Beach Vacation Ideas

Beaches in New England

Many of these beaches have been preserved and some are rich in unique and rare fauna and flora, enriching New England even further.

New Mexico Beaches

There aren't many beaches in New Mexico, but the old adage of 'quality over quantity' definitely applies to this state, with NM having a few beaches of truly exceptional quality.

I took this photo of waves rolling towards an empty beach in Maryland before sunset

Best Beaches in Maryland

Maryland is defined by its scenic waterways and 31 miles of coastline on the Atlantic Ocean and magnificent Chesapeake Bay.

Cheap Beach Vacations in the U.S.

Many may be surprised to learn that the United States has dozens of beach getaways for solo travelers, couples, and families that are easy on the budget.

Beaches in Virginia

Even long before bridges made them easy to reach, Virginia beaches were attracting tourists from nearby cities.

Beaches in Georgia

Georgia's 100-mile long shoreline, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean between South Carolina and Florida, has hundreds of magnificent beaches.

Beaches in Michigan

Relaxing on the beautiful beaches of Michigan might be one of the best ways to spend your summer vacation.

Beaches in North Carolina

Stretches of remote, rarely crowded beaches and a string of beautiful barrier islands characterize North Carolina’s coast.

Best Beaches in Jacksonville, Florida

Jacksonville has more than 22 miles of beaches featuring clear white sand and beautiful views of the ocean.

Beaches in Gloucester, MA

Gloucester and the surrounding area have a lot of picturesque beaches to choose from.

Beaches in Hyannis, MA

Like many towns all around the Cape Cod area, Hyannis is blessed with some truly breathtaking beaches.

Beaches Near Atlanta, GA

Many of the beaches near Atlanta are found on barrier islands connected by causeways and bridges to the mainland, located along the Atlantic Coast or the Gulf of Mexico.

Beaches in Plymouth, MA

Plymouth has nine public beaches in total, so it can be quite difficult for visitors to the area to decide which beach to see first.

Beaches in Alabama

Alabama doesn’t have a large coastline, but the 32 miles of sparkling white sand and turquoise water south of Mobile are spectacular.

Best Beaches Near Orlando, Florida

Explore ancient dunes protected by boardwalks and enjoy a diverse selection of activities on these beautiful beaches near Orlando, Florida.

Beaches in Oregon

From rolling sand dunes to towering sea stacks, Oregon's coastline continually captures the imagination of locals and visitors alike.

Beaches in California

Whether you prefer the endless expanses of fine, golden sand that Zuma beach has to offer or the purple sands of Pfeiffer Beach, you will find your ideal beach in California.

Whether you're looking to do some swimming, sunbathing, kayaking, kite flying, Frisbee throwing, picnic eating, or something else altogether down on the sandy shores of Lake Erie, you'll find all you need at some of Ohio's best beaches.

Beaches in Rhode Island

Rhode Island, known as the “Ocean State,” is home to approximately four hundred miles of ocean coastline.

Best Beaches in Louisiana

Louisiana contains many wonderful white sand beaches that are as beautiful as those in Florida and California.

Beaches Near Williamsburg, Virginia

There’s actually a surprising amount of choice when it comes to beaches in Williamsburg, and it can be quite a challenge to decide which beach to visit on any given day.

Best Beaches

The world’s beaches each spoke a different kind of softness. Some whispered, shells clicking in the tide, salt wind tangled in my hair. Others felt bold and bright, waves crashing like applause. I remember walking a shoreline in another country, the sky wide and blue, and thinking, “This is the same ocean, but it feels like a new beginning.”

What stayed with me were the quiet, universal things: footprints trailing behind me in warm sand, a coconut in hand under the shade of palms, laughter carried across the water in a language I didn’t need to understand. I wandered through quiet coves and golden bays, windswept cliffs and turquoise shallows, and each one left something with me—sun on my skin, peace in my chest, time moving just a little slower.

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Whether you’re dreaming of remote islands, sunset strolls, surf towns, or soft beaches that feel like they’ve waited just for you, these guides gather the shores that stayed with me, gentle, healing, and full of light that doesn’t ask for anything but your presence.

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