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5 of the Dirtiest Beaches in the World and Where to Go Instead

A factory sits next to a beach. Steve Johnson/Flickr When you picture a beach, you’re likely envisioning a pristine, sandy sanctuary with crystal clear waters. Unfortunately, that’s not always the case with beaches. Pollution runs rampant in many parts of the world, and these natural areas suffer because of it. Herewith, we name five of…

7 Gorgeous Beaches Where You Shouldn’t Swim

Los Cabos beach The ocean: It conjures up images of soaking up the sun, working up a sweat, and then splashing in the cool surf, bringing the body back to life once more. However, there are some oceanside destinations on the globe where swimming ranges from utterly unpleasant — to downright dangerous. The seven beaches…

A Cheat Sheet to India’s Tastiest Street Food

“Bahut swadisht” (or “that’s delicious”) is one of few Hindi phrases I memorized while traveling in India — and for good reason. From sweet confections to spicy, sinus-cleansing snacks, every street corner was serving up something delicious and praise-worthy. In fact, the roadside stalls, as with many other destinations, showcased the heart and soul of…