Beach vacation ideas

Down by Venezuela is the great little island of Aruba. Blessed with some perfect beaches and great weather virtually all year-round, Aruba is one of the more popular of the Caribbean islands. Travelers come here to laze on the beach, try their luck in the casinos, or take advantage of excellent conditions for windsurfing.

You probably won't be coming here to see the sights, as here the big draws ... more

Punta Cana is an area along a beautiful 30 mile stretch of the east coast of the Dominican Republic. Travelers come here specifically for a beach vacation.

The quality of the beaches is generally very high, with the best of the lot having the beautiful white sand and coconut palms that you see in the travel brochures. Quality of the beaches does vary, and in part depends on how well each resort m... more

Anguilla is a quiet and beautiful Caribbean island. A British protectorate, Anguilla is surrounded by white sandy beaches, and clear, beautiful turquoise water. This is a place for travelers looking for a quiet and relaxing beach vacation, and for water sport enthusiasts.

Anguilla offers some of the best beaches in the Caribbean, and some of the best scuba diving as well. The locals are very frie... more

Providenciales, affectionately known as “Provo,” is an island paradise located just a short flight from Miami. Part of the Turks and Caicos island chain, Providenciales is the most populated of the group and home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

The island itself is not much to look at. Slightly higher than sea level, this semi-barren, rocky terra firma is dusty and dry. Ho... more

Ka‘anapali is a gorgeous West Maui resort area home to several luxury hotels and condominiums built along one of the most beautiful beaches in the country.

Ka‘anapali Beach is a gorgeous, 3-mile long stretch of white sand that should meet all your needs for sun-bathing, relaxing, and people-watching. A paved concrete path runs along the entire length of the beach. Near the middle of the Ka... more

The Miami area is one of the nation's best vacation areas. Offering fantastic beaches, great shopping, and epic nightlife, this is a great destination for a whole lot of reasons.

You'd be hard pressed to find many beaches in the continental US that are better than South Beach. This long, glorious strip of sand is what has been bringing people here for many years, and it should meet all your basic... more

Goa is India’s smallest state, and can be found on the west coast about 250 miles south of Mumbai. Travelers come here specifically to enjoy the great beaches and enjoy some rest and relaxation.

The state offers a number of different towns and beaches along its coast. The visitors to these beaches vary wildly, so it’s best to do a little research prior to your visit and decide which one will ... more

San Diego is the perfect representation of what you would expect from a California city. It’s got the warmth, the beaches, and the laid-back atmosphere… all of this in an urban vibe, without having the endless freeways and choking traffic of Los Angeles. Some visitors skip it, but it’s a great place and well worth a visit.

San Diego is a fantastic place for a family vacation, with the tre... more

Of the four most frequently visited and populated Hawaiian Islands, the Garden Isle of Kauai comes closest to matching the mental image most first-time visitors have of the dream Hawaiian vacation. If Maui is the perfect playground for families on vacation, Kauai is undoubtedly the best suited for newlyweds and couples looking for a romantic getaway in a lush island setting.

Kauai is a great pl... more

Grand Cayman is a beautiful island that offers all of what travelers are often looking for in a Caribbean vacation: Long sandy beaches, great water activities, good shopping, and a little nightlife. It’s great for everything from lazing on the beach, to taking advantage of some of the world’s best scuba diving.

Grand Cayman’s Seven Mile Beach is one of the best beaches in the Caribbean. Sev... more