Beaches - Islands

South Friars Bay with blue waters and golden sands in St. Kitts in the Caribbean

By Katie Morris 6 months ago

One Of The Caribbean's Best-Kept Secrets Is This St. Kitts Beach With Refreshing Bars And Scenic Views

A tucked-away Caribbean shoreline on St. Kitts promises golden sands, charming beach bars, and panoramic views that invite you to linger in paradise.

Beach houses and coastal road at Gooseberry Island in Westport, Massachusetts

By Chelsea Bengier 6 months ago

Tucked Between Boston And Newport Is Massachusetts' Charming Town With Idyllic Beaches And Coastal Camping

Discover a New England gem with so much natural beauty and outdoorsy fun that it might just become your new favorite beachfront destination. Find it here.

By Ryan Ariano 6 months ago

Between Atlantic City And Long Beach Island Is New Jersey's Bayfront Borough With Boardwalk Nostalgia

Between Long Beach Island and Atlantic City is a Jersey Shore town that offers visitors beautiful museums and waterfront views of Little Egg Harbor.

Sunset at Bird Island Basin in Padre Island, Texas

By Jenna Kelley 6 months ago

Texas' Padre Island National Seashore Hides A Beach Campground That Kayakers And Bird Lovers Flock To

On Texas' Padre Island, a hidden beachside campground offers calm waters, bird-filled skies, and starry nights, creating a serene Gulf Coast escape.

Point Reyes Lighthouse on a cliff with views of the Pacific Ocean in California

By Chelsea Bengier 6 months ago

North Of San Francisco Is California's Hidden Gem With Tasty Seafood Restaurants And Rugged Coastal Views

On California's northern coast, a small town offers oyster shacks by the water, scenic trails through state parks, and wild beaches far from city crowds.

The pink and turquoise shores of Elafonissi Beach

By Katie Morris 6 months ago

The Upsetting Reason One Of Greece's Most Breathtaking Beaches Might Be A Wildly Disappointing Experience

Although images of this beach in Greece are breathtaking, you might not feel quite the same when you experience it in person for several reasons.

Turquoise water and white sand on Australia's Whitehaven Beach

By Tess Kazenoff 6 months ago

The Australian Beach Named One Of The World's Most Beautiful Is A Serene Escape With Soft Sands And Clear Waters

One of Australia's most stunning stretches of coast features turquoise water and powdered-sugar sand with unique ways to spend the night and panoramic hikes.

By Mariana Zapata 6 months ago

The Virgin Islands' Sensational, Buzzy Swim-Up Taco Truck Is The Perfect End To A Day Of Snorkeling

If you are vacationing in the Virgin Islands and want a fun and unique way to end the day, visit this swim up taco truck that can only be reached by boat.

Deck chairs at at sunset on balconies on Greek coast

By Rebekah Winters Barton 6 months ago

The Best Greek Islands To Retire To In 2025 For Sunshine, Charm, And Community, According To Expats

Retiring on a sumptuous Greek island is a dream for many, but it isn't anywhere near as impossible as you think, particularly in these delightful destinations.

By Tess Kazenoff 7 months ago

Hidden On New Jersey's Shore Is A Friendly Beach City With An Oceanfront Promenade, Artsy Fun, And NYC Proximity

Close to New York City is a Jersey Shore destination with an oceanfront promenade and a quiet beach, perfect for relaxed vacationers who want a slower pace.

An aerial view of the Niantic Boardwalk in East Lyme

By Erika W. Smith 7 months ago

Sandwiched On The Coast Between New York City And Newport Is Connecticut's Town Full Of Public Beaches And Parks

This New England town tucked along Long Island Sound is a serene getaway with miles of coast, state parks, boutique shopping, and historic architecture.

Keowee-Toxaway State Park lake and forest views

By Mina Elwell 7 months ago

South Carolina's Blue Ridge Foothills Boast A Crystal Lake Escape With Stunning Mountain Views

To enjoy the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains away from the national park crowds, head to this lake escape with mountain views, hiking, and camping.

Anclam Park in Baileys Harbor, Wisconsin on a sunny day

By Maja Proescholdt 7 months ago

Wisconsin's Charming Coastal Town Hidden In Door County Is The Ideal Lake Michigan Escape Blending Arts And Beach

This quaint Wisconsin town is the perfect Midwest getaway for those who love combining culture and nature with lakefront coast and art galleries to explore.

Nantucket beachfront with a little lighthouse and people running on the beach

By Anastasia Mills Healy 7 months ago

Emerging As 'America's Best Resort,' This Nantucket Getaway Fuses Upscale Chic And Classic Island Style

Heading to Nantucket for a perfect summertime vacation? This resort on the island is an absolute must-visit!

