Beaches

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

International beaches
Hyatt Ziva Puerto Vallarta
International Beaches
10 Mexico and Caribbean Resorts That Take All-Inclusive to New Heights
From swim-up suites and water parks to authentic cultural experiences and gourmet restaurants, these properties provide you with an unprecedented level of luxury and amenities. The best part? It’s all included.
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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
Water Sports
The Best Costa Rica Surf Camps for Every Type of Surfer
August 09, 2023 01:58 PM

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Diamond Head volcanic tuff cone
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7 Best Things to Do in O‘ahu, From Horseback Riding to Hiking
November 26, 2023 03:35 PM
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Rachel Ng
The Best Hawaiian Islands to Visit for Different Kinds of Travelers
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The Best Hawaiian Islands to Visit for Different Kinds of Travelers
November 09, 2023 06:18 PM
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Amanda Castleman
Palau
Cruise News
A New Four Seasons Floating Resort Is Launching in Palau
September 21, 2023 05:53 PM
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Bailey Berg

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U.S. Beaches
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Cities We Love
The 11 Best Things to Do in Santa Monica
Here’s how to get a taste of everything the city has to offer before the sun goes down over Santa Monica Boulevard.
August 22, 2023 07:26 PM
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Kristin Braswell
U.S. Beaches
7 Of the Most Beautiful Beaches in Rhode Island
August 09, 2023 08:01 PM
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The Best Places for Beach Camping in California
June 19, 2023 01:36 PM
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7 Delightful Ways to Go Beyond the Shore in This Beach Destination
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13 of the Most Beautiful Beaches in Hawai‘i
April 15, 2023 12:20 PM

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6 Unmissable Things to Do in Barbados
April 24, 2023 03:35 PM
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AFAR Editors
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
The Ultimate Beach Packing List for a Week-Long Vacation
Packing Tips + Gear
The Ultimate Beach Packing List for a Weeklong Vacation
March 08, 2023 01:27 PM
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Lyndsey Matthews
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
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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
6 Underrated Beach Getaways in the United States
U.S. Beaches
6 Underrated Beach Getaways in the United States
May 31, 2022 07:12 PM
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Chloe Arrojado
The ABC Islands of the Caribbean
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The ABC Islands of the Caribbean
May 29, 2022 05:01 PM
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Brian Major
The Best Beaches in North Carolina
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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
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The Best Things to Do in Martinique
March 30, 2022 05:34 PM
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Rosalind Cummings-Yeates
The Dreamy Islands Where Italians Go to Escape
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The Dreamy Islands Where Italians Go to Escape
March 29, 2022 05:29 PM
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Erica Firpo
A First Timer’s Guide to Grand Cayman Island
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A First Timer’s Guide to Grand Cayman Island
March 25, 2022 12:25 PM
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Adrienne Jordan
For the Love of Rum and Sand: A Return to Turks and Caicos
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For the Love of Rum and Sand: A Return to Turks and Caicos
March 21, 2022 11:43 AM
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Kristin Braswell
Island Hopping in the Seychelles
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Island Hopping in the Seychelles
February 14, 2022 01:02 PM
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Sarika Bansal
How to Plan for a Trip to French Polynesia
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How to Plan for a Trip to French Polynesia
February 03, 2022 06:26 PM
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Kristin Braswell
A First-Timer’s Guide to the Marquesas Islands
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A First-Timer’s Guide to the Marquesas Islands
February 03, 2022 06:24 PM
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Suzie Dundas
Which French Polynesian Island Should You Visit?
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Which French Polynesian Island Should You Visit?
February 01, 2022 03:28 PM
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Alesandra Dubin
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