The following written confession was submitted via email: On July 10th 2022, I was lying on a hammock in the garden of the apartment block where I live, in Youghal, Co Cork, Ireland, just enjoying the hot afternoon and watching the seagulls flying above me, when out of the blue (literally) a small, glowing white sphere, came over the roof of our building, directed itself down a little and then straightened out and flew straight over me….

Beaches often evoke images of relaxation and beauty, but some shorelines have darker reputations due to tragic events, shipwrecks, and mysterious disappearances, leaving behind restless spirits and eerie tales. As Memorial Day approaches in the U.S. and beachgoers prepare for their first beach excursion of the summer, you might explore these 10 haunted beaches around the world — or dive into their haunted histories and decide to plan a “staycation” instead!