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If you've ever heard the phrase, "Life's a beach," you probably wondered what does it actually mean. A seagull swooping in and stealing your wallet? Or maybe that beached whales are some profound allegory for our society? Well, probably neither but it's fun to entertain the possibilities.

We here at Bored Panda have compiled a series of the most unexpected things that took place at the seashore and it turns out, these pictures have the answers to the questions above. So if you thought that nothing ever really happens on a beach day, let us prove you wrong. It's not just lazing around and baking in the sunshine. The same water you're washing your troubles away can also spit out a giant squid right in your face. The sad part, though, is that it's not all that exciting. Or romantic. There's always a balding, middle-aged man to photobomb your best shots. But hey, at least you’ll never get bored with all these funny people around you.

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Her Name Is Argiro And She Likes To Dry Up On This Chair That The Locals Saved For Her

Her Name Is Argiro And She Likes To Dry Up On This Chair That The Locals Saved For Her

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This must be in Greece. Argyro means 'silvery' in Greek, it's a relatively common name. So sweet. And she is kinda silvery too :)

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What's cool about visiting the beach -- even the same one -- is that they are ever-changing environments so it'll be a little different every time you come back. Within one human lifetime, a shoreline can grow or shrink by tens of feet due to the action of waves, wind, storms, floods and other weather conditions. 

Waves can erode beaches and carry material to other areas, widening shorelines. They can also erode the bases of cliffs until they collapse, changing the coastline overnight. The wind blows sand beyond the waves, forming sand dunes which are eventually colonized by plants. The vegetation slows the wind, preventing it from blowing the sand away and the dunes continue growing larger and larger. There's always something going on.

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My Lady Friend Wanted A Piggy Back Picture On The Beach And A Random Biker Watching The Sunset Said He Wanted One Too

My Lady Friend Wanted A Piggy Back Picture On The Beach And A Random Biker Watching The Sunset Said He Wanted One Too

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And if this leaves you craving for a new adventure, try to look for a beach that has a Blue Flag status. Blue Flag criteria include quality, safety, environmental education and information standards, the provision of services and general environmental management criteria. This means that they are safe, the water quality is great, and there are plenty of things to experience. They are in most countries around the world with a total of 4,154 Blue Flags waving across the globe.

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A Radical Concept. Bali 2017

A Radical Concept. Bali 2017

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Tessa
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Pretend it´s 1995? So I should put headphones on, turn on walkman, read a book or a newspaper...People ignored each other since the beginning of times. Im so tired of those "technology ruined people" posts. Also who the f expects wifi on the beach?

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Marky Mark And The Funky Bunch
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I loved 1995. If I wanted to 'tag' a friend I would reach across the table and touch them with my hand.

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Evan Martin
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And what's holding you back from doing that now...you just have another option when someone isn't right next to you. Sure you can use it as an excuse to be lazy...doesn't mean you have to!

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Liz Strevens
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I really hate it when total strangers think that they are entitled to tell me what do.

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Anna Repp
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I'm sick of these signs! Meeting wi-fi does not mean you are planning to use it to ignore people. Or even if it does, it's nobody's business except my own. I hate to be told what to do and why by random people who don;t even know me.

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Mary Rose Kent
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And stay there forever? Because if you give up your whole future, that’s what’s left. I could understand this if you’re 95, but if you’re young, you have no idea how much better life can get.

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Teri Wadding
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

A school bus driver told me a kid asked her for the WIFI password....

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Teri Donovan
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I live in NE FL a block from the ocean. I don't even take my phone to the beach.

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Kordiark Lindworm
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is Bali? Never seen its sign in Bali. Anyone know what beach this is? Best guess is Kuta...

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Molly E
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I saw this before at a restaurant, but half the people were still on their phones. Curse data! Lol

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Nicola Quinn
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We were there for Nyepi day last year, they actually switch off ALL electricity and there is no internet at all....it was AMAZING!!

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Shull GaRett
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Thats inhuman!!!! I want my electromagnetic waves there too ;)

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We Took My Cat To The Beach And There Happened To Be A Professional Dancer Having A Photo Shoot

We Took My Cat To The Beach And There Happened To Be A Professional Dancer Having A Photo Shoot

Obviously this happened because Buns' day wasn't confusing enough.

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I have never heard of someone taking their cat to the beach... is this a thing?? It sounds marvelous!

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Saw This Guy On The Beach. He Said His Grandkids Bought Him This Shirt

Saw This Guy On The Beach. He Said His Grandkids Bought Him This Shirt

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I Was Stood Taking A Photo Of My Girlfriend In The Sea, Then Realised So Was Every Other Instagram Boyfriend

I Was Stood Taking A Photo Of My Girlfriend In The Sea, Then Realised So Was Every Other Instagram Boyfriend

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You Have To Stay 10' Feet Away From The Wild Ponies On Assateague, Even If They Steal Your Spot

You Have To Stay 10' Feet Away From The Wild Ponies On Assateague, Even If They Steal Your Spot

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This Perfect "Story In Three Panels" Of My Cousin

This Perfect "Story In Three Panels" Of My Cousin

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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

People bash on pigeons all the time, but seagulls are far higher up in the rankings of sky-rats. Right bastards, all of them.

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My Boyfriend Decided To Take My Dog To The Beach Today For Some “Quality” Time Together

My Boyfriend Decided To Take My Dog To The Beach Today For Some “Quality” Time Together

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Sleep Meister
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4 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"I am so going to pee in your shoes when i get out of here. FEAR ME! FEAR......MEEEE!"

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Creative Sprite Ad, Creepy Chair Guy

Creative Sprite Ad, Creepy Chair Guy

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Carol Emory
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4 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah someone needs to check the local sex offenders database...*shudder....

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#25

Finally An Answer To The Age Old Question "Do Raccoons On A Beach In Panama City, Feel Like Fritos?"

Finally An Answer To The Age Old Question "Do Raccoons On A Beach In Panama City, Feel Like Fritos?"

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Dodge Tried To Shoot A Commercial For A $60,000 Truck At My Local Beach

Dodge Tried To Shoot A Commercial For A $60,000 Truck At My Local Beach

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Saw This Inspirational Beach Message This Morning

Saw This Inspirational Beach Message This Morning

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