Go Postal With All Things Coastal

My Aunt told me once that the reason why some of us are so drawn to the ocean is because everything and everyone was born from it. An interesting thought. There is something magical about being near the sea, which is why many of us choose to inhabit there. For those interested in all things seaside, Coastal Living is the perfect magazine to subscribe to. The issues not only cover home decorating tips and travel advice, but contain numerous articles on health, beauty, food and green-friendly tips.

You can check out their website here for interesting top ten lists and even more on coastal communities. Being a seafood junkie, I was so pleased to find a top ten list for Seafood and Wine Festivals all over the U.S.

The September issue of Coastal Living hits the stands August 25! The issue will include top ten road trips, a guide to oysters (!!), what to bring in your beach bag an so much more. Here are some examples of articles you will find in the September issue. Enjoy!


"BEAUTY AND THE BEACH: Bikini Bootcamp – Melissa Perlman, owner of Amansala resort in Tulum, Mexico and author of Bikini Bootcamp: Two Weeks to Your Ultimate Beach Body, gave Coastal Living the skinny on feeling your best at the beach. Some tips include: changing up your workouts, keeping your skin fresh, and working towards a toned core. (pg. 32)"

"Escape to a Beach Cottage – Debbie and Brad Weitz, owners of a home-furnishings and gift boutique in Atlanta, took us inside their beach cottage on St. Simons Island, where they escape for weekends of all play, no work. Built with a simple design and outdoor living space, this shanty is just one block from the beach. Steal some of their decorating tips so you can have a calm oasis like this for you and your family. (pg.74)"

"L.A.’s Best Day Trip – Contributing editor Carolynn Carreño takes us on a low-key “daycation” of strolling canals, bohemian shops, and gourmet cafes in her favorite local neighborhood, Venice Beach. Explore on foot or rent a bike to visit Venice Beach’s hot spots and take delight in the entertaining street performers. (pg. 60)"

"FOOD: Oysters 101 – Coastal Living shares everything you ever wanted to know about these sexy shellfish, from harvesting and shucking to top-rated recipes and wine pairings. Discover how to distinguish between the 5 most popular species, see where to buy the best oyster knives, and learn from Oyster connoisseur and author, Robb Walsh, about his infatuation with these succulent aphrodisiacs. (pg. 80; recipes pg. 104)"

The wonderful world of SCUBA

After a weekend in the fun and sun down in Florida, I came with my scuba certification finished. Scuba diving is a great sport if you enjoy the water, the sun, the marine life, and a little bit of risk. It was better than I could have ever imagined and I now I can dive anywhere in the world. After doing some research of my own online I found a great article that gives an excellent intro into diving and lists just a few of the many amazing places to go scuba diving. So if you are like me and interested, please read below from the article Exploring the Great Blue

Imagine feeding reef sharks or kissing dolphins in the Bahamas, exploring underwater caves and tunnels in Malta, swimming with hammerheads in the Galapagos, wandering through the Royal Navy's HMS Proselyte (which sank in 1801) at St Martin, or witnessing the coral polyps releasing clouds of sperm and eggs on Aprils' full moon in Western Australia. The undersea is, in many ways, the world's last frontier.

Before you can dive, you need to be certified fit by a medical professional; this involves a quick, standard test which you can either have at home (ask at your local clinic) or once you arrive at your destination (arranged by diving schools). Most people pass the test easily, although some conditions, like asthma, automatically put you on the borderline.

The Red Sea

Stretching from the Bab El Mandab (between Yemen and Ethiopia) and the point where the Sinai peninsula splits into Eilat and Suez, the vast Red Sea is one of the world's most popular diving spots: it offers a wide range of marine life, warm water, good visibility, coral formations, and both shallow and deep diving.

Asia

The most accessible place in Asia is Thailand, and the best spots in Thailand are some of the islands off the west coast of the Thai peninsula.

Australia

The Great Barrier Reef is one of the most extensive and colourful reef systems in the world, and the outer sections of the reef are best.

Caribbean

Hundreds of islands in the Caribbean-Cayman Islands, British Virgin Islands, Bermuda, Bahamas, Bonaire, Tobago, Cuba, and many others-are known for their colourful coral formations, warm waters, and abundant fishes, ranging from the enthralling colours of small fish (such as parrotfish, demselfish and hogfish), and to friendly large fish, including sharks and dolphins, that have got used to divers feeding them.

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