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Fox News
2 days ago
- Fox News
Sunset seekers on famed island clash as picturesque views draw huge tourist mobs
Tourists have blasted Santorini as overcrowded and stressful, saying the Greek island's famed sunsets are nearly impossible to enjoy due to massive crowds fighting for the best view.
Yahoo
06-07-2025
- Yahoo
Apostle Islands among 'most stunning sunsets' in the US, SIXT says
The Apostle Islands National Lakeshore has received yet another accolade for its scenery, recently being named a destination with one of the "most stunning sunsets" in the country by SIXT. The rental car company analyzed more than 200 locations across the U.S. based on air quality, Instagram hashtag popularity, TikTok search volume and Google search volume. Based on those metrics, the Apostle Islands took the 23rd spot on the list. Located in the northern portion of the Bayfield Peninsula, the nearly two dozen islands are complemented by 12 miles of Lake Superior shoreline. More: These are 7 of the most treasured views in Wisconsin. Here's how to find them SIXT Head of Partnerships Jen Adams told the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel in an email that destinations like the Apostle Islands "have earned their place in the spotlight for good reason." "With its dramatic skies and unforgettable views, Apostle Islands National Lakeshore consistently draws travelers eager to witness the magic for themselves," Adams said. "These sunsets are not just photogenic, they are proof that sometimes the most popular places online really do live up to the buzz." You can read SIXT's full "most stunning sunsets" list on its website. Here are the top 25 U.S. destinations with the prettiest sunsets, per SIXT: Calcite Springs (Wyoming) Skagit Valley (Washington) Kilauea Crater (Hawaii) Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park Jenne Farm (Washington) Yellowstone National Park Penn Cove (Washington) Au Sable Light Station (Michigan) Paradise Meadow (Washington) Inspiration Point (Wyoming) Mackinac Bridge (Michigan) North Bar Lake (Michigan) Big Glen Lake (Michigan) Grand Teton National Park (Wyoming) Grand Prismatic Spring (Wyoming) Lake Michigan (Michigan) Overall Run Falls (Virginia) Little Stony Man (Virginia) Haleakala Crater (Hawaii) Molokini Crater (Hawaii) Wrangell-St. Elias National Park (Alaska) The Grand Canyon (Arizona) Apostle Islands National Lakeshore (Wisconsin) O'Callaghan Tillman Memorial Bridge (Nevada) Echo Bay (Nevada) More: 2 Wisconsin spots among most beautiful in the nation according to Conde Nast Traveler More: This Wisconsin destination was named one of the best places to travel in 2025 This article originally appeared on Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: SIXT 'most stunning sunsets': Wisconsin's Apostle Islands among top 25
Telegraph
03-06-2025
- Climate
- Telegraph
Why sunsets will be more vibrant this week
Sunsets are likely to be more vibrant this week as smoke from Canadian wildfires blows across Britain. Nearly 100 wildfires have been burning out of control across Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Ontario in the past few weeks, with the provinces declaring states of emergency and 25,000 people being forced to evacuate their homes. Satellite imagery from the Copernicus weather satellite shows the smoke has crossed the Atlantic and reached Europe, with thick plumes in the atmosphere above Ireland and southern Britain. Experts said the skies may appear hazier because the sun is blocked out by the extra pollution, while sunsets could be particularly spectacular over the next few days when more smoke arrives. Nick Silkstone, a meteorologist with the Met Office, said: 'We believe the densest part of the smoke plume will remain around three kilometres above the UK, and there aren't expected to be any signs of smoke or reduced air quality at the surface. 'The main factor the public may notice from ground level is that any sunshine will be quite hazy – even in any patches of cloudless sky. 'Because the smoke particles will scatter some blue light, it is likely that the colours of sunrises and sunsets will be more vibrant than usual.' Wildfires in Canada typically begin to flare up in April and May, with the situation this year being exacerbated by moderate drought and strong winds in mid-May. Dense smoke has also spread across other Canadian provinces and the US, with 22 million Americans placed under air quality alerts last weekend. Residents have been warned smoke could reach levels that are 'unhealthy for everyone'. Mark Parrington, senior scientist at the Copernicus Atmosphere Monitoring Service (CAMS), said: 'Up to the beginning of June, our data is showing that central regions of Canada have experienced a very intense few weeks in terms of wildfire emissions. 'This data, and the fact that we are able to observe the smoke in Europe, is a reflection of the scale of the fires and impacts they have been having in Manitoba and Saskatchewan.' Unlikely to affect air quality Wildfire smoke is made up of gaseous pollutants such as carbon monoxide, along with water vapour and particle pollution, which can be hazardous to health if near to the ground. Dr Ailish Graham, research fellow at the University of Leeds, said: 'It's unlikely that these wildfires will have an impact on surface air quality. 'Based on model forecasts from the CAMS, the smoke transported is at higher altitudes, which is common in these kinds of episodes.' She added: 'As a result of the smoke being at high altitudes it's very unlikely that people will be exposed to the smoke, or be able to smell it.' The first smoke from Canadian fires hit Europe on May 18, but new forecasts show thicker plumes will come this week.
