Frequently asked questions
What is Coast Radar?
Coast Radar is an information service that makes big use of maps to plot beaches, places of interest, activities, services, shops and accommodation. The maps are supplied by Google Maps technology. Coast Radar overlays the maps with markers that point to detailed information pages. Coast Radar is unique on the internet as it combines the following:
- Browse by category - pick a category from Beaches, Activities, Kit Bag and Services to find local information on the map.
- Where do you want to go? - use the quick jump located top right of all pages to search based on a location. This lists all categories local to your selected location.
- Draggable maps - Click and drag maps to adjust your map view.
- Satellite or map imagery - All maps can be adjusted to show a satellite or map view of your location that you can then zoom and adjust.
- Distance calculations - on the detailed pages all markers surrounding your chosen location have an "as the crow flies" distance calculation in miles and km.
General
The location markers don't look right.
All Coast Radar maps rely on location coordinates that may occasionally display incorrect results. To report incorrect locations or details please use our contact us page.
What do the different map pins mean?
Each marker or pin is colour coded and consistent across the Coast Radar maps:
- current selection
- Accommodation
- Beaches
- Services
- Kitshops
- Activities
On pages where all markers are displayed you can toggle the different markers on and off as you wish by selecting the tick box under the map.
How do I add a beach and beach review?
Simply click on the suggest a beach link and complete in the form. Reviews can be entered by clicking the add a review from the beach that you want to review. Entries are not visible until approved which is normally within 24 hours.
How do I add a place of interest or activity?
Simply click on the suggest a place link and complete in the form. Entries are not visible until approved which is normally within 24 hours.
How do I link to your website?
We welcome links to our site. It is best to find the page you want to link to, copy the address from the browser address bar and add appropriate text to describe. If you need any help or advise please use our contact us page.
Listings
Can I try a business listings?
We are so confident that our business listings are excellent value for money we provide the first month FREE. If in the first month you are not happy then you can cancel your subscription and no money will be taken. For more information see our advertiser page.
Listing Security Information
Coast Radar are committed to protecting your privacy and take our responsibilities regarding the security of information very seriously.
When paying for listing subscriptions your credit card information is sent to Coast Radar via PayPal. PayPal use the latest, most secure technology available, which encrypts all your personal and credit card details so that your credit or debit card details cannot be read. No credit card information is held by Coast Radar
Trouble Shooting
Why can't I see the map?
To view the map you need the latest Javascript enabled browsers. We would recommend using Firefox as we have found it works faster than other browsers. On some occasions the maps are too slow due to a combination of browser, older computer and broadband connection. If this is the case we would recommend you don't use the search by map but use the search for a location on the header of each page. This jumps selectively to your chosen location and does not need to gather as much information and so is much faster.
Which web browsers does Google Maps support?
Firefox 0.8+ (Windows, Mac, Linux)
IE 7.0+ (Windows)
Mozilla 1.4+ (Windows, Mac, Linux)
Netscape 7.1+ (Windows, Mac ,Linux)
Opera 8.02+ (Windows, Mac, Linux)
Safari 1.2.4+ (Mac)
I am having problems, what do I do?
If you are experiencing problems please contact us using our contact us page.
Accommodation Booking
How to book?
Our accommodation listings are provided by many different companies and Coast Radar is not responsible to taking the booking. Each accommodation details page will have a link for additional information or availability. These will take you away from the Coast Radar site onto the providers own website.
How to Cancel?
Bookings are between yourselves and the accommodation provider selected and you should follow information provided at the time of booking. Please note a cancellation charge may apply, depending on how far in advance you make the cancellation
Facebook Page
Our Facebook page allows discussion around any topic relating to the coast. We will also be using this to notify fans of new developments and also offers from suppliers. To become a fan and be kept informed either click on the Facebook image on the home page or search for "Coast Radar" when logged into Facebook.
Facebook Comments
Every listing page has the ability to leave and share comments. You can choose to leave a comment on the site only or also show the comment on your Facebook wall. If you are not a Facebook use just leave a name and email address.