Tagged: beaches

Resort Areas in Cancún and the Riviera Maya: Which One Is Right for You?

The area around Cancún on Mexico’s Caribbean coast is one of the world’s most popular destinations for a beach getaway. But with miles of sand, surf, resorts, and ruins to choose from,…

20 Top Destinations for a Winter Vacation in the U.S.A.

Updated December 10, 2019There are two types of winter travelers: those who flee cold weather and those who flock to it. Thanks to the size, natural diversity, and varied climates of…

California Improving Coastal Access with New Beach Wheelchairs

Eighteen coastal sites in California—from Clam Beach, where Highway 101 meets the Pacific in northern Arcata, to lively Ocean Beach in San Diego—are getting new wheelchairs and other…

The Best Beaches in Italy (And How to Get to Them)

Travelers coming from outside of Europe may not think of Italy as a beach destination. But consider that “the Boot”—including its major islands Sicily and Sardinia and a dozen other…

A Nantucket Vacation: Making it Affordable and Easy, From Hotels to the Best Beaches

There once was a man from Nantucket…and because he was a local, he knew exactly what to see and do on the island. For the rest of us, Nantucket is trickier. Not only is it one of the…

Famous Thai Beach to Remain Closed Two More Years—at Least

Thailand's Maya Bay, which played the titular locale in the 2000 Leonardo DiCaprio movie The Beach, is currently closed to tourists and will remain that way until at least…

This Rolling Hotel Moves to Wherever the Surf's Up

A new hotel makes traveling among the beaches of southwestern Portugal super-easy—because it's the hotel that does the traveling.The Truck Surf Hotel is just that: a cargo truck that…

What to Do In Hawaii: 12 Ways to Get Wet

Interacting with the Pacific Ocean is an essential part of any Hawaiian vacation. Get the most out of your visit to the islands with our roundup of the best beaches and water sports on…

What to Do in Hong Kong: 10 Favorite Things

Hong Kong might have remained a sleepy fishing village had the Chinese not ceded control to the British during the opium wars of the mid-1800s. Instead, it rapidly grew into one of…

New Club Med Openings: Sicily, the Great Wall, and More

Club Med has embarked on an ambitious expansion project.The pioneer in all-inclusive resorts plans to add 15 new properties to its worldwide roster by the end of 2020, opening five…

Famous Thai Beach Closing to Tourists This Summer

Thailand's Maya Bay is so pretty it played the paradise sought by Leonardo DiCaprio's character in the 2000 movie The Beach. But tourists will have to stream that film—fair warning:…

You'll Love these Lesser-Known Islands in Italy For a Quiet Vacation

Beyond the well-trod cities and verdant wine regions of Italy's mainland, "the boot" is ringed by picturesque islands, each with its own unique geography, culture, and ambiance. Of…

14 Reasons Calabria Needs to Be Your Next Italy Vacation

Calabria, the toe of Italy’s boot, is unfairly one of the country’s lesser-known regions among Americans, but it’s long been popular with Europeans, especially for its stunning 500…

One U.S. Virgin Islands Resort Stands a Good Chance of Reopening First

Back in July, it was announced that a new management company had taken over the unique tented community known as Cinnamon Bay on the gorgeous island of St. John in the U.S. Virgin…

Which Bahamas Island Is Right for You? Use Our Paradise Picker

There are 700 islands in the Bahamas, and you’d be hard-pressed to find a bad-looking one in the bunch. Incredibly clear turquoise waters and pristine beaches in shades of pink and…

The Best Beaches on the Jersey Shore

After seeing a cartoonish version of the Jersey Shore on MTV, we can understand why you might want to pass on a visit. But the real shore is nothing like what appeared on the small…

What to Do on (Very Windy) Gran Canaria Island

Island weather is famously not to be trusted. You can try studying apps on your phone, but when you’re surrounded by the seas, looking up is much more reliable. The weather in the…

New Island on North Carolina Coast

A new island has appeared off the coast of North Carolina—just in time for summer.Formed by powerful currents and storms over the past several months, the massive sandbar has…

Weddings at Vegas Taco Bell, New North Carolina Island, and Trump at Disney World: Today's Travel Briefing

JUNE 30, 2017 — Good morning, everybody! Today's updates all have to do with the United States—from the beaches of the East to the Taco Bells of the West. NEW ISLAND ON NORTH CAROLINA…

European Road Trips: The Best Coastal Drives

Whether you prefer your coastal scenery rugged and windswept or sunny and sandy, you’ll find what you’re looking for on the shores of Europe. And when it comes to taking in as much of…

America's Best Beaches, Coast to Coast

We know, we know: Picking the best beaches in the United States is a matter of opinion. Some sun worshippers prefer to be amid crowds of beautiful people, others want total seclusion,…

10 Best U.S. Beaches in 2017, According to Dr. Beach

Siesta Beach in Sarasota, Florida, is the best beach in the United States, according to this year's rankings compiled by sand and surf expert Dr. Beach.The good doctor knows what…

Virtual Dives at Marine Sanctuaries, A Second Seattle Airport?, and America's Best Beaches: Today's Travel Briefing

MAY 31, 2017 — Good morning, everybody! Here's the latest from the world's airports, beaches, and dive sites. A SECOND AIRPORT FOR SEATTLE? (USA Today)The Seattle area could soon get a…

The Best Beaches in Puerto Rico

Beautiful beaches are what put Puerto Rico on the tourism map in the first place. The island’s coastline is a string of sun-soaked spots ideal for swimming, surfing, snorkeling,…

How to View Sea Turtles in Florida—Without Disturbing Them

Spring is the season when sea turtles start showing up on Florida beaches to nest and lay eggs at night—an annual ritual that carries into the fall. Baby turtles hatch after 60 days…