20 cool retro shots of how you relaxed on the beaches in the 30s
The sultry summers, the heat and the scorching sun leave us nothing but a saving holiday on the beach by the cool water. Yes, we don’t complain too much! After all, what could be better than warm sand under your feet, the sound of the surf, a refreshing breeze and fun beach activities? Someone lies motionless in the sun all day, others tirelessly splashing in the waves, some spend hours playing active games on the coast - a common picture. Or not?
We decided to find out how people relaxed on the beaches of the world in the first half of the last century, and found a series of interesting photographs that show what vacationers were doing near the water, what kind of entertainment was in use and what beach dresses were in fashion. Watch it!
Venice Beach, Los Angeles
The swimming season is open.
Beach surfers
Surfboards then looked more like kayaks.
Rabbit race
One of the activities on the beach in California.
Road to the beach
Venice Beach, Los Angeles, California.
Beach animators
Small productions for vacationers.
Playing with a dog on the beach
When the water is still cold.
Waiting for the big wave
Surfers on the boards.
Measurement of a man's bathing suit
Tribute to the laws of modesty.
Volleyball on stilts
Original entertainment on the beach of Venice.
Mom with a child on the beach
Time for sunbathing.
Dancing on the beach
Spontaneous dances of gifted improvisers to jazz music.
Robot and women
The inventor is envious of his creation.
Children play in the sand
The bathing season is still far away.
Girls run along the beach
Original memorable photo.
Men posing for a photographer
Each in an original costume.
Beach bowling
During the break, the girls pose for a photo on Venice Beach.
Walk along the promenade
Vacationers had the opportunity to walk along the illuminated sidewalk.
Dance floor
Dancing to the sound of the surf.
Beach accordion
Music attracted many gulls.
Funny girls on the beach
Well, how not to fool around.