Beaches

Get travel inspiration for your next beach vacation, in the U.S. or abroad.

International beaches
A turquoise bay filled with small white boats, backed by a small pebble beach and tree-covered cliffs
International Beaches
I Live in Barcelona. These Are the 10 Beaches I Take My Friends To.
For tranquil waves and ancient towns, these are the best stretches of sand near Barcelona, some only 30 minutes away.
August 28, 2026 09:37 AM
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Jamie Ditaranto
International Beaches
Europe’s Most Beautiful Beaches Aren’t Always Where You Would Expect
June 27, 2026 03:59 AM
International Beaches
For Unrivaled Diving, Coastal Walks, and Crystalline Waters, These Are the World’s Most Beautiful Beaches
April 7, 2026 05:04 AM
Islands
21 Islands Where Italians Actually Go to Vacation
April 2, 2026 05:30 PM
Hotels We Love
The 31 Best Luxury Resorts and Hotels in the Caribbean You Should Book Right Now
March 3, 2026 10:04 AM

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Islands
White lighthouse on sea shore for commercial vessels navigation at wealthy waterfront neighborhood in island small town Boca Grande on Gasparilla Island in southwest Florida, USA
Islands
5 Dreamy Islands in Florida With Dolphins, Historic Towns, and Stone Crab Meals
July 23, 2026 05:16 PM
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Terry Ward
a landscape of tofino covered in greenery surrounded by the sea in the vancouver islands canada
Islands
Canada Has More Islands Than the U.S.—Here Are Its 7 Most Spectacular
July 1, 2026 04:12 PM
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Joel Balsam
Which Caribbean Island Should You Visit?
Islands
Which Caribbean Island Should You Visit?
June 9, 2026 01:18 PM
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Laura Begley Bloom

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U.S. Beaches
Anastasia Pagonis, with light brown hair wearing a white crop top and knee-length jean shorts and using a white cane, and her friend, a woman with dark blonde hair wearing a gray tee shirt and white pants, walk down the brick sidewalk in downtown Grand Rapids
Museums + Galleries
This Record-Setting Paralympian Discovered How Accessible Grand Rapids Is
Anastasia Pagonis came to Grand Rapids, Michigan, with few expectations. Sensory experiences and friendly locals made her feel welcome and included.
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U.S. Beaches
It’s Not Called the Ocean State for Nothing: 9 Rhode Island Beaches to Plan a Weekend Around
August 21, 2026 10:43 AM
U.S. Beaches
This Southern State Is the Most Underrated Beach Destination in the U.S.
August 2, 2026 01:38 PM
U.S. Beaches
These Are Southern California’s Most Beautiful Beaches
July 3, 2026 03:18 AM
U.S. Beaches
You’ll Find Seafood Shacks, Surf Spots, and Scenic Hikes in These Charming U.S. Beach Towns
June 22, 2026 01:33 PM

