Sand and health, a fun and effective combination. This was demonstrated last weekend by the winter edition of the "Sardinia beach contest", held in Sassari. Beachvolley, beachandball, beachtennis ...

Reaching Cala Mariolu, a pebble beach segmented by large limestone rocks on Sardinia's east coast, takes some effort – but most travelers say the picturesque spot is worth the exertion.

Australia is home to the highest number of shark fatalities globally. Here are the best ways to stay safe in the ocean.