This Was No Boat Accident
by Steve West on September 20, 2007
Vacation Tip #2: Maybe you're into sharks, pun intended. I, myself, am not. For the longest time this has been my greatest fear; being eaten alive by a wild animal. I think it may have started with viewing Jaws the first time. BTW, thanks Spielberg - one of my favorite movies of all time has given me a life-long phobia. This website has created a list of the ten most shark infested beaches in the world. Interestingly, the United States claims four spots, two in Hawaii.
Two Replies to This Was No Boat Accident
Amy Austin | September 20, 2007
Go Florida! for being home of the "shark attack capital of the world"!!!
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Amy Austin | September 20, 2007
“Shark mauls horse in Brisbane River.” Enough said.
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