Short Beach stretches under a tree-covered part of the Oregon coast

By Joseph Richard Francis 7 months ago

Oregon's Secret Beach Only Accessible By A Hidden Trail Is An Uncrowded Haven With Waterfalls And Wild Terrain

Tucked behind thick coastal forests, this secluded stretch of Oregon shoreline offers dramatic rock stacks, waterfalls, and pristine wilderness.

The white pebble beach of Cala Tonnarella dell'Uzzo in Sicily

By Joseph Richard Francis 7 months ago

An Italian Beach On Sicily's Coast Looks Like A Slice Of Hawaii With White Sands And Sparkling Blue Waters

This hidden Mediterranean gem is a coastal paradise only accessible by foot with crystal-clear waters, pristine white sands, and dramatic scenery.

Kettle Cove State Park rocky beach in Cape Elizabeth

By Sara Caskey 7 months ago

Sandwiched Between Portland And Old Orchard Beach Is Maine's Hidden Beach Park With Sand, Trails, And Calm Charm

Between Portland and Old Orchard Beach, visitors can find a Maine park that offers pebble beaches, calming waves, tide pools, trails, and severe rocky cliffs.

Swimmers at the Edgewater Park beach in Cleveland, Ohio

By Stephen Hanson 7 months ago

Ohio's Beach Park On The Banks Of Lake Erie Is A Recreation Haven Minutes Away From Downtown Cleveland

A Lake Erie beach park blends golden sand and skyline views with swimming, fishing, boating, and trails, creating Cleveland's ultimate outdoor playground.

Sandy bluffs and clear blue water at Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore in Michigan

By Judith Barnes 7 months ago

Michigan's Most Pleasant Beach In Sleeping Bear Dunes Boasts Bright Blue Waters, Sand Dunes, And Recreation

On the shores of Lake Michigan, a golden stretch of sand with clear water and tall dunes offers families a peaceful spot to swim, paddle, and relax.

Aerial view of the Little River Estuary leading to Laudholm Beach

By Kira Reinke 7 months ago

Maine's Most Charming Beach Is A Stretch Of Hidden Coastline With Apple Orchards, Forests, And Unique Seashells

A charming beach that stretches along one of Maine's most beautiful spans of coastline is a perfect destination to visit and come home with seashell souvenirs.

Sandy beach with people swimming and relaxing along the shoreline of a lake at Anderson Road Recreation Area in Nashville, Tennessee

By Judith Barnes 7 months ago

Just Beyond Nashville Is A Golden Sand Beach Park With Pristine Water And Tranquil Camping

Escape the city heat at a hidden Tennessee lakeside spot where sandy shores, calm waters, and shaded campsites make for a perfect retreat for the whole family.

Car parked under palm trees at Refugio State Beach

By Joseph Richard Francis 7 months ago

Tucked Away Along California's Coast Lies An Underrated Beach That Feels Like A Slice Of Hawaii

Along California's scenic coastline lies a tropical oasis that rivals Hawaii's best beaches and features palm trees, golden sands, and a beachfront campsite.

By Tamara Blazquez Haik 7 months ago

Delaware Is Home To A Pristine Stretch Of Coast With The World's Largest Population Of Horseshoe Crabs

The world's largest population of horseshoe crabs assembles on a stretch of Delaware coastline ever summer to mate and nest, and you can see them up close.

Sand dunes and the sandy beach of Oval Beach

By Kala Barba-Court 7 months ago

The Best Great Lakes Beaches In America Deliver Stunning Sand Dunes, Lighthouses, And Waterfront Fun

These beaches along the Great Lakes are havens for finding incredible sand dunes, historic lighthouses, and tons of lakeside fun on and off the water.

Aerial view of Agios Sostis Beach with its yellow sand, blue water and lack of people, with rocky islands off the coastline

By Ben M Stower 7 months ago

Samantha Brown's Favorite Beach In Greece Is A Quiet Mykonos Gem Far From The See-And-Be-Seen Crowds

No crowds, tanning beds, parasols, or typical touristy commercialization, this quiet Mykonos beach in the north is Samantha Brown's favorite. Here's why.

View of Puget Sound from Washington's Des Moines Beach Park

By Leslie Veliz 7 months ago

Situated Between Seattle And Tacoma Is Washington's Dreamy Beach Park On The Coast With Puget Sound Views

For great views of Puget Sound and live music in the summer, head to this dreamy beach park in Washington that is conveniently between Seattle and Tacoma.

Charlotte Amalie St Thomas US Virgin Islands

By Jody Miller 7 months ago

The U.S. Virgin Islands' Biggest City Feels Part Old Europe, Part Caribbean Daydream

This St. Thomas city is a major cruise port, but it's also full of hidden corners with beautiful beaches, chic boutiques, and historic attractions to visit.