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The drone aerial view of Cofete beach in Fuerteventura Island, Canary Islands, Spain. Playa de Cofete, one of the best beaches in Fuerteventura.
Beaches
I’ve Lived in Spain for 16 Years—and Here Are 7 Beautiful Beaches Actually Worth Visiting
August 27, 2026 10:10 AM
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Isabelle Kliger
Cycling Presque Isle State Park along the shores of Lake Erie in Pennsylvania
Beaches
Pennsylvania’s Secret Beach Town Is on a Great Lake
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Aerial view of 3 small white motor boats docked in azure water next to a grass-covered island
Beaches
Avoid the Crowds in Croatia by Visiting These Lesser-Known Islands, Vineyards, and Villages
August 10, 2026 10:01 AM
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Kristin Vuković
Left: Torrance Beach lifeguard; right: people on the beach during daytime
Accessible Travel
From California to Scotland, These 8 Beaches Are Raising the Bar for Accessibility
July 16, 2026 02:27 PM
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Matt Villano
Two children on water off a beach shore
U.S. Beaches
Skip the Summer Crowds at These Underrated U.S. Beach Getaways
June 17, 2026 10:30 AM
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Chloe Arrojado
Slanted trees line the edge of a beach in Aruba.
Islands
For a Caribbean Beach Vacation Without a Hurricane Risk, Head to the ABC Islands
June 1, 2026 02:26 PM
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Brian Major
St. Croix
Beaches
A Guide to U.S. Virgin Islands Beaches and Snorkeling
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white sand beach of Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park in Florida next to turquoise water of Gulf of Mexico
U.S. Beaches
One of Florida’s Best Beach Stretches Isn’t Where You Think
April 14, 2026 12:23 PM
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Charlene Fang
Two men on paddle boards, with sand dunes on one side
Road Trips
This Florida Mini Road Trip Rolls Along 24 Miles of Powdery Beaches, Dune Lakes, and Seafood Restaurants
April 8, 2026 02:15 PM
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Terry Ward
Beautiful port of Nafplio city in Greece with small boats, palm trees and Bourtzi castle on the water
Where to Go in Summer
10 Best Places to Travel in July
April 1, 2026 09:58 PM
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Mark Ellwood
This beach in the Philippines is one of the best in the world, chosen by voters and experts.<br/>
International Beaches
7 Best Beaches in the World Right Now, With Fiery Rocks, Protected Waters, and an Island You Can Walk To
February 25, 2026 02:45 PM
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Vanita Salisbury
Aerial view of the Oak Island Lighthouse on Caswell Beach.
U.S. Beaches
6 Romantic Beaches That Offer a Quieter NC Coast
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Little Tobago off the coast of Tobago
Islands
This Quiet Caribbean Village Is a Gateway to Record-Breaking Coral Reefs and Ancient Forests
February 13, 2026 05:56 PM
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Joanna Niles
St. Pete Beach
U.S. Beaches
The 11 Best Beaches in Florida, From Cityside Shores to Uninhabited Islands
January 13, 2026 03:21 PM
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Terry Ward
Rock formations at a beach, with turquoise and dark blue water in the foreground
Islands
10 Tropical Island Getaways Worldwide for People Who Are Tired of Being Cold
December 22, 2025 12:16 PM
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Paul Rubio
Whether your ideal Hawaiian vacation means time sunning, hiking, or snorkeling, there’s an island for you.
Islands
The Best Hawaiian Islands to Visit for Different Kinds of Travelers
December 19, 2025 12:59 PM
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Amanda Castleman
Day time aerial view of Playa Balandra, an iconic beach in La Paz, Baja California Sur, Mexico.
International Beaches
Hidden, Pristine, With Eggshell-Blue Water: These Are the 11 Most Beautiful Beaches in Mexico
November 12, 2025 08:40 AM
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Meagan Drillinger
Grenada is home to the world's first underwater garden.
Islands
7 Lesser-Visited Caribbean Islands for Tropical Hikes, White Sand Beaches, and Crystal Clear Water
August 14, 2025 12:10 PM
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Kristin Braswell
Badhytten ice cream shop with lifeguard tower at beach. Skanör, Sweden
International Beaches
7 Baltic Sea Beaches to Visit for Storybook Villages, Wind-Swept Dunes, and Pine Forests
August 1, 2025 01:15 PM
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Becca Blond
Hawaii beach Honolulu city travel landscape of Waikiki beach and Diamond Head mountain peak at sunset, Oahu island, USA vacation.
U.S. Beaches
The U.S. Has Nearly 100,000 Miles of Shoreline—These Are the Prettiest Beaches
July 14, 2025 05:58 PM
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Becca Blond
Nekajui
Beaches
20 of the Best Beaches—and Beach Resorts—in Costa Rica
July 11, 2025 02:13 PM
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Jessie Beck
Gjipe Beach, Albania
International Beaches
This European Country Has 300 Miles of Coastline and Some of the Continent’s Most Underrated Beaches
July 9, 2025 11:58 AM
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Joel Balsam
Lone tent on a grassy field by the ocean
U.S. Beaches
Wake Up to the Waves at These Beautiful Beach Camping Spots in California
June 16, 2025 02:13 AM
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Jessie Beck
Towering bluffs and sweeping sand dunes define the landscape at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Michigan.
U.S. Beaches
You Don’t Need to Go to the East or West Coast for Some of the Best Beaches in the U.S.
June 6, 2025 11:24 AM
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Elaine Glusac
Guests observe elephants in Masai Mara National Reserve in Kenya
Epic Trips
A Safari and Beach Getaway in One Perfect Itinerary
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Fenced sandy path leading to the ocean at sunrise
U.S. Beaches
Where to Find Sun, Surf, and Seafood on the Jersey Shore
June 2, 2025 05:03 AM
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Rachel Chang
Key west florida Smathers beach palm trees in USA
U.S. Beaches
6 U.S. Mainland Beaches That Look Straight out of the Caribbean
May 26, 2025 01:46 PM
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Becca Blond
giant rock gathered at the edge of a turquoise sea create the Baths in Virgin Gorda in the British Virgin Islands
Beaches
5 Ways to Explore the British Virgin Islands Off the Beaten Path
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Rosewood Dix Little Bay in the British Virgin Islands.
Beaches
The Best British Virgin Island Resorts for Any Kind of Trip
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Aerial of boat and snorkelers on the reef
Beaches
Fewer Travelers Visit This Part of the Great Barrier Reef. They’re Missing Out.
April 17, 2025 12:54 PM
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Tim Chester
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