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Shiny Happy People Everywhere

Amy Ruhlin | Posted 06.18.2013 | Fifty
Amy Ruhlin

I've been happily going to the beach every summer since I was a child. But this time, here at the ripe old age of 51, with my bikini days behind me, and my eyes and heart wide open, was the happiest I've ever felt on a beach. I believe the saying that happiness increases as we age, is true.

The Best Sunscreens for Your Travels

Conde Nast Traveler | Posted 06.14.2013 | Travel
Conde Nast Traveler

Sunscreen is one of the most important travel accessories you'll need, whether you're at the beach, in the tropics, in the desert, or in the city. Our editors pick the best SPF offerings out there.

The Faithful Shopper: Hot, Haute Hamptons

Faith Hope Consolo | Posted 06.13.2013 | New York
Faith Hope Consolo

It's that time of year, when those of us in the "fashionista know" escape to our favorite beaches at the Hamptons. The fun part is that many of our fa...

What I Painted To Escape The Stress Of Divorce

Leslie Toms | Posted 06.12.2013 | Fifty
Leslie Toms

Color, light and luscious painterly brushstrokes have long characterized the works of California artist Leslie Toms. Born in 1951 and raised in the...

Joy Time

Jessica Keener | Posted 06.10.2013 | Books
Jessica Keener

Growing up, I went to overnight camp, all summer long for eight years, and that meant stocking up on new socks and underwear and, most especially, new books -- a big stack of paperbacks -- enough to last eight weeks.

Recipes for a Swanky Beach Party

Rana Florida | Posted 06.01.2013 | HuffPost Home
Rana Florida

Summer is right around the corner, and we all know what that means: soon it will be time to fire up our backyard, deck, and poolside BBQs. There's no better way to entertain friends and family on a warm summer night than with tasty food hot off the grill.

INCREDIBLE VIDEO: Paraplegic Woman Goes Surfing

weather.com | Posted 06.03.2013 | Good News

June 3, 2013 - A paraplegic woman surfs the waves of south Australia's west coast with the help of some duct tape and a friend....

Is the Water at the Beach Safe? How to Find Out Before You Take the Kids

Conde Nast Traveler | Posted 05.30.2013 | Travel
Conde Nast Traveler

-- By Debbie Dubrow, CondƩ Nast Traveler This story originally appeared on CondƩ Nast Traveler's Website. As a parent, I take great care about ...

Forget White Sand Beaches

Conde Nast Traveler | Posted 05.30.2013 | Travel
Conde Nast Traveler

-- By Laura Ratliff, CondƩ Nast Traveler Sure, white sand and crystalline waters are great, but beaches can come in all shades of the rainbow. We'...

Summer Fun in the Windy City

Party Earth | Posted 05.24.2013 | Chicago
Party Earth

It's time to start counting down the days until the equinox when you can finally shed your winter layers in exchange for a swimsuit and a beach read. ...

Catch a Dune

MiniTime | Posted 05.23.2013 | Travel
MiniTime

Love the thrill of downhill sports? Lose your woolly socks and thermal fleece and get ready for sandboarding -- arguably the coolest new way to have fun on a beach or desert getaway.

An Ode to Florida's Summer -- And a Time to Remember

The University of Central Florida Forum | Posted 05.23.2013 | College
The University of Central Florida Forum

So it is summer again in Florida -- and all that that conjures up. I just drove through a pelting rain, signaling the beginning of Florida's late-afternoon rainy season.

PHOTOS: The World's Weirdest Beaches

weather.com | Posted 05.22.2013 | Travel

Here are some alternative beach destinations....

The Mediterranean's 10 Best Hidden Beaches

minube | Posted 05.07.2013 | Travel
minube

With it's picturesque villages, laid-back lifestyle and world-famous cuisine, it's no wonder that the Mediterranean has been a go-to destination for summertime travelers for years. Here's a list of the top hidden beaches, tucked away in secluded corners and closely guarded by locals.

I Feel Bad About My Shoes

Amy Ruhlin | Posted 05.01.2013 | Fifty
Amy Ruhlin

"They're bad for the environment!" "They can't be recycled!" "They will cause your arches to collapse!" I began to see cruel Facebook posts about them. One particularly heartbreaking one went something like this: "Wow, that's a nice looking pair of Crocs. Said No One Ever."

10 Free Things to Do in Cagliari, Sardinia (That Won't Suck)

Off Track Planet | Posted 04.23.2013 | Travel
Off Track Planet

From incredible beaches to flamingo-filled parks, Cagliari, the capital of Italy's feisty little island of Sardinia, is all about its history and shares its love for food, culture and music for free.

Anna Sew Hoy: Life Is a Beach (PHOTOS)

Juri Koll | Posted 04.13.2013 | Arts
Juri Koll

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The Musical Half of the Kardashian Family Release Debut Album (WATCH)

Shira Lazar | Posted 06.02.2013 | Entertainment
Shira Lazar

Californian music duo Brandon & Leah treat the What's Trending studio to a live performance of their song, "Showstopper," widely known as the theme song from Kourtney & Kim Take Miami.

5 Awesome Los Angeles Beaches for Families

MiniTime | Posted 06.01.2013 | Travel
MiniTime

Miles of soft sand, swaying palm trees, and the lure of the sparkling ocean make the City of Angels a magnet for surf-and-sun devotees. Yet with over 90 beaches in Los Angeles County, it can be difficult for visiting families to know where to begin.

It's Endless Summer At These Surf Hotels

Tablet | Posted 06.01.2013 | Travel
Tablet

The surf is always up somewhere. Whether it's a sandy little casita in a far-flung Mexican backwater or a high-gloss resort on the cliffs of Santa Catarina you're after, these eight surf hotels can all put you on a wave.

Spring's Top 10 Picnic Baskets and Their Designers

Nova Lorraine | Posted 05.29.2013 | Style
Nova Lorraine

As I browsed for some spring inspiration, I came across the most inventive ideas by some of New York's brightest designers. Discover the 10 most creative picnic baskets for Spring 2013.

PHOTOS: The Most Relaxing Island Resorts

Posted 01.26.2013 | Travel

Here is the bad news: You're probably never going to own a private island like Richard Branson or Johnny Depp. This is not your fault. This is just ho...

PHOTOS: The World's Most Secluded Beaches

Posted 01.19.2013 | Travel

The romance of a secluded beach has everything to do with the view. What you see: Blue water lapping against clean sand and rolling back into an expan...

Ordinary People Helping Our Oceans in Extraordinary Ways

Francesca Koe | Posted 01.19.2013 | Green
Francesca Koe

With the help of people just like you and me, collectively we will know a whole lot more about the numbers and types of sea life in our waters, how best to respond to a major disturbance, and how much success we're having in protecting vulnerable habitats.

POLL: Do You Go To The Beach On Labor Day Weekend?

Posted 10.09.2012 | MarloThomas

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