Behind-the-scenes

Inside another Coastal Living editor’s house…

This month the Daily Catch is taking a peek into some of our editors' houses. I thought I'd share mine for a little inspiration– just to show that you can bring the beach home whether you're by the sand or in the city.  "When it comes to my wardrobe, I know my personal style like my best friend. But when […]

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Inside a Coastal Living editor’s house…

Read below to find out how one of our graphic designer extraordinaires, Claire Cormany, infuses beachy style into her land-locked Birmingham, AL home. "I have saltwater in my blood. I come by it from a mother who embodies the spirit of the South Carolina coast and passed on her love of painting seascapes to me. Even though I can’t live […]

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2011 Ultimate Beach House, Week 1: Breaking Ground

Every new calendar year, Coastal Living breaks ground on what will be the year’s “Ultimate Beach House”—a seaside dwelling that we build from the ground up to showcase the best of coastal design (click here for photos of last year’s). We recruit one distinguished architect, one topnotch interior designer, and a very talented developer/building team (plus a slew of fantastic […]

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Iams ‘Your Coast’ Pet Photo Contest

You've probably noticed that we like to feature reader photos both online and in the magazine, and we wanted to let you know about a special contest we're running for our June issue. Thanks to Iams, we're offering a chance to win a year's supply of pet food. Simply visit CoastalLiving.com for how to submit and enter the ‘Your Coast’ […]

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Share Your Favorite Seafood Dives

We'd love to get your feedback for an upcoming story. What are your favorite dives to order the following dishes? You can submit your picks via the comments section or e-mail us: coastallivingmag@gmail.com. 1. Clam chowder 2. Seafood gumbo 3. Fried calamari 4. Mussels 5. Oysters 6. Fried shrimp 7. Crab cake 8. Fried clams 9. Fish-and-chips 10. Lobster roll […]

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Our Favorite Fantasy Islands: Behind-the-Scenes Photos

Check out secret footage from the Coastal Living editors who scoured islands in search of the best spots for foodies and adventurers to play. For the complete story, see page 49 of the February 2010 issue. "Richard Branson's sandbar island off Nekkar Island that we visit during a snorkel trip."—Steele Marcoux, design editor "Hiking to snorkel in Virgin Gorda's famous […]

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Send Us Your Lighthouse Photos!

We want to see your lighthouse photos for possible inclusion in the March 2010 issue. If chosen, your photo will be featured in a new column called "Your Coast" where we'll feature reader-submitted photos and stories. Hurry up! The deadline is December 15, 2009. Click here for how to submit your photo. Photo: Eric Roth

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The Story of a Cover

Check out photographer David Tsay's blog for his take on the December holiday poolside shot! See content from our holiday issue!

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Coming in December…

Here's a sneak peek at the next issue of Coastal Living. The Best Deals for Beach HolidaysWe bring you amazing holiday deals from coast to coast, plus fabulous resorts in Mexico, Bermuda, and the Caribbean. Pack your bags and get ready for reader-only discounts you don’t want to miss. Coast Lover’s Gift GuideFind something for everyone in your life—from décor […]

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Send Us Your Island Photos!

We want to see your island vacation photos for possible inclusion in the February 2010 island issue. Click here for more information on how to submit. The deadline is November 17, 2009. Photo: Laura Breault

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