Archive for August, 2009
Made In Italy, Beach Fashion 2009
August 31st, 2009
As all real fashion victims know very well, all fashion houses are already announcing new trends for next summer beach fashion and many fashion designers have already presented their new collections.
Nowadays to be fashionable on the beach a plain swimsuit is in no way enough, every year catalogues renew themselves and it’s very important to be always updated. In the last years beach accessories have also taken much importance, as flip-flops, beach towels, but also bracelets and necklaces, and the sarong will still play the lead in beach fashion.
This year beach fashion will also be based on Colombian style, so bikini will be again (but when it was not?) the more fashionable swimsuit. Bright colors, see-through sarongs, and south American patterns: really a wonderful collection.
After winter, also in summer purple and all its nuances will be the most fashionable colors, and then also micro and maxi patterns, safari or jungle prints.
In the bikinis, panties will be bigger, with no or almost no bows. Triangle shaped and push-up bras of course will play the leading role. Around the world of bikini or one-piece swimsuit, which is made with less and less cloth and that now exposes most parts of the body, you can find all beach accessories. Gossamer-like caftans made of chiffon or cotton muslins, hot pants and sarongs.
Beach bags are of great importance, made of canvas or straw, but always enriched by embroidery and appliquéd flowers, rigorously handmade crochet style and rigorously color-matching with the swimsuit.
It’s clear now that you can’t go to the beach just with a traditional swimsuit, but the beach has also become an important runaway for who always want to be cutting-edge style. Besides sarongs and caftans, tracksuits, hot pants and soft chenille pants absolutely don’t have to miss in your bag. Also toweling accessories have appeared: beach towels, ponchos, beach robe with inlays, with ruches. There are really a lot of alternatives, for all tastes and for every kind of body.
About shoes, ballerinas and flip-flops, made of toweling too, still are really ruling the roost, of every different color but always color-matching with the swimsuit or the sarong.
Given that bikini or at least two-piece are spreading everywhere, one-piece also adapt itself and leave uncovered more and more body parts. Plain color swimsuit almost gives way to prints, French lace inserts, some swimsuit are even full covered with myriads of hand sewed prismatic precious stones.
A necessary accessory in your bag is definitely sun cream, there are any kind of sun creams with any level of protection, the most important thing is that your skin have to be always hydrated and you don’t get a sunburn, so in the first days is better to use a bit higher level of protection or you will have to change all your clothes to match with your purple-red skin. It is always better not to overuse of sunbathe, skin is much more fashionable if it is healthy and hydrated even if a bit less tanned.
If you want at all costs an astonishing tan, an always actual trend are sunlamps to do in the city some months before going on vacation. The sunlamps, but used in moderation, will prepare the skin to solar exposition, besides giving you a bit of tan.
After all this preparation, don’t forget to enjoy your holiday at the most, relaxing yourself and having fun as much as you can, after all summer is also all these things!
This article was written by Michele De Capitani with support from girls swimsuit for any information, please visit bikini shop or for insurance visit women swimwear .
Beaches – the Best Way to Discover San Diego!
August 29th, 2009
The sun-kissed breathtakingly beautiful white sandy beaches are perhaps the best known landmarks of San Diego. The dazzling stretch of sand, the open blue sky, and the rolling foaming waves of the ocean make San Diego a uniquely magnificent tourist attraction.
Some of the famous beaches in San Diego that you can’t afford to miss are:
- Blacks Beach
- Boneyard Beach
- Coronado Beach
- Cardiff State Beach
- Del Mar City Beach
- Imperial Beach
- La Jolla Cove
- Mission Beach
- Moonlight Beach
- Ocean Beach Dog Beach
- Windansea Beach
In any of these beaches of San Diego, you can relax in the picturesque surroundings and enjoy the salubrious climate year round. In fact, beaches are a source of pride and joy for both first-time visitors and life-long residents.
Apart from being the dividing line between land and sea, San Diego’s beaches offer much more excitement than merely swimming or sunbathing.
Major highlights of the beaches in San Diego:
Walking: If you enjoy walking on the sandy seashore, Mission Beach is the right choice. It is one of the beaches in San Diego where you can experience the best of beach life. The paved boardwalk that runs between the houses and the sandy seashore is the busiest during the afternoon.
