Whenever Danielle Ross tells people what she does for a living, she’s met with bemusement. After all, how many professional mermaid performers does one meet? “I explain that I do parties for kids and ...

Professional mermaids risk hypothermia, seasickness and the cling of skin-tight silicone, but the reward is becoming an ‘ocean ambassador’ – and a bit more colour in the world ...

We took a lesson from professional mermaids in how to swim and act like one. Heading to my mermaid lesson, I couldn't help but feel nervous. I had no idea what to expect. I knew I was going to put on ...

“Hearst Magazines and Verizon Media may earn commission or revenue on some items through the links below.” Gather round, plant fanatics: Succulents that look like mermaid tails exist. Whether your ...

Whether you're a fan of Disney's The Little Mermaid, a plant parent, or just missing the seaside, we're here to tell you about a very important thing: mermaid tail succulents! These magical plants ...

Whenever Anna Haskell is asked what she does for a living, she always makes sure she has her mobile phone handy. "When I say I’m a mermaid swimming instructor I’m usually met with a lot of blank ...

For those who think mermaids are lost to centuries-old sailors' tales, think again. Thanks to Eric Ducharme, mermaids are no longer a myth, and anyone can get their one-of-a-kind tail. Ducharme’s love ...

The magic of swimming as a mermaid is helping Kathryn Collings to manage a chronic pain condition which means she has to use a wheelchair when she is on dry land. But when she puts on her tail and ...