Beaches

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

International beaches
Aerial view of Beaches of Placencia in the Stann Creek District of southern Belize
Destination Spotlight
The Right Crowd-Free Beach for Every Month of the Year
Want a better beach trip? Go when everyone else isn’t. These destinations shine in the shoulder season.
October 7, 2025 10:31 AM
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Becca Blond
Destination Spotlight
I Live in Rome. Here’s Where I Go When I Want an Italian Beach Getaway Like No Other
September 8, 2025 08:56 PM
International Beaches
7 Baltic Sea Beaches to Visit for Storybook Villages, Wind-Swept Dunes, and Pine Forests
August 1, 2025 01:15 PM
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
Hotels
4 Ways Sandals Resorts Bring Caribbean Life to You
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Islands
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
Slanted trees line the edge of a beach in Aruba.
Islands
A First Timer’s Guide to Visiting The Caribbean’s Underrated “ABC” Islands
December 5, 2025 12:45 PM
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Brian Major
Boats on the sandbar in the Florida Keys
4 Days In
4 Days in the Florida Keys: Shipwreck Dives, Teeny-Tiny Deer, and Legendary Key Lime Pie
November 5, 2025 07:23 AM
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Terry Ward

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U.S. Beaches
Beavertail Lighthouse in Beavertail State Park aerial view in summer, Jamestown, Rhode Island RI, USA. This lighthouse, built in 1856, at the entrance to Narragansett Bay on Conanicut Island.
Where to Go in Summer
5 Charming Small Towns in Rhode Island for Lighthouses, Ice Cream, and Beautiful Beaches
From historic Wickford Village to swanky Westerly, these are the places you’ll want to escape to this summer.
July 8, 2025 01:52 PM
Art + Culture
This Tiny New England Island Is Filled With Literal Treasure—Here’s How to Find It
July 1, 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 6, 2025 11:24 AM
U.S. Beaches
Where to Find Sun, Surf, and Seafood on the Jersey Shore
June 2, 2025 05:03 AM

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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
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 8, 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 7, 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 6, 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
A cove with cliffs, people on paddle boards, and a crowded beach
International Beaches
7 Northern European Beaches Where You Can Beat the Heat This Summer
July 29, 2024 03:44 PM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
AquaVault’s packable FlexSafe beach safe locked to a lounge chair on the beach
Packing Tips + Gear
6 Must-Haves to Keep Your Valuables Safe on the Beach
July 9, 2024 12:31 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
A bird's eye view of a long, straight beach in Corpus Christi, Texas.
U.S. Beaches
Why This Beach Destination is a Fall Favorite
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Point Reyes Station is a favorite among Bay Area locals.
U.S. Beaches
The Most Charming Beach Towns in the United States
June 25, 2024 08:54 AM
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Staff
Aerial view of Cortez beach with sand beach, with wooden piers, and beach houses on Anna Maria Island, Florida.
U.S. Beaches
7 Airbnb Beach Houses Still Available to Rent This Summer
June 7, 2024 01:46 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
Large rock off the shoreline on a foggy morning
Beaches
Sunset Bonfires and Colorful Tide Pools Await on a Weekend in Cannon Beach
June 3, 2024 05:47 PM
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Amanda Calnan Vowels
White sands with grass-covered hills
U.S. Beaches
Why Your Next Beach Break Should be in Texas
May 15, 2024 06:16 PM
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Anna Mazurek
8 Great Lakeside Beaches in the U.S.
U.S. Beaches
Skip the Coast This Summer and Go to One of These Beautiful Lake Beaches Instead
May 9, 2024 01:06 AM
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Laura Itzkowitz
Exterior of Cape Cod rental home with white picket fence
U.S. Beaches
7 Airbnbs in Cape Cod to Book for a Coastal Getaway
April 25, 2024 08:48 AM
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Nicholas DeRenzo
The 10 Best Beaches in Maui
U.S. Beaches
The 10 Best Beaches in Maui—and Where to Stay
March 20, 2024 11:32 AM
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Amanda Castleman
collage of beach vacation essentials
Packing Tips + Gear
The Ultimate Beach Packing List for a Weeklong Vacation
March 2, 2024 01:24 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
An aerial view of an island with clear water, palm trees, white sand, and a swimming pool
Islands
The World’s Dreamiest Private Islands, From the Maldives to Wisconsin
February 16, 2024 01:49 PM
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Annie Fitzsimmons
Rosewood Le Guanahani St. Barth is located on a secluded peninsula with white-sand beaches.
Hotels We Love
The 15 Best Family-Friendly Resorts in the Caribbean
December 30, 2023 10:00 AM
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Laura Dannen Redman
The Best Pink Sand Beaches Around the World
International Beaches
The 10 Prettiest Pink Sand Beaches in the World
December 22, 2023 08:36 AM
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Lottie Gross
Live out your best desert island life at the likes of Playa Fronton in the Dominican Republic.
Beaches
The Best Beaches in the Dominican Republic—and the Hotels to Stay At
December 19, 2023 05:00 PM
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Bailey Berg
Volcano covered by a cloud in the daytime
Beaches
The Best Time to Visit Costa Rica
December 14, 2023 11:08 AM
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Erin Van Rheenen
Waters of Waikiki against the city skyline
U.S. Beaches
Where to Find the Best Surf Spots in Hawai‘i
December 8, 2023 12:20 PM
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Rachel Ng
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