Sentences with phrase «of coastal retreats»

There's still plenty of global warming and centuries of coastal retreats in the pipeline, so this is hardly a «benign» situation, as some have cast it.

Clarifying the pace of coastal retreats is incredibly important in judging how much, and how, to invest at any given time to limit losses over the long run.

On almost any aspect of the climate challenge, from the pace of coastal retreats to the fate of hurricanes in a warming world, there is a wide range of informed opinion — leaving aside intentional distortions.

But there are vast volumes of studies concluding that rising concentrations of greenhouse gases are already influencing the climate and will continue to raise the odds of fiercer floods, drier droughts and other disruptive changes, including a quickening pace of coastal retreats (and all as human populations soar in some of the world's most vulnerable places).

For something more low key, check out the attractive resorts of Acapulco, where you can enjoy all the delights of a coastal retreat.

The hotel offers fully furnished deluxe one and two bedroom apartments and comfortable hotel rooms, many with ocean views, the resort invites you to relax in privacy and comfort, immersed in the natural surroundings of this coastal retreat.

But when you dig beneath the headlines and paper abstracts, you see that we're still stuck with the same plausible range of coastal retreat that's been posited for many years — and is actually far less than what scientists were warning of when I wrote my 1988 Discover cover story.)

(The big question for coastal communities remains the rate of coastal retreat, not the total rise over many centuries.)

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As sea levels rise and disaster risks to coastal communities grow, some planners are broaching the idea of a «strategic retreat» from areas that face persistent floods and fires.

Located in historic Downtown Mystic, Spicer Mansion is the essence of refinement; a perfectly situated, luxury boutique retreat in the heart of coastal New England.

«The colliding forces of human fertility, submerging coastal zones, residential retreat, and impediments to inland resettlement is a huge problem.

Instead, Levy documented through LIDAR and time - lapse photography a rapid retreat of ground ice in Garwood Valley, similar to the lower rates of permafrost melt observed in the coastal Arctic and Tibet.

Then, as they moved into coastal North America after ice sheets there began retreating around 16,000 years ago, they could have continued to dine on a wealth of coastal foods.

Brooke included a «counsel's opinion'that the Water Act of 1989, which established the NRA, requires the authority to consider the option of retreat and the environmental benefits that might follow, whenever it assesses the cost of coastal defence projects.

The head of English Nature's coastal group, Geoff Radley, says the organisation's target is to generate 250 hectares of new salt marsh through managed retreat of Britain's coast each year.

Sediment is the key to managed retreat and all forms of soft coastal defence.

That may mean making politically unpalatable choices like retreat from current ocean shorelines, an effort actually under way in New York via buyouts of some coastal residents.

Global warming will also mean more forest fires; hurricanes hitting cities that are at present too far north of the equator to be affected by them; tropical diseases spreading beyond their present zones; the extinction of species unable to adapt to warmer temperatures; retreating glaciers and melting polar icecaps; and rising seas inundating coastal areas.

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Resorts: Certain parts of the state — the Deserts region, coastal communities, mountain resort towns — are renowned for five - star retreats, with many championship golf courses and tennis complexes, spectacular swimming pools, destination restaurants, and elegant spas (often open to the public).

In addition to the coastal resorts that established themselves in the «60s and «70s and any number of tomato - pelting, bull - running festivals made famous by Hemingway and the like, Spanish tourism nowadays seeks to cater to the visitor on the lookout for culture, for history, for sport, for spiritual retreats and food odysseys, riding, hiking climbing and skiing, painting and writing, winetasting and walking.

In addition to the coastal resorts that established themselves in the «60s and «70s and any number of tomato - pelting, bull - running festivals made famous by Hemingway and the like, Spanish tourism nowadays seeks to cater to the visitor on the lookout for culture, for history, for sport, for spiritual retreats -LSB-...]

Broome Beach Resort Management and Staff wish to welcome all guests to this relaxing retreat, situated at Cable Beach in the magnificent Western Australian coastal town of Broome.

Its beautiful coastal surroundings provide the feeling of a secluded retreat, while being close to the lively coastal towns of Cannon Beach and Manzanita.

Named after their daughter, the iconic Stephanie Inn opened in 1993 and has become the definition of a luxe coastal retreat.

