Luxury Accommodation in Byron Bay Byron Bay is really a beach resort that's situated around the northern side of Sydney. It provides that relaxing lifestyle that many travellers desire. The pristine whitened sandy beaches are possibly the main features which have renedered the accommodation popular. They provide great spots for surfing. The bay has really be a surfing paradise for site visitors from around the world It features a choice of probably the most spectacular first class breaks and an…
History of White’s Beach site – what did it look like previously? Point Impossible has 10m high dunes and is boarded at the mouth of Thompson Creek. The road from Torqay goes to that point and at the end is a car park. Point Impossible Beach is in front of the car park and creates a western boundary to Thompson Creek. The shore and road is 4.5km long to Whites beach, with car parks and access to the dune. The eastern part of the beach is official Optional Dress (nude) Beach. The beach is…
Erosion is the geological process in which Earth's surface is worn down by natural forces like running water, wind, glaciers and waves. Erosion is a key factor in the formation of beaches because erosion moves sediment (sand) from one location to another. There are three major types of coastal erosion; hydraulic action, corrosion and corrosion. Hydraulic action is when waves crashing against a headland causes erosion. Waves enter cracks in the rock and air is compressed into the crack by the…
worlds coastlines that occurs through the actions of currents and waves and results in the loss of sediment in some places and accretion in other places. (center for ocean solutions n.d.) Hawaii is one of the most eroded places in the world along the coast. Hawaii is located 4165km West of California and the mainland. (Map of Hawaii. 2014) The two main islands that are been worked on the most for coastal erosion The change of the coastline from 1912 to 2002. From this we can see…
Queensland has some of Australia’s best beaches. Tourists come to Queensland for a relaxing holiday along the golden beaches. Unfortunately, erosions are destroying the beaches, especially Surfers Paradise. If the management company does not take an action about this situation then Surfers Paradise will lose its tourists. As a result, the economic rates will drop. To solve this problem, building an artificial reed offshore will help save the popular tourist destination. Building an artificial…
cliffs only tens of meters from the sea, depending on tide level. Cliffs along the coast of southern California are prone to landslides due to their rock composition (mostly sedimentary) and high erosion rates from the sea but become increasingly stressed from overlying man-made structures and landscaping practices. For this reason, it is important to continually monitor the geological hazards that exist along the coast. One relatively new way to monitor landscape changes over time is by the…
memories are forever, and that you need to understand and respect Mother Nature to the fullest before you do anything involving nature. Growing up in Virginia, I learned at a young age to not fear the ocean or water. I lived my entire life on the coast of the Chesapeake Bay so I practically lived in the water on a day to day basis. By the age of eight, I was able to drive a boat and could navigate through the plentiful coves and rivers. By the age of nine, I was able to wake board and drive a…
Dona Paula Beach Description Known as one of the most romantic beaches of Goa, Dona Paula Beach attracts thousands of tourists throughout the year. Therefore, if you wish to travel to the beach it is advisable that you go through the basic information about the place. Here are some such information to help you. The Dona Paula Beach, also known as “Lovers’ Paradise” is situated in Goa. It is a bay of Arabian Sea where two rivers meet. The place is famous for its enthralling beauty as well as…
Kovalam in Kerala is one of the hot tourist destinations in India. Kovalam is called as the beach town in the Thiruvananthapuram city on the Arabian sea coast. The literal meaning of Kovalam is “a grove of coconut trees”. There are plenty of things you can do in the enchanting beach destination town of Kovalam. Sun bath lying on the beach or swimming in the cool waters, have an oil and Ayurvedic massage, savor your tongue with seafood or try your hand at fishing. Have a ride on surfboards and…
Full Moon Festival at Paradise Beach The Full Moon Festival at paradise beach is Phuket’s biggest beach party. Modelled after the successful Full Moon Party on Koh Phangan, Phuket’s version of the all night beach party is more upscale and well organised. Paradise beach is well located and a beautiful secluded beach close to Patong beach. Each month on the night of the full moon, famous DJ’s, local expats, Thai’s and tourists head to paradise beach to party and dance all night long. Tickets can…