Volleyball: An interesting volleyball match in a crowded beach is a common practice. No matter whether you want to play the game yourself or just want to watch others playing it, Mission Beach in San Diego is the place where you can enjoy both. At the southern part of Mission Beach, there are many well-maintained volleyball nets.
For Kids: Coronado Beach with its clean sand and gentle ways is the favorite amongst kids. The place remains colorful all throughout the year with various activities going around for kids. Parks like Glorietta Bay Park and Spreckels Park are quite popular among kids.
For Dogs: Most of the beaches don’t allow pets but there are some exceptions in San Diego. The Ocean Dog Beach and Del Mar’s Dog Beach are two popular beaches where dogs are allowed to run free the way they like. People love to come here with their pets.
Amusements: At the Belmont Park located in Mission Beach, one can enjoy thrilling rides at Great Dipper which is a classic carousel . Here one can enjoy swimming in the largest indoor heated swimming pool of Southern California.
Sandcastles: At the Imperial Beach, sand castle competition is a common practice. However, it need not be only a child’s sport. It is fun and interesting to see the “experts” build sand castles in San Diego’s Imperial Beach. There are many people who come here to try their hands at sand castle building.
Surfing: For visitors who are quite acquainted with surfing tactics, they would love to be at Windansea, which is one of the best surfing beaches in San Diego.
This is just a glimpse of the famous beaches in San Diego. Apart from these beaches, San Diego has dozens of attractions, activities and things to do. So, it’s obvious that to discover and enjoy San Diego one needs a leisurely holiday.
However, it is always important to stay at a San Diego hotel from where commuting to to the beaches and of course, San Diego’s various other tourist attractions is easy. There are plenty of budget hotels and motels in San Diego, California.
Tourists who would like to keep within a budget need not hunt for cheap motels here. The budget hotels in San Diego provide world-class services at budget rates and also offer attractive vacation rentals and packages. It is better to look up a good quality budget hotel in San Diego which is within a few minutes of distance from its white sandy beaches.
Beaches of Odessa Ukraine. Odessa Travel Guide
August 27th, 2009
Arkadia (or Arcadia) Beach
Arcadia (Arkadia) is not central located beach (about a 15 minute ride from the center). It’s the largest, the most developed and the most expensive beach of Odessa. The main entrance is clearly labeled by two pillars holding an Arkadia sign. Behind the sign is a long, shaded boulevard which boasts dozens of entertainment options. Along this path, you will also notice dozens of cafes, restaurants and kiosks. After about a 200 meter walk you’ll see a nightclub “Ibiza” which sits slights before the entrance to the beach. From here you can choose to either go downstairs onto the main Arkadia (Arcadia) beach or take a left or a right and choose numerous surrounding stretches of sand that all fall within Arkadia’s premises. Night clubs “Itaka”, “Akapulko”, “Assol”, “Pago” and “Stereo” are located in Arcadia (Arkadia).
Otrada Beach
Steep walk downhill is required to access most of Odessa beaches. However, this is not the case with Otrada Beach which is known by constructed cable cars. You may take one of these cable cars down to the water. Enjoy the beautiful view of coast from atop of the ride. Otrada Beach consists of numerous small beaches – almost all of which are fully equipped with bars, waiter service, changing rooms, showers, kid play rooms and various other facilities. Some of the more popular beaches / night clubs here are Riviera and Treasure Island. Here you can also try out Wind Surfing or Jet Skiing.
Lanzeron Beach.
Lanzheron is central located Odessa beach (about a 15 minute walk from Deribasovskaya Street) and the most preferred by tourists. Located next to Park Schevchenko, one can enjoy the greenery of the park and take a dip in the warm Black Sea at the same time. Lanzheron Beach stretches over many different beaches, each with its own unique Odessa flavor. Some are fully equipped while others were left alone in their natural state. There are even numerous water slides available for your entertainment along the water, just in case you get bored while in Odessa. If you get bored, you can visit a large newly built Dolphinarium which will also allow you to either watch a show or swim with the dolphins. Other popular entertainment options include Jet Ski Rentals, speed boat rides and various other water related activities.
Delphin (or Dolphin) Beach
Delphin (Dolphin) Beach is located just further south of Lanzheron and Otrada beaches. Few minute walk down the steep stairs brings to all of Delphin (Dolphin) beach. The sand quality on this beach is one of the better ones in Odessa. Overall clean quality beach and relatively great service make this a recommended summer visit on a hot summer day while in Odessa Ukraine.
