Ancient CivilizationsGulf of Mars: Rover finds evidence of ‘vacation-style’ beaches on Mars Posted on February 26, 2025 by Administrator It might not be the most obvious place for a holiday. But Mars was once home to sun-soaked, sandy beaches with gentle, lapping waves, according to a new study. Researchers have discovered evidence of a ‘vacation-style’ environment on the Red Planet, despite there being no visible liquid on the surface of Mars today.