Horn est un bras d’eau français situé dans le département du Finistère en Bretagne, dans le Léon. D'une longueur de 29,9 km, il prend sa source dans la commune de Plouvorn, près du lieu-dit Quillivant, à l'altitude 119 mètres. Il se jette dans la Manche à quelques kilomètres du Guillec entre la forêt domaniale de Santec, le Pont Bihan et le lieu-dit Kerbrat.Dans le seul département du Finistère, l'Horn traverse sept communes et trois cantons : Dans le sens amont vers aval : Plouvorn (source), Plougourvest, Mespaul, Plouénan, Plougoulm, Saint-Pol-de-Léon, Santec (embouchure).

DFC_1155: Golden sunset over calm waters, a lone boat silhouetted beneath swaying palm fronds.
This is a beautiful tropical sunset over a calm ocean. In the foreground, you can see palm fronds hanging down from the top of the image, creating a classic vacation scene framing. The sun is setting on the horizon, creating a golden reflection on the water's surface that stretches toward the viewer. The sky has dramatic cloud cover with the sun peeking through. In the water, there's a small boat or canoe floating peacefully, and you can make out what appears to be some distant islands or perhaps other boats on the horizon. The overall mood is serene and tranquil, capturing that magical moment when day transitions to evening at a coastal paradise. This type of scene is often associated with tropical getaways and peaceful beach vacations.

Another photographer working the sunset
Bandon Beach State Natural Area, Bandon, Oregon, USA

Of Course There's A Beach
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Paisible
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Beach Road View - Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaii
"There's no one here in America swimming the Pacific Ocean - or the Atlantic, or the Caribbean - to leave this place. The reason why is because of the freedom. Freedom for a man to mark out his own destiny. It's not, 'Hey, you have so much.'" -- Luke Scott (American former professional baseball player in Major League Baseball (MLB) for the Houston Astros, Baltimore Orioles, and Tampa Bay Rays, and in the KBO League [Korean league] for the SK Wyverns)Three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D7200 and combined with Photomatix Pro to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6."For I know the plans I have for you", declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11The best way to view my photostream is through Flickriver with the following link: www.flickriver.com/photos/photojourney57/

A New Face for Crowdy Head, Mid North Coast, NSW
Copyright - All Rights Reserved - Black Diamond ImagesAs of mid December 2025 the parking area at Crowdy Head Beach has been transformed from the former rough gravel and potholey surface to a a modern bitumen sealed car park that will improve safety and accessibility for beachgoers in time for the summer holidays.Work began at the site on Monday 13 October and was completed by mid December 2025. There are now 109 defined parking spots, including three accessible spaces. It looks like motorhomes will need to park out on the road edge but will need to take 2 paring spaces to do.One-way traffic flow, pedestrian crossings and connecting footpaths are also be incorporated into the design to improve safety and ease-of-use for both motorists and pedestrians.The amenity of the area has also been upgraded through landscaping and the installation of water sensitive stormwater drainage. The planting of Norfolk Island Pines in my view is forward thinking though some may argue that the short lived Banksia integrifolia and Tuckeroos which once inhabited the site may have been a better option. I recall the shock a few years ago when I visited to find the few remaining Banksia integrifolia trees had been removed, presumably by council. The site was left with not a tree on it. Its a shame that the councils landscape plan does not also include Pandanus along the foreshore and perhaps some colourful shade trees like Poincianas for example, but thats just my preference. The site is badly lacking in shade trees but at my visit on 14th December it looked like the some of the landscaping works may yet need to be completed.The project was made possible thanks to funding from Round 4 of the Australian Government's Local Roads and Community Infrastructure Program.

Marseille, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France | Explored
Feu de Sourdaras

Night Fishing
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Tides of time
This was my first visit to the South Glamorgan coast (though definitely not the last), and I was blessed with soft, gentle light and dramatic skies in an already stunning location. What really struck me was the contrast: the slow, constant flow of the river on the left, versus the sea on the right, crashing against the rocks and cliffs. What a lovely place.

Un jour béni (A blessed day)
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DSC_6691: A cloudy coastal scene with a sandy inlet and concrete steps leading to the water, a decorative bridge with a dragon-head detail on the right, and trees and buildings along the shoreline.
This photo depicts a beach scene with a large white dragon statue situated near the water. The dragon appears to be a prominent feature of the area, possibly as a tourist attraction or a local landmark. There are several people scattered around the beach, enjoying the view and the atmosphere. Some of them are closer to the dragon statue, while others are further away, exploring the beach and its surroundings. In addition to the people, there are a few cars parked nearby, possibly belonging to the visitors who have come to see the dragon statue or enjoy the beach.