Luzanovka Beach.
Luzanovka is not central located beach (about a 15 minute ride from the city center). Few years ago it was one of the backward beaches of Odessa. Today it makes competition to Arkadia (or Arcadia) Beach. Night Clubs “Nirvana”, “Vzmorye”, “Gofstream” and beach club “Malibu” are located here. Here you can try out Wind Surfing, diving or Jet Skiing.
Fountain Beach (Bolshoy Fontan or Chaika).
This Odessa beach, which is located just south of Arkadia (Arcadia) is a standard beach offering various facilities, and small cafes alongside. Most beaches offer surprisingly good food options along with full bar servings.
Best Beaches in Siesta Key
August 25th, 2009
Crescent Beach
Crescent Beach offers the same lush, white sands, azure waters, and stunning sunsets, but it is relatively secluded and quiet, as it has only one public access road. Most resorts have private beaches beyond the public beach area and the water’s edge. Visitors staying in the resorts, apartments and beach clubs here enjoy a quieter beach experience. At the southern tip of this beach is the Point of Rocks – a lovely snorkeling and diving area that is rich with coral rock formations as well as colorful and abundant marine life. So, if a quieter beach experience is what you may be after, then Crescent Beach is where you want to go.
Siesta Public Beach
Siesta Public Beach is the northernmost beach area. Shallow water depth in the near shore area together with year round lifeguard protection, makes this one of the safest beaches in the County and great for small children. The Public Beach has a shaded picnic area, playground, pavilion, tennis courts and beach volleyball courts.
Siesta Public Beach is renowned for its breath-taking sunsets, easy-going waves, and gorgeous, crystal-white sand. At the “Great International White Sand Beach Challenge” held in 1987, it was recognized as having the “whitest and finest sand in the world.” There’s always something to do at Siesta Public Beach, and it’s within easy walking distance of the many shops and restaurants in Siesta Village.
Turtle Beach
Turtle Beach, south of Crescent Beach, offers an entirely different experience. Located right on the beach there is a playground, picnic areas, a horseshoe pit and boat launching ramp. Turtle Beach provides a sportier, “family friendly” beach experience. The sand on the beach tends to carry more shells, making it perfect for beach combers and shell collectors.
No matter which of our gorgeous beaches you choose to visit, your time will be memorable. Enjoy Florida the way it used to be – unspoiled beaches, abundant wildlife, and beautiful sunrises and sunsets. Visitors can find ample accommodations close to the area that suits them best, but you can easily visit and enjoy all three.
Gear up to the Beach and Bring Your Beach Chairs
August 23rd, 2009
If you think that beach blanket or a mat is sufficient for an excursion to the shore with jam-packed beaches nowadays, you might find hundreds of people bringing the same beach blankets blocking each other’s picture of the beautiful beach in front of you. Beach chairs have become trendy accessory on the beach; these allow you relax without having on the same visual level as everyone else.
Beach chairs allow you to get an unobstructed seascape and get you the relaxation that you went there for. If you think that this beach chairs are very uncomfortable to bring, there are some small beach chairs usually the kind that can be folded are widely offered today. If you really wants to stand out, there are multicolored beach chairs to choose from that come something other than plain white plastic color and if you want to provide one beach chairs for every member of the family, you can get a bargain beach chairs or plastic that is common nowadays, so there’s no reason not to get your piece of beach furniture. There are large selections of beach chairs to choose from and here are some of the types of chairs that might help you decide in buying one. A Folding Lawn Chair is a chair that you can use almost anywhere. You can bring this to the beach, in a ballgame or in the park. Lawn chair is also perfect in lounging on your patio or in the backyard. Every home should have at least three or four of these chairs on hand for guests, children and backyard parties.
The Floating chair is a type of chair that is designed for easy storage and transportation when you want to have a get away relaxation on the lake or on the beach. For extra convenience you can choose a Backpack Chairs that come with a complete backpack carrying straps, this type of chair is also great to bring on the beach. If you want the lightest and most portable beach chair, you can choose the Aluminum or Butterfly chairs that are growing trends in the chair industry. This type of chair is really perfect in relaxing in style on the beach. It can be folded nicely for easy storage and travel. You can also choose Wood beach chairs but this kind of chair is a little heavier than a metal chairs, however this chair is more luxurious and durable than the any other type of chair. If you want to have a more luxurious chair while on the beach there are also Beach Chaise Lounges that are designed for a more comfortable lounging.
