Beaches

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

International beaches
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
The shores of the Baltic Sea offer a quieter, more soulful kind of summer escape.
August 01, 2025 01:15 PM
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Becca Blond
International Beaches
This European Country Has 300 Miles of Coastline and Some of the Continent’s Most Underrated Beaches
July 09, 2025 11:58 AM
Hotels
4 Ways Sandals Resorts Bring Caribbean Life to You
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8 Life-Changing Trips from South Africa to South America
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International Beaches
8 Beautiful Black-Sand Beaches Around the World
April 07, 2025 02:53 PM

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Islands
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
What to Know About Traveling in the Caribbean’s Hurricane Season
Travel Tips + Etiquette
The Caribbean Hurricane Season Is Here—This Is What You Need to Know
May 26, 2025 01:26 AM
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Ann Abel
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Islands
The Best Time to Visit Greece for Every Type of Trip
April 09, 2025 05:16 PM
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Helen Iatrou

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U.S. Beaches
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
These nine beaches stand out for both natural beauty and distinct character.
July 14, 2025 05:58 PM
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Becca Blond
Where to Go in Summer
5 Charming Small Towns in Rhode Island for Lighthouses, Ice Cream, and Beautiful Beaches
July 08, 2025 01:52 PM
Art + Culture
This Tiny New England Island Is Filled With Literal Treasure—Here’s How to Find It
July 01, 2025 11:15 AM
U.S. Beaches
Wake Up to the Waves at These Beautiful Beach Camping Spots in California
June 16, 2025 02:13 AM
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 06, 2025 11:24 AM

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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
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 02, 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
The Baths in Virgin Gorda.
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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Surf spot Klitmoller, west coast of Denmark.
Where to Go in Summer
11 Best Places to Travel in July
May 08, 2025 04:02 PM
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Mark Ellwood
White sand on a beach, with some wooden fencing and grass in the background
U.S. Beaches
Skip the Summer Crowds at These Underrated U.S. Beaches
April 21, 2025 02:41 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
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
A view of the Shore House’s oceanfront pool and a sky of soft patchy clouds at Hotel del Coronado in California.
U.S. Beaches
The Ultimate Beachfront Escape at Hotel del Coronado
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International Beaches
This Stretch of Mexican Coast Has Gorgeous Beaches That Rival Tulum’s—But Without the Crowds
March 13, 2025 03:13 PM
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Chris Dong
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U.S. Beaches
Just Landed
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A boat in the ocean at sun rise in Virginia Beach.
U.S. Beaches
This Coastal City Was Just Chosen as the Location for a New Travel Show
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Batibou beach, northern Dominica, is considered to be the most beautiful beach on the island. This peaceful, sandy beach, surrounded by tropical forest, is being washed by mild waves of Caribbean sea.
International Beaches
I’ve Visited More Than 80 Countries Alone—This Caribbean Island Is One of the Best Places for Solo Travelers
February 11, 2025 03:18 PM
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Kaitlyn Rosati
Peter Island Resort
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New Hotels, Restaurants, and Flight Routes—Why You Should Travel to the Caribbean Right Now
January 23, 2025 03:19 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Person paddling out to the ocean on a surfboard
Islands
4 Beautiful Caribbean Islands Worth Visiting—No U.S. Passport Required
January 23, 2025 01:12 PM
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Mariette Williams
Rock formations at a beach, with turquoise and dark blue water in the foreground
Beaches
These 8 Beaches Have the Bluest Water in the World
January 13, 2025 02:31 AM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
Pink sands near ocean
International Beaches
Enjoy Pink-Sand Beaches and Snorkel to Shipwrecks on This Island Territory
January 10, 2025 02:53 PM
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Sandy Allen
A pelican on a dock
Islands
Hemingway’s Favorite Getaway Is an Adventurer’s Dream
December 27, 2024 07:54 AM
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Alex Schechter
Although St. Lucia is less than 250 square miles, it has plenty of places to relax.
Beaches
St. Lucia is a Year-Round Vacation Spot—A Local Reveals 4 of Its Best Beaches
December 26, 2024 09:00 AM
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Mariette Williams
Rock formations at a beach, with turquoise and dark blue water in the foreground
Islands
The 10 Best Tropical Island Escapes Where You Can Warm Up This Winter
December 23, 2024 01:04 AM
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Paul Rubio
A pastel, cloudy sky reflected in the water at Virginia Beach.
Outdoor Adventure
Why Virginia Beach Shines in the Off-Season
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The Best Beaches in Puerto Rico for Getting Away From It All
Beaches
Puerto Rico Has Nearly 300 Beaches—These Are the Least Crowded
November 29, 2024 09:25 AM
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Terry Ward
Which Caribbean Island Should You Visit?
Islands
Which Caribbean Island Should You Visit?
November 08, 2024 09:55 AM
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Brian Major
An arial shot of a beach
International Beaches
I’ve Lived in the Caribbean for 8 Years, and These Are My Absolute Favorite Beaches
November 07, 2024 09:54 AM
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Amy Gordon
Seaplane over turquoise blue water
International Beaches
Beautiful Beaches in the Caribbean for a Getaway Without the Crowds
October 30, 2024 01:22 PM
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Laura Begley Bloom
Kefalonia
International Beaches
This Is the Perfect Travel Destination for Water Lovers
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Just-caught spiny lobster features in many local restaurants in the British Virgin Islands
Islands
5 Ways to Taste the Diverse Flavors of the British Virgin Islands
September 30, 2024 10:58 AM
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British Virgin islands
Colorful houses on an beach.
U.S. Beaches
7 Gorgeous East Coast Beach Towns That Are Even Better in the Fall
September 06, 2024 05:53 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
Lopud Island
Beaches
Make the Most of Croatia’s Many Charms—Without the Crowds
August 26, 2024 03:05 PM
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Kristin Vuković