The beach is where many go for respite from just about anything, to cure an open wound, connect with nature, or to simply soak up the sun.
In Jamaica, specifically, many go to the beach to ‘wash off’ – take a bath in the vast ocean to rid themselves of negative vibes.
According to msn.com, there are roughly 20 beaches in the world that are considered dangerous. Now, danger, like the waves at beaches, come in tides, ie, there’s levels to it.
Some kinds of danger mentioned include possible interaction with lethal species, treacherous terrains, kidnappings, shark attacks, and even strong current pose potential threats for some beachgoers.
This can be a little overwhelming, so let’s start with the four most dangerous beaches closest to us in the tropics. Loop News does a deep dive. 
1 Acapulco, Guerrero, Mexico
Acapulco is considered Mexico’s original beach resort; Acapulco once attracted the country’s rich and famous with its palm-fringed crescent bay and lively nightlife. The resort, situated on Mexico’s Pacific Coast, is home to some of the country’s best beaches: from the endless yellow sands of Pie de la Cuesta to the dainty and secluded Playa Angosta. However, the resort has developed a reputation as one of the most dangerous cities in the world, as well as being dubbed Mexico’s ‘murder capital’ after 874 people were killed there in 2018. Kidnappings and murders are reportedly commonplace in the area and heavily armed police and soldiers can often be seen patrolling the beach. In 2022, there were 556 murders reported in the tourist city.
2 Volusia County beaches, Florida, USA
Blessed with year-round sunshine and balmy temperatures, Volusia County’s beaches are some of Florida’s most coveted. New Smyrna and Daytona are especially popular, with sun-seekers and surfers flocking there to enjoy the pristine stretches of sand and good surf. Yet Volusia County is also officially the shark bite capital of the world, so visitors enter the water at their peril. Although statistically getting bitten by a shark is unlikely, Volusia County has a five-year annual average of nine attacks. Meanwhile, Florida had the most unprovoked shark bites in the US in 2022, at 16 in total, according to the Florida Museum of Natural History’s Shark Attack File.
3 Amazon beaches, Brazil
Brazil’s Amazon basin is best known for its lush rainforest, but it boasts gorgeous freshwater beaches along the Amazon River too. Alter do Chão, pictured, is a particularly enticing and remote riverside beach with a small island, Ilha do Amor (Island of Love) in the middle. But visitors should hold off diving into the tempting waters if they’re feeling the humidity. Numerous deadly creatures are to be found beneath, including sharp-toothed piranhas, anacondas, and electric eels, among others, all of which can inflict potentially lethal wounds.
4 Maho Beach, St Maarten, the Caribbean
At first glance, Maho Beach on St Maarten’s southwest shore looks like the ultimate tropical paradise with soft sands, clear waters, and a laid-back vibe. But it’s not a beach where you go for peace and quiet. The beach is directly underneath the landing path to Princess Juliana International Airport, one of the world's scariest airports due to its short runway. Aviation enthusiasts come here to watch planes take off and take selfies with the low-flying jets. Yet the jet blasts can be lethal: in 2017, a woman was tragically killed after standing too close to the fence where the runway meets the beach. Visitors are advised to stay away from the fences and there are large danger signs around the borders of the airport.