This type of chair is perfect for taking a nap while enjoying the heat of the sun because this beach chair is close to the ground and often has reclining back rests making it more relaxing. And some of these beach chaise also go together with a changeable canopy that will create some shades when you need it most. While on the beach you can enjoy the heat of the sun, a fabric or a canvass seat is best and for this matter, you can use Commercial Beach Chair.
This type of chair is more durable and last longer in the elements like the heat of the sun than the traditional beach chairs. If you need beach chair for your kids that might be frequently exposed to elements of dust or food stain, plastic or polypropylene seat is best because its materials are more weather resistant than fabric or canvass and can be rinsed off easily to keep them clean. These kids’ chairs are also available with umbrellas and canopies to protect them from the harmful UV rays from the sun. You can enjoy and relax under the sun in the beach. Take along some comfort with one of these convenient chairs mentioned.
Hawaii Topless Beaches
August 21st, 2009
Still there are certain beaches in hawaii region where you can still find nudity, topless, naturist, people.
Honokohau Harbor Beach, Hawaii : This beach is located in the Kaloko-Honokohau National Historical Park in the Kona Coast, and it is in the north of Honolokohau Harbor off Highway 19. In the north end you can find Yellow sand beach which is mostly popular for its Gay beach. Privacy is not easy to find here, and Federal Park rangers over and over again patrol to enforce and prohibit on nude sunbathing at Honokohau Harbor Beach. However due to its warm climate and good snorkeling condition, this remains a very popular nude beach.
Little Beach at Makena (Pu’u Ola’i Beach), Maui: It is one of the unofficial topless, nude beach in Maui’s region of Hawaii. Little Beach is very near to Makena Beach also know as Big Beach, but you cannot access Little beach by car Life-long nudists, newcomers, and people from all walks of life enjoy the beauty of Little Beach. Little beach is one of the most crowded beach in Hawaii region. Little beach is around 1.8 Mile long. Little Beach is also known as Pu’u Ola’i Beach. This is, perhaps, the best spot in Hawaii for nude sunbathing. The swimming and snorkeling are excellent. There are very less facilities at little beach. Activities on Little beach are Sundays there’s fire dancing and a drum circle starting in the late afternoon and culminating at sunset.
Papohaku Beach In Molokai region there are no beaches which are unofficially designated as clothing-optional. Molokai is the least visited by tourist in the main Hawaiian Islands – not including Kaho’olawe which is closed to the public. This is not to say that you will not be able to find a long stretch of beach that will be yours alone and provide an opportunity for nude sunbathing. This beach extends over three miles of coastline and is more than 300 yards wide. If you want a private, secluded and beautiful beach, Papohaku is for you. Strong tradewinds coming from the west can whip up the sand along this long beach making it quite uncomfortable during windy weather. Papohaku is good for snorkeling and diving.
What to Do at a Beach Resort
August 20th, 2009
You’ve decided it’s is time for a family vacation, but you’re having a hard time narrowing down your options. You want to go to a beach resort, your spouse would like to go to the mountains, and the children are dying to go anywhere that isn’t here. But how do you choose where to go? If you’re trying to push the idea that a beach resort would be a great vacation destination, you should learn more about what it’s like to travel to a beach resort.
The Basics of a Beach Resort
The first thing to know is that, obviously, a beach resort offers great beach access. It’s not possible to have a beach resort that is away from a beach. However, you also have to realize that while some of the more popular beach resorts are on the ocean, other beach resorts rest on the side of a lake. As long as there is a sandy dune and water present, you can have a beach resort, so you need to decide how warm you’d like to be. If you’re looking for a warm, tropical style vacation, head to a Caribbean beach resort. For a cooler climate, look to a beach resort in northern areas of the country. It’s important to note, though, that this type of beach resort is typically only open during the warmer summer months.
The beach is the most obvious attraction in a beach resort. Most long to get out into the sun and rest on the quiet, warm sand. A beach resort is certainly the best way to achieve that, but a beach resort isn’t just a spot on the sand - it’s so much more.