Enjoy a Rainforest Retreat Some of the world's tallest and toughest trees reach to the heavens in the Pacific Northwest coastal rainforest.

Reminiscent of Spain's palaces, France's sun - washed coastal retreats and Florence's decorative arts, the Addison Mizner - designed resort is well suited to San Diego's warm climate and outdoor lifestyle.

As spectacular as they are, Norway's famous fjords - u-shaped coastal valleys created by retreating icebergs and subsequently filled by the waters of the Atlantic - tend to hog the limelight in any discussion of the country's natural beauty.

Reminiscent of Spain's palaces, France's sun - washed coastal retreats and Florence's decorative arts, the Addison Mizner - inspired resort is well suited to San Diego's warm climate and outdoor lifestyle.

Just north of San Francisco, HI Marin Headlands is a National Park retreat where beaches, meadows, and hillsides meet along dramatic coastal bluffs.

With a variety of configurations, the 31 bungalows are ideal for couples seeking a romantic retreat, families looking to get away and business travelers seeking coastal comfort.

Green's Pool Retreat is a stunningly handcrafted mud brick and timber dwelling set amongst coastal peppermint trees adjacent to the William Bay National Park, the coastal jewel of Western Australia's southern coastline.

The Sheraton Carlsbad Resort & Spa is a refreshing retreat in a charming coastal community north of San Diego.

«This picture is more than matched by the understated elegance of Benbellen Country Retreat high in this secluded coastal valley.

Make the most of your time in Perth's coastal, Trigg, and extend your stay at Trigg Retreat B&B to get a free night.

Warm coastal waters and pristine white - sand beaches welcome groups of all denominations for camps, conferences and religious retreats.

Trigg Retreat's luxury coastal bed and breakfast comes with a range of features and facilities in each of the 3 queen size rooms.

Anassa is a hillside, coastal retreat with 166 bedrooms and villas and four distinct restaurants in the north west of Cyprus.

Sprawl out across our outdoor coastal themed furniture in the sunshine, or retreat to the bar area under the shade of the canopy.

Arya Amed Beach Resort is a laidback resort in East Bali that is a great choice for those who want to enjoy the best of Amed, one of Balis premier dive resort areas.The three - and - a-half-star resort is located on Jalan Raya Bunutan, an approximate 100 km drive east from the Ngurah Rai International Airport in south Bali, and an hours drive from Candidasa, which is also one of the main gateways to Balis eastern region.Besides adventurers, divers and snorkelers, honeymooners will also find it a great retreat to enjoy with its quiet and exotic coastal settings.Among the popular excursions within the Karangasem regency include the royal water palace complex of Tirta Gangga and the islands â $ ˜mother temple of Besakih on the slopes of Mount Agung, Balis highest peak, which are all within a 45 - minute drive from Amed.

Make the most of your weekend breaks at over 50 Marriott hotels, from city getaways to country retreats, coastal breaks to Highland hideaways.

Located just 2 1/2 miles south of San Pedro Town, Pelican Reef Villas is a secluded, intimate coastal retreat surrounded by swaying palm trees, sandy beaches and warm ocean breezes.

Still, embarking on Sorrento holidays in Italy will offer up the typical pleasures of a coastal resort retreat, but with all the elegance associated with the splendour and extravagance of the country.

Situated just a few kilometres from one of the kingdom's most diverse nature reserves and captivating dormant volcanoes in Harrat Al Rahat, The Red Sea promises to emerge as a blissful coastal island retreat set against a back drop of the ancient ruins at Mada'in Saleh, renowned for its beauty and historical significance.

This quaint peaceful coastal retreat is nestled between the beautiful Marble Ranges and the tranquil waters of Mount Dutton Bay.

Its design honors the indelible style of visionary architect Addison Mizner (1872 — 1933) who drew his inspiration from Spain's palaces, France's sun - washed coastal retreats and Florence's decorative arts to define the revered communities of Palm Beach and Boca Raton.

The coastal areas of southern Europe offer a retreat into a simpler time.

Overlooking a rugged expanse of the Pacific Ocean in the charming coastal village of Mendocino, the Art Center is a highly regarded artistic and educational institution offering over 200 retreat - style classes each year in ceramics, fiber arts, fine arts, jewelry and sculpture.