The New York Times – Travel:
A parched corner of an island often called the eighth continent rewards intrepid visitors with hidden pools, celestial wonders and extraordinary wildlife.
Category: Swimming
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Iceland’s Pools and Hot Tubs Are Now UNESCO-Recognized. Some Locals Aren’t Thrilled.
The New York Times – Travel:
Iceland’s swimming pools and hot tubs serve as hubs of social life, a cultural distinction recently honored by UNESCO. Some Icelanders aren’t so thrilled.
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5 Hotels With Options for Wild Swimming
The New York Times – Travel:
These properties offer easy access to enticing natural waters, from a crystal blue Caribbean cove to bracing Scottish lochs.
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5 Hotel Pools Perfect for Swimmers
The New York Times – Travel:
Many hotel pools are built with children and sun-seekers in mind: too short, too warm and too crowded. These, in cities across the U.S., let you get your laps in, in style.
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Swimming in the Rivers and Springs of the Dominican Republic
The New York Times – Travel:
A world away from the country’s luxury all-inclusive beach resorts, cool, aquamarine natural pools tempt travelers to jump in and feel the tingle.
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John Devitt, Champion Swimmer With a Tarnished Gold Medal, Dies at 86
The New York Times – Sports:
He won two Olympic gold medals for Australia, but the second was awarded after a disputed finish — one of the more freakish moments in sports history.
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Tours for the Swimming-Obsessed
The New York Times – Travel:
Swimming island to island in the Adriatic, gliding over coral reefs in the Caribbean, dipping into Iceland’s freezing waters and steamy hot springs: Travel companies are building entire tours around organized swims.
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After a Mental Health Break, Caeleb Dressel Returns to the Pool
The New York Times – Sports:
Caeleb Dressel, the seven-time Olympic champion, swam in the nationals after taking a break for mental health reasons. He didn’t win, but he loved everything about being back, even the chlorine.