Inclusive Beach Resorts
Many of the most popular beach resorts available have a number of things that you can do inside of the beach resort. If you’re looking to get pampered, you can book a luxury treatment at the spa inside of the beach resort. If you want to eat delicious cuisine, put on your best outfit and head down to the fine dining restaurant located directly in the beach resort. You can book scuba diving trips with the help of guides at the beach resort. Often you can rent boats from the beach resort. Most of the more popular beach resorts you will find also have babysitting services available, making it easy to enjoy yourself as an adult without having to worry about your children.
There are also many things for children to do at a beach resort. If you want to avoid the sand and the crowds, head to the swimming pool in the beach resort. Some beach resorts have waterfalls and slides that will delight and amaze most children. Many beach resorts also have amusements that are designed specifically for children who travel to beach resorts with their parents, and simply calling ahead can help you to learn what type of pastimes your beach resort has for your entire family.
A beach resort can be a great place to take a vacation, no matter what type of vacation you’re looking for.
Beach Holidays in India
August 19th, 2009
India enjoys a long coastline of 6000 km dotted with some of the most exquisite beaches of South Asia. These inviting beaches beckon thousands of tourists from all over the world. Thanks to these beaches and their paradisaical ambiance, India is emerging as one of the top destination for theme holidays. In fact, Beach Holidays in India in combination with its culture, traditions and heritage present heady cocktail which is seen nowhere in the world. Choosing your beach destination could be a perplexing task as India is replete with hundreds of good beaches which are unique in their own right.
Goa – the beach capital of India – is dotted with numerous beaches with a host of tourist facilities and hotels around them. No wonder then, Goa is thronged by tourists all the year round. Thanks to the beautiful beaches in Goa, the state is popularly called the pearl of the east.
Based on geography, Goan beaches can be divided in two parts – Northern Goa beaches and Southern Goa beaches. While north Goa beaches like Anjuna, Calangute, Baga, Miramar and Mobor are highly commercial and thronged by large number of vacationers, the south Goa beaches like Colva, Utorda, Varca, Betalbatim and Palolem offer more calm and quiet corners to hang around on the Beach Vacations in India.
Goan beaches are perfect for hiking, swimming, sun-bathing and water sports. Anjuna beach is famous for its rave parties and shopping facilities while Calangute and Baga are known for their water sports facilities like wind surfing, snorkeling, speed boating, water skiing, para sailing and deep sea fishing. The silvery beaches of Colva and Palolem are top draw amongst the tourists for their pristine beauty. They are more or less untouched by commercial activity.
If you are looking for more quieter beaches for your beach vacations, then some beaches in Gujarat such as Diu and Karnataka such as Gokarna (situated near Goa) will offer exactly what you are in search of. Tamil Nadu’s Mamallapuram beach and Orissa’s Gopalpur are also some of the finest beaches with tiny hamlets and colonial ruins in quiet ambience.
Kerala is famous for its lush greenery and natural beauty. There are numerous beach destinations in this God’s own country: Kovalam, Varakala, Fort Kochi, Kappad, Cherai, Alleppey, Bekal, Beypore, Marai and many more. All these beaches have their own individuality and charm. No matter where you go in Kerala, you will surely experience a memorable beach holidays in India.
Kerala Beaches also offer a range of water sports and adventure sports. If adrenaline rush is your thing then catamaran sailing, speed boating and scuba diving are for you. Those who don’t want to indulge in these sports can relax and unwind on the beach having sun bath, angling or just hiking around.
Beach holidays in India will surely offer an experience of a lifetime during your visit to the country. Just make sure you make the most of your time and have fun on offer at your destination of your choice.
Everything You Need to Know About Beach Towels
August 18th, 2009
If you are planning a trip to the shore, one of the most important things to bring is your beach towel. Beach towels give you a comfortable place to sun bathe, a sand-free place to picnic, and a way to dry yourself off after a dip in the water. Whether you’re enjoying a roasted pig on Hawaii’s beautiful shoreline or you’re getting a bronze tan along the beaches of Mexico, you can bet that your beach towel will always come in handy when outdoors. Beach towels come in many sizes, styles, and designs, including nice big beach towels for the whole family, cute hooded towels ones for the kids, and trendy towels for teens. If you have a big family or spend a lot of time at the pool, buying wholesale beach towels in bulk will save you a lot of money. Read on to learn more about discount beach towels and how you can get cheap wholesale beach towels.
