A stunning black sand beach on Auckland’s west coast, famous for its surf, rugged cliffs, and a large gannet bird colony. Located near the picturesque village of Vik, this black sand beach ...

Winter transforms vistas as the skies darken, mountains rising from the horizon are dusted in snow and the seasonal passing ...

Auckland’s central business district is home to some of the city’s most popular attractions, including the Sky Tower, Auckland Art Gallery, and bustling waterfront areas like Viaduct Harbour and ...

A fast-tracked sand mining proposal is dredging up the painful past for local hapū members, who fear their voices will be ignored amid the rush.

Hundreds flocked to Muriwai Beach near Auckland to catch a glimpse of this strange-looking ... following an accident with an Icelandic container ship. This striking black-sand beach in Iceland becomes ...

Everything from hiking and biking to bird-watching and strolling along the park's black sand beaches can be enjoyed ... about 15 miles southwest of the Auckland CBD. There is no entrance fee ...

Piha Beach, New Zealand A rugged black sand beach near Auckland, this is a popular destination for surfing and stunning coastal views. Vik Beach, Iceland This beach is known for its striking black ...

Beaches don't need sparkling white shorelines to be beautiful. Don't believe us? Take a trip to Piha Beach to discover its fascinating black sand. Originating from Mount Taranaki's volcanic rocks, ...

Iceland's Vik Beach is one of the most breathtaking black sand beaches you'll ever see! Photo: iStock Move over, powdery white shores — there's something irresistibly dramatic about black sand ...

Past travelers were in awe of Punalu'u and said there was plenty of free parking, though they cautioned that the beach's black sand can get very hot. It will most likely take you some time to get ...

However, this particular beach may take the crown as the European country’s most breathtaking. Thanks to its volcanic activity, black sand beaches are found all over Iceland, with some of its ...