DSC_2298: Two women sit on a waterfront concrete ledge at dusk, masks lowered around their chins as they gaze toward the water, lost in thought.
This photo features two women sitting on a ledge or curb, likely near a beach or a waterfront. Both women are wearing face masks, which suggests that they are taking precautions to protect themselves and others from potential health risks. One of the women is wearing a hat, and both of them have handbags with them. They seem to be enjoying their time together, possibly taking a break or waiting for someone.

DSCF1089: Quiet wooden riverside walkway lined with small stalls and empty stools, bathed in soft daylight.
This photo shows a rustic wooden walkway or corridor in what appears to be a casual outdoor establishment, possibly a beach bar or riverside restaurant. The space features a wooden plank floor running the length of the corridor, with wooden support beams and a corrugated metal roof overhead. Along the sides, there are some bar stools and tables visible, suggesting this is a dining or socializing area. The walkway has a certain weathered charm with its natural wood construction. In the distance, you can see the corridor continuing, with some colorful signs or decorations hanging. The overall atmosphere suggests a relaxed, possibly tropical or waterfront venue with an open-air design. The simple construction and rustic elements give it a casual, laid-back feel that's typical of beachside or riverside establishments.

M'Diq, Morocco
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M'Diq, Morocco
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Malaga Spain
View from Cruise Ship

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Otehei Bay. Urupukapuka Island. Bay of Islands, Northland, New Zealand

The Fog.
Minimal photography.

Oceanside Orang Flash 6Dii 24X70mm
SoCal Oceanside Orange Flash Sunset North Pacific Strand A Great Part Of Life, Is Sharing Things You Love With People, Like Beautiful Photographic Moments, Every Picture Tells A Story.

Beach snap, 1980
Another shot taken a few minutes before the "Alone" one just posted – it was really a technical failure because I was too close to use the 100mm lens which was on the camera and the depth of focus was too narrow, especially as I had focuseed on J, the near twin, because I was calling to her to look round. Still it did capture the moment and it's a nice holiday memory...

Sunset shoreline
The coastline of south Wales has numerous beaches that are great for sunsets. During the winter months, the sun sets in the south west at a bearing between 220 and 230 degrees, which can lead to reflections across a large expanse of water and big skies! This sunset it taken from Dunraven Bay at low tide. HSS!

Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy
Poetto, Cagliari, Italy Seen and enjoyed this photo in 360 views. Thank you for sharing!

Le Dossen, Santec
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Peñón del Cura at Dusk
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DFC_0849: A seaside food truck and street vendors line a palm‑shaded promenade as people stroll past, browsing menus and enjoying the waterfront atmosphere.
This photo shows a food vendor or small food stall set up along what appears to be a street or walkway in a tourist area. There's a food truck or booth with colorful menu displays featuring various food items, likely Asian cuisine based on the photos visible on the menu board. The setting has palm trees in the background suggesting a tropical or beach location. Several people are walking past the vendor, and someone appears to be working at the stall. The atmosphere looks like a casual outdoor dining or street food scene, typical of popular tourist destinations or beach areas.

Sunrise
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Otehei Bay. Urupukapuka Island. Bay of Islands, Northland, New Zealand

24th Avenue North Stormwater Ocean Outfall Project - Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
The 24th Avenue North Stormwater Ocean Outfall Project began in August 2024 is a set of two 84-inch pipes that will extend 1,500 feet into the ocean underneath the sea floor. When the project is finished, it will replace 11 storm drain pipes along other beach access locations, redirecting the stormwater to the central location on 24th Avenue North. These outfalls, while removing numerous stormwater pipes from the beach, also help collect trash, as well as filter water before it returns to the ocean. The outfall project comes with a $42.6 million price tag and is expected to be finished in early 2026.“We want to keep the beach clean,” Myrtle Beach Infrastructure Projects Manager Chris Miller said. “We want to keep it attractive for our visitors. It’s very important to us that the beach is clean and beautified.”Three bracketed photos were taken with a handheld Nikon D7200 and combined with Photomatix Pro to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop CS6."For I know the plans I have for you", declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." --Jeremiah 29:11The best way to view my photostream is through Flickriver with the following link: www.flickriver.com/photos/photojourney57/