What are wholesale beach towels?
You can buy wholesale beach towels in bulk a discounted price. Wholesale vendors usually sell large batches of goods at a lower price. Retail stores then markup these bulk towels to make a profit. Thanks to the ease of Internet shopping, you can buy wholesale towels online in bulk or search for closeout deals in the off season. Consider quality when purchasing wholesale beach towels. How soft and absorbent is the beach towel? Higher thread count towels tend to feel more luxurious. Most towels are made from cotton or a blend of cotton and other synthetic fibers. Egyptian cotton is one of the finest towel textiles and Turkish cotton is also gaining prestige. Many environmentally-conscious consumers are also searching for eco-friendly fabrics like organic cotton. Textiles made from bamboo are both earth-friendly and naturally anti-bacterial.
Why buy wholesale beach towels?
Perhaps the most obvious benefit of buying wholesale beach towels is the discounted price. The money that you save from buying cheap beach towels can go into your savings account and cover your little extra vacation expenses, like a decadent dessert or a special souvenir. Buying beach towels in bulk is also more convenient. Buy beach towels in bulk from a wholesale shop and you’ll be stocked up for several seasons. You can even get beach towels in bunches to supply your entire family with matching towels on your next outing. Summer camps, beach clubs, and swim teams may also need a large volume of identical beach towels. Retail stores may not have enough stock to supply the order and you would have to pay full retail price. If you purchase wholesale beach towels instead, you will be able to fill your entire order and get the discounted beach towels for a great deal. Companies and organizations can even buy wholesale beach towels and have a logo added. Personalized wholesale beach towels make a fun giveaway item or party favor at company picnics or beach parties.
How can you buy wholesale beach towels?
You will find a number of vendors that sell wholesale beach towels at discount prices. Research the Internet to select the right type of beach towel and then search online wholesalers to find the best deal on cheap beach towels. Comparing prices online is a good money saving strategy. Many wholesale shops sell directly through the Internet, even offering online product catalogs that you can easily browse through. You can also find discounted beach towels from online classifieds and e-commerce shops. No matter what your needs, wholesale stores can supply you with the perfect beach towels at just the right price.
Phuket Beaches
August 17th, 2009
Phuket Island is one of the most popular travel destinations of Thailand. One of the main reasons why so many tourists visit Phuket each year is because Phuket has some of the finest beaches in all of Asia. If you love beach holidays then you should definitely consider visiting Phuket on vacation.
Phuket has a large number of beautiful white sandy beaches and most of these amazing Phuket beaches are located on the west coast of the island. If you are planning a trip to Phuket Island then there are several beaches which you should definitely visit and spend some time at. I have listed for you some of the best beaches of Phuket down below.
Nai Harn Beach
Nai Harn beach is my favorite beach on Phuket and many expats prefer to spend their free days at this spectacular beach. There are only a few Phuket resorts at Nai Harn beach which is why you won’t feel crowded at this Phuket beach. There are however a number of great little seafood restaurants along the beach of Nai Harn and prices are generally very affordable. If you are looking for activities then you will also be happy at Nai Harn beach as there is a number of water sport companies located at this beach in Phuket.
Surin Beach
Another very popular Phuket beach among the expat population is Surin beach which is located between Phuket Laguna and Kamala beach. This long white sandy beach is also home to some of the finest seafood restaurants of Phuket. This Phuket beach generally only gets a bit crowded during the high season. There are a few Phuket resorts located in the Surin beach area however this area of the island is generally better known for its high end real estate projects.
Patong Beach
Patong beach is one of the most crowded Phuket beaches however many travelers certainly seem to prefer this. You will never get bored at Patong beach as there are plenty of beach vendors, massage ladies and water sport companies offering you jet skiing, water skiing and parasailing. If you enjoy shopping then please note that there are plenty of shops and boutiques which line the beach road of Patong.
Kata Beach
One of the most popular Phuket beaches is most certainly Kata beach which is located just south of Patong beach. Kata beach is one of the longest beaches of Phuket so you can enjoy up to a certain level of privacy when spending the day at Kata beach. The water of the Andaman Sea is generally very calm during the tourist high season. During the low season there are some waves and during this period of the year you will find local surfers hanging out at this wonderful Phuket beach.