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  "id": 1616783,
  "title": "The coolest summer beach clubs around the world in 2026",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/the-coolest-summer-beach-clubs-around-the-world-in-2026",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-18T02:46:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The National UAE",
    "slug": "the-national-uae",
    "url": "https://www.thenationalnews.com/magazine/2026/08/18/the-coolest-summer-beach-clubs-around-the-world-in-2026/"
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  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "In 2026, the world's most glamorous beach clubs have expanded beyond the Mediterranean, with new destinations emerging along the North Coast of Egypt and in Lebanon. These clubs blend resort, restaurant, and fashion elements, offering day-long experiences that include designer cabanas, Michelin-level dining, and internationally renowned DJs.\n\nIn Egypt, SouthMED's Kyma Beach, developed by Talaat Moustafa Group in partnership with Dubai's Rikas Hospitality Group, has quickly become a hotspot for the summer. The Greek-inspired venue showcases Cycladic architecture and hosts electronic music performances. La Plage by La Maison Ani has brought chef Izu Ani's Riviera-inspired dining philosophy from Dubai to Hacienda White, offering a blend of understated elegance and long afternoons that transition smoothly into sundowners. Villa Coconut Hotel at Zoya Ghazala Bay marks Missoni Resort Club's first hospitality collaboration in Africa, featuring signature zigzags, kaleidoscopic color palettes, and custom furnishings.\n\nSa ada Sahel Beach in Ras El Hekma is a design-led newcomer, furnished by Italian outdoor furniture specialist Paola Lenti and overseen by chef Omar Dhiab. Esca Playa in Sidi Abdel Rahman continues to attract a loyal following, while Se by Oceanblue in historic Byblos offers an energetic beach lounge with contemporary design and open-air music near one of the world's oldest ports.\n\nIn Lebanon, Karen Wazen's eponymous beach club has introduced a polished resort atmosphere to Beirut's Aishti Rooftop, featuring rooftop pools, sweeping Mediterranean views, and a fashionable sunset crowd. North of Beirut, Isar Beach Club offers rustic coastal dining, barefoot luxury, and horseback rides along the shoreline. Calico Beach Club in Anfeh is known for its infinity pool and uninterrupted sunset views, while Ile Beach Bar in Batroun presents a minimalist destination where craft drinks are served against a photogenic coastline.\n\nFashion continues to move onto the sand, with luxury brands transforming coastlines into temporary extensions of their boutiques. Jacquemus has taken over Blue Beach Club at Mandarin Oriental in Bodrum, Turkey, wrapping Paradise Bay in its monochrome stripes. Monte-Carlo Beach in Monaco is dressed in soft powder-blue stripes by Emporio Armani, while Dior has expanded its Dioriviera universe to Il Riccio in Capri and D Maris Bay in Turkey, among other locations.",
  "summary": "There was a time when the world's most glamorous beach clubs belonged almost exclusively to the Mediterranean. Capri had its dramatic views, Saint-Tropez its high-energy day parties and Mykonos its endless soundtrack of house music. This summer, however, the map has shifted. From Egypt's North Coast to the shores of Lebanon, a new generation of beach destinations is proving that the art of…",
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        "outlet": "The National Business",
        "title": "The coolest summer beach clubs around the world in 2026",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/the-coolest-summer-beach-clubs-around-the-world-in-2026-1622200",
        "published": "2026-08-18T02:46:00.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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