Holidaymaker Collection (#18)

Danger notice on beach, Penhale Sands, Cornwall
Danger notice on the beach at Penhale Sands, Cornwall -- due to wind direction, strictly no inflatables allowed in the sea today. Date: circa 1970s

Sunset at Long Beach, Long Island, New York, USA, with people strolling on the Esplanade. Date: circa 1920s

Hotel Nassau and Beach, Long Beach, New York, USA, with lifeguards and lifeguard station. Date: circa 1920

Scene on the Esplanade, Long Beach, New York, USA, with a postcard stand on the left and the Hotel Nassau in the right distance. Date: circa 1920

Jolly British gent sitting on beach in front of a restaurant. Date: circa 1920s

Young girl in remarkable woollen ensemble on beach
Young girl in remarkable woollen ensemble (dress and hat with white fur trim) on a sandy British beach with bucket and spade in hand Date: circa 1920s

Holidaymakers on the beach at Looe, Cornwall. Date: circa 1980s

Mother and child standing on the beach - France Date: 1920s

Two boys playing in the harbour, St Ives, Cornwall
Two boys playing in the harbour at St Ives, Cornwall, swinging on ropes at the back of a boat. 1970s

Two boys in the harbour, St Ives, Cornwall
Two boys paddling in the harbour, St Ives, Cornwall, near a boat called Josephine. Date: 1970s

Holidaymaker feeding herring gulls, Cornwall. Date: circa 1970s

Holidaymakers on the harbour beach, St Ives, Cornwall
Holidaymakers relaxing on the harbour beach, St Ives, Cornwall. Date: 1960s

Holidaymakers feeding gulls, St Ives, Cornwall. 1960s

Holidaymakers on the beach, St Ives, Cornwall
Holidaymakers enjoying the sunshine on the beach, St Ives, Cornwall. Date: 1960s

People relaxing at a holiday camp, Devon
People relaxing in a grassy area at a holiday camp in Devon, with chalets in the background. Date: 1950s

Tennis court at a holiday camp, Paignton, Devon
Tennis court at a holiday camp in Paignton, Devon, with holidaymakers and chalets. Date: 1950s

Scene at a holiday camp, Paignton, Devon
Scene at a holiday camp in Paignton, Devon, with modern chalets and holidaymakers. Date: 1950s

Swimming pool at a holiday camp, Paignton, Devon
Holidaymakers at a swimming pool in a holiday camp at Paignton, Devon, with chalets in the background. Date: 1950s

Tourists and holidaymakers at Lands End, Cornwall, showing a sign giving the distance to John o Groats and other distant places. Date: circa 1980s

Hiawatha Hotel, Long Beach, York, Maine, USA. circa 1910

Scene near Fairmount Hotel, York Beach, Maine, USA
Scene with holidaymakers near the Fairmount Hotel, York Beach, Maine, USA. Date: circa 1910

Young woman in a boat at Newquay harbour, Cornwall. Date: circa 1980s

Aerial view of the beach at Newquay, Cornwall, full of holidaymakers. Date: circa 1980s

Holidaymakers on the beach, Plymouth Hoe, Devon
Holidaymakers on the beach and in the sea at Plymouth Hoe, Devon. Date: circa 1960s

Women on a beach at a seaside resort
Women sitting on a beach at a seaside resort with a row of bathing tents nearby. Date: circa 1920s

Seaside resort with hotels, beach huts and holidaymakers. Date: circa 1920s

Woman on a beach at a seaside resort, 1930s 1930s

Holidaymaker by Railing, Unknown location, England. Date: 1950s

Holidaymaker, Boscombe, Dorset
Holidaymaker, Boscombe, near Bournemouth, Dorset, England. Showing Beach Huts Date: 1950s

Holidaymaker Couple, Weymouth, Dorset, England. Date: 1930s

Holidaymaker Couple, Lowestoft, Suffolk, England. Date: 1930s

View of the harbour, Lynmouth, Devon, with cars and holidaymakers. Date: circa 1960s

Holidaymakers riding donkeys on a beach
Holidaymakers riding donkeys sidesaddle on a beach. Date: early 20th century

Edwardian holidaymakers on a cliff at a seaside resort. Date: early 20th century

Woman holidaymaker in a deckchair
A woman holidaymaker sitting in a deckchair in front of a caravan which appears to have been adapted from an old railway carriage

A Famous Shimmy
circa 1950: A young holidaymaker in Bognor Regis looking at a machine which promises to reveal how Gilda Gray Demonstrates Her Famous Shimmy. (Photo by Erich Auerbach/Getty Images)

The Wall Nut - Effeminate young gent pondering the scene
The " Wall-Nut" - An effeminate (Metro-sexual?!) young gent pondering the scene from his perch on the promenade wall of a seaside resort

Racing Illustrated - A doubtful starter - a seaside donkey is les than keen on taking a corpulent holidaymaker for a stroll across the sand... Date: circa 1903

A girl in need of rescue - Comic Postcard
A humorous American seaside postcard with the caption: " Just a Mere Maid looking for a LIfe Guard!" An attractive girl in a revealing red swimsuit calls for help

View of sandy beach with RNLI Lifeguards on standby, Fistral Beach, Fistral Bay, Newquay, Cornwall, England, July

Holidaying on Capri, historical artwork C018 / 7031
Holidaying on Capri. 1869 engraving of holidaymakers arriving on the island of Capri, Italy

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"Capturing the Joy of Holidaymakers: From Coastal Retreats to Exotic Destinations" Transporting us back in time, a glimpse of the New Brighton Tower in Wallasey, Cheshire takes us to an era between 1898 and 1921 when holidaymakers sought amusement and breathtaking views. The bowling green at a holiday camp in Paignton, Devon invites visitors to enjoy friendly competition amidst stunning coastal scenery – a perfect way to unwind and connect with fellow vacationers. In August 1931, the seafront at Sidmouth, Devon witnessed sun-kissed holidaymakers relishing their summer escape by strolling along the promenade or basking on sandy shores. September 1928 saw Portreath in Cornwall become a haven for beach enthusiasts seeking tranquility as they soaked up the last rays of sunshine before autumn's arrival. Ariel Sands Beach Club in Bermuda beckons travelers with its pristine sands and crystal-clear waters – an idyllic spot where they can indulge in relaxation under swaying palm trees. Campbell Parade at Bondi Beach, Sydney offers endless opportunities for adventure seekers who wish to ride waves or simply soak up Australia's vibrant beach culture while enjoying stunning ocean vistas. Nestled on Elbow Beach Surf Club's golden sands, Bermuda presents an exquisite retreat where vacationers can revel in luxurious amenities while immersing themselves in paradise-like surroundings. A timeless tradition unfolds as families gather around Punch and Judy shows on Cornwall's picturesque beaches – laughter fills the air as these beloved characters entertain young and old alike. Mirror dinghies gracefully glide across Newquay's coastline in Cornwall - capturing both thrill-seekers' hearts and nature lovers' admiration with their elegant presence against a backdrop of crashing waves.