#beach-culture

#beach-culture

Fifty years ago, a glitchy yet terrifying animatronic shark persuaded movie audiences never to go in the water again. Luckily-for the photographer Tod Papageorge, at least-it didn't keep people off the beaches.

When spending a day at Rockaway Beach, it's essential to embrace the local beach etiquette, respecting your neighbor's space while enjoying the communal vibe.

You feel more connected with nature. I had stress. I thought how I do I get rid of it? Get naked! I get to be myself in nature. Nobody is here.

Crab Island is a submerged sandbar, not an island, where locals and tourists enjoy vibrant gatherings with various watercraft and party vibes.

I own exactly two bikinis. One black, one red. That's it.