Beaches

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International beaches
Above view to the empty Praia das Catedrais or Beach of Cathedrals located on northwest coast of Spain. It has been declared Natural Monument. Travel and famous touristic places concept. Europe, Spain
International Beaches
Europe’s Most Beautiful Beaches Aren’t Always Where You Would Expect
Scattered across islands, national parks, medieval towns, and rugged coastlines, these are the shorelines worth building a European trip around.
June 27, 2026 03:59 AM
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Lottie Gross
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
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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Islands
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
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
What to Know About Traveling in the Caribbean’s Hurricane Season
Travel Tips + Etiquette
The Caribbean Hurricane Season Is Here—and This Year Is Likely to Be Different
May 22, 2026 08:54 AM
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Ann Abel

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U.S. Beaches
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U.S. Beaches
You’ll Find Seafood Shacks, Surf Spots, and Scenic Hikes in These Charming U.S. Beach Towns
These Afar editor–approved recommendations include spots on the East and West coasts.
June 22, 2026 01:33 PM
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Lucy Kehoe
U.S. Beaches
Skip the Summer Crowds at These Underrated U.S. Beach Getaways
June 17, 2026 10:30 AM
4 Days In
Not Miami, Not Orlando—This Is the Florida to Visit Right Now
April 23, 2026 12:41 PM
U.S. Beaches
One of Florida’s Best Beach Stretches Isn’t Where You Think
April 14, 2026 12:23 PM
U.S. Beaches
6 Romantic Beaches That Offer a Quieter NC Coast
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You Could Win a Trip to Hawaii—if You Buy a New York MetroCard
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You Could Win a Trip to Hawaii—if You Buy a New York MetroCard
April 23, 2019 01:52 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Rediscover Luxury at Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
U.S. Beaches
Rediscover Luxury at Dorado Beach, a Ritz-Carlton Reserve
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The Best Beaches in Croatia, From Secret Islands to Movie Locations
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The Best Beaches in Croatia, From Secret Islands to Movie Locations
March 28, 2019 09:03 PM
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Anja Mutic
The Best Beaches in Cuba
International Beaches
The Best Beaches in Cuba
March 26, 2019 08:10 PM
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Conner Gorry
Making Multigenerational Travel Memories in Bermuda
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Making Multigenerational Travel Memories in Bermuda
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On the Cayman Islands, locals have more fully realized that their future relies on maintaining the islands’ exquisite natural treasures.
Beaches
How the Cayman Islands Are Embracing Sustainability
December 21, 2018 01:41 PM
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Jill K. Robinson
A Guide to Creating Your Dominican Republic Bucket List 
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A Guide to Creating Your Dominican Republic Bucket List
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Why Los Cabos Is the Ultimate Winter Getaway
Beaches
Why Los Cabos Is the Ultimate Winter Getaway
October 31, 2018 08:55 PM
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Brooke Porter Katz
Hotels on Hurricane-Hit Islands in the Caribbean Reopen Bigger and Better Than Ever
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Hotels on Hurricane-Hit Islands in the Caribbean Reopen Bigger and Better Than Ever
October 19, 2018 04:46 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
Bermuda, 21 Square Miles of Adventures
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Bermuda, 21 Square Miles of Adventures
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A Sanctuary on South Carolina's Coast
U.S. Beaches
A Sanctuary on South Carolina’s Coast
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Mexico's Secret Caribbean Coast
International Beaches
Mexico’s Secret Caribbean Coast
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Is the Monarch Beach Resort the Ultimate Destination for Romance?
International Beaches
Is the Monarch Beach Resort the Ultimate Destination for Romance?
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The Isles of Scilly Are Britain’s Most Beautiful Hidden Secret
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The Isles of Scilly Are Britain’s Most Beautiful Hidden Secret
August 16, 2018 06:25 PM
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Lottie Gross
Top Ten Hawaii Oceanfront Getaways
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Top Ten Hawaii Oceanfront Getaways
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Grace Bay Club Reinvents the Caribbean Vacation
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Grace Bay Club Reinvents the Caribbean Vacation
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You Don’t Have to Surf to Fall in Love With This Bohemian Moroccan Beach Town
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You Don’t Have to Surf to Fall in Love With This Bohemian Moroccan Beach Town
May 2, 2018 07:50 PM
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Jill K. Robinson
Off the Beaten Path in Ambergris Caye
Islands
Off the Beaten Path in Ambergris Caye
April 5, 2018 01:57 PM
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Belize Tourism Board
How an American Learned to Summer Vacation Like a True Italian
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How an American Learned to Summer Vacation Like a True Italian
March 30, 2018 07:30 PM
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Lucas Mann
Aman Will Launch New Hotel, Amanvari, in Los Cabos
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Aman Will Launch New Hotel, Amanvari, in Los Cabos
March 16, 2018 05:26 PM
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Sandra Ramani
The Art and Soul of Baha Mar in the Bahamas
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The Art and Soul of Baha Mar in the Bahamas
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6 U.S. Islands Where You Can’t Help but Slow Down
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6 U.S. Islands Where You Can’t Help but Slow Down
March 7, 2018 07:00 PM
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Laura Itzkowitz
Craving an Island Getaway? 6 Non-Caribbean Isles to Visit Now
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Craving an Island Getaway? 6 Non-Caribbean Isles to Visit Now
March 5, 2018 01:25 PM
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Matt Jancer
Caribbean Update: These Hurricane-Hit Islands Are Now Welcoming Travelers
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Caribbean Update: These Hurricane-Hit Islands Are Now Welcoming Travelers
February 20, 2018 05:25 PM
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Bob Curley
Stock Island: Where Old Key West Is Hiding
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Stock Island: Where Old Key West Is Hiding
February 20, 2018 01:25 PM
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Shayne Benowitz
One Tiny Country Is Fighting to Save Its Endangered Reefs—for All of Us
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One Tiny Country Is Fighting to Save Its Endangered Reefs—for All of Us
December 3, 2017 07:00 PM
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Anna Vodicka
5 Tips for Responsibly Exploring Reefs
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5 Tips for Responsibly Exploring Reefs
December 3, 2017 07:00 PM
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Danielle Walsh
The Best Way to Help Hurricane Relief in the Caribbean? Book a Trip
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The Best Way to Help Hurricane Relief in the Caribbean? Book a Trip
November 3, 2017 03:02 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
The Caribbean Island Tourists Overlook and Locals Love
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The Caribbean Island Tourists Overlook and Locals Love
October 13, 2017 04:56 PM
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Jackie Bryant
Inside Panama’s Secret Surfer Paradise
Beaches
Inside Panama’s Secret Surfer Paradise
October 11, 2017 12:39 PM
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Nicholas Gill
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