Beaches

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

International beaches
Church at colonial town of Valladolid
Cities We Love
The Best Time to Visit Mexico
There’s always something to do in Mexico—no matter what time of year you go.
November 08, 2023 07:45 AM
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Meagan Drillinger
International Beaches
10 Mexico and Caribbean Resorts That Take All-Inclusive to New Heights
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International Beaches
Why the British Virgin Islands Should Be Your Next Vacation
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Epic Trips
5 Top Beach Clubs Around the World for the Ultimate Summer Getaway
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International Beaches
8 Beautiful, Must-Visit Beaches Near Barcelona
August 11, 2023 04:09 PM

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Islands
Slanted trees line the edge of a beach in Aruba.
Islands
A First Timer’s Guide to the ABC Islands of the Caribbean
February 13, 2024 04:27 PM
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Brian Major
Person paddling out to the ocean on a surfboard
Islands
4 Beautiful Caribbean Islands Worth Visiting—No U.S. Passport Required
January 10, 2024 01:00 PM
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Mariette Williams
People chatting at a cafe in Thessaloniki, Greece.
Islands
The Best Time to Visit Greece
January 05, 2024 01:57 PM
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Helen Iatrou

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U.S. Beaches
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
What could be more all-American than escaping your everyday routine and holing up in a cozy retreat by one of the country’s picturesque lakes?
May 09, 2024 01:06 AM
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Laura Itzkowitz
U.S. Beaches
Skip the Summer Crowds at These Underrated U.S. Beaches
April 22, 2024 02:58 PM
U.S. Beaches
The 10 Best Beaches in Maui—and Where to Stay
March 20, 2024 11:32 AM
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7 Underrated Places in Florida You Should Visit in 2024
February 29, 2024 07:47 PM
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The Ultimate Trip Ideas for Travelers in California
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Left photo displays film photo of St. Thomas. Right photo displays film photo of street in St. Thomas.
Islands
The Best Places to Visit in the U.S. Virgin Islands
June 13, 2023 11:37 PM
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Kristin Braswell
BVI Spring Regatta & Sailing Festival, The British Virgin Islands
Islands
Why This Destination Is the Caribbean’s Ultimate Island Hopping Paradise
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The overwater villas at Six Senses Laamu were built using sustainable local timber.
Hotels We Love
The 15 Best Luxury Beach Resorts in the World
June 02, 2023 05:16 PM
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Kathryn Romeyn
Six Senses Laamu is a model for sustainable hospitality in the Maldives.
Travel for Good
Your Next Beach Vacation Could Help Protect the Ocean
June 02, 2023 05:16 PM
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Jennifer Flowers
The pristine shoreline of the Padre Islands
Islands
What Makes Padre Island National Seashore a Paradise for Nature Lovers
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The beach at Lopesan Costa<b>&nbsp;</b>Bávaro Resort, Spa &amp; Casino in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic
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Enjoy Punta Cana-Style Relaxation and Tranquility on Bávaro Beach at One of the Dominican Republic’s Best-Kept Secrets
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The 20 Most Beautiful Beaches in the World
International Beaches
The 20 Most Beautiful Beaches in the World
May 22, 2023 11:58 PM
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Lottie Gross
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U.S. Beaches
7 Delightful Ways to Go Beyond the Shore in This Beach Destination
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Playa Carrizalillo, Mexico
International Beaches
The 9 Most Beautiful Beaches in Mexico
April 26, 2023 11:47 PM
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Meagan Drillinger
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Islands
6 Unmissable Things to Do in Barbados
April 24, 2023 03:35 PM
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AFAR Editors
With places like Kāʻanapali Beach only an hour away from the from Kahului airport, it's no wonder 10 million visitors come to Hawai‘i each year.
U.S. Beaches
13 of the Most Beautiful Beaches in Hawai‘i
April 15, 2023 12:20 PM
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Rachel Ng
Kayaking the waterways within the Golden Isles.
Islands
5 Ways to Explore the Boundless Natural Beauty of the Golden Isles
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Traditional taxi boats in the port of Hydra island in Greece
Islands
Slow Down at These Car-Free Destinations in Europe
March 31, 2023 05:22 PM
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Sara Lieberman
Sunset in Gulf Shores Alabama
U.S. Beaches
This Southern State is the Most Underrated Beach Destination in the U.S.
March 23, 2023 06:51 AM
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Victoria M. Walker
Yes, the beach is beautiful and swimmable at Corcovado National Park, but you won't want to miss the chance to spot monkeys, macaws, and other animals that call the nearby rainforest home, either.
Beaches
17 Beautiful Beaches in Costa Rica—and Where to Stay Once You’re There
March 21, 2023 08:12 PM
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AFAR Editors
Gulf State Pier, the longest pier in the Gulf of Mexico
U.S. Beaches
5 Ways Alabama’s Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Reward Nature Lovers
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St. Pete Beach
U.S. Beaches
The Best Beaches in Florida—And Where to Stay
February 16, 2023 05:45 PM
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Terry Ward
The 10 Best Beaches in Southern California
U.S. Beaches
The 10 Best Beaches in Southern California
November 07, 2022 01:06 PM
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Sarah Purkrabek
Green grass and river at sunset.
U.S. Beaches
The 7 Best Beaches in South Carolina
October 31, 2022 11:07 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
Journey to Italy’s Amalfi coast, where Positano’s warren of alleyways and lanes invite exploration.
International Beaches
10 Beautiful Beach Destinations That Offer a Side of Culture
August 15, 2022 07:07 PM
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Tanvi Chheda
Post sunset from Ala Moana Beach Park west of Waikiki, Oahu, Hawaii.
Trending News
A Hawaiian Airlines Flight Attendant Shares Her Favorite Local Spots on O‘ahu
August 05, 2022 06:27 PM
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Devorah Lev-Tov
The Ideal Outer Banks, North Carolina, Beach Vacation
U.S. Beaches
The Ideal Outer Banks, North Carolina, Beach Vacation
July 02, 2022 09:21 AM
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Anna Katherine Clemmons
Italy Issues New Rules for Driving the Amalfi Coast
Beaches
Italy Issues New Rules for Driving the Amalfi Coast
June 24, 2022 03:23 PM
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Laura Itzkowitz
The Best Beaches in North Carolina
U.S. Beaches
The Best Beaches in North Carolina
May 28, 2022 11:58 AM
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AFAR Editors
9 Grounding Reasons to Make The Islands of Tahiti Your Next Destination
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9 Grounding Reasons to Make The Islands of Tahiti Your Next Destination
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How These Aquatic Experiences in The Islands of Tahiti Transform You
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How These Aquatic Experiences in The Islands of Tahiti Transform You
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Even the Air is Different in The Islands of Tahiti
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Even the Air is Different in The Islands of Tahiti
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A Pro Surfer Weighs in on the Ultimate Beach Vacation in Puerto Rico
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A Pro Surfer Weighs in on the Ultimate Beach Vacation in Puerto Rico
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10 Must-Visit Beaches in Aruba
International Beaches
10 Must-Visit Beaches in Aruba
May 04, 2022 07:30 PM
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Susan Campbell
The Best Things to Do in Martinique
Islands
The Best Things to Do in Martinique
March 30, 2022 05:34 PM
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Rosalind Cummings-Yeates
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