Tidal pools offer calm seas, cold-water health benefits and ocean immersion, but experts warn swimmers to stay alert, and to ...

Read on for our pick of the world’s best tidal and seaside pools. Do note that some of these destinations are susceptible to tides and rough waters, so it’s best to seek them out when conditions are ...

Durban’s tidal pools are a highlight of its scenic coastline, offering safe, family-friendly spots to swim and enjoy the ocean. The pools are sheltered from the strong waves, making them ideal for ...

Cooling off on a hot day at the beach doesn’t have to involve braving the surf. Whether it’s a man-made bath or a natural pool hewn into a cliff face, these beautiful spots by the coast offer the ...

In Myrtle Beach, spending time at the beach usually means swimming in the ocean, laying in the sun or fishing. But if you know the right place, you can also hang out at tide pools. Tide pools in the ...

Making his way along the slippery landscape of a local tide pool, Kasey Eunice hops from wet rock to wet rock. The world here, he explains, is as teeming as it is vibrant. Purple sea urchins sway with ...

A 'magical' tidal pool that's popular with wild swimmers has been praised as the 'perfect' spot for a winter swim. Found in Cornwall, the 'stunning' pool could be especially attractive to people who ...

Kasey Eunice hops from wet rock to wet rock, making his way along the slippery landscape of a local tide pool. The world he explains is as teeming as it is vibrant. Purple sea urchins sway with the ...

Outdoor seawater pools offer an enchanting "dose of the wild in an enclave of safety", said The Guardian. These "sheltered" areas allow swimmers to enjoy the tide and "rich saltwater" while being ...

Southern California locals are blessed with more than our fair share of beautiful beaches. Some boast wide expanses of soft white sand while others feature rocky crags containing tiny sea life worlds ...