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14 Most Charming Beach Towns in the U.S.
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14 Most Charming Beach Towns in the U.S.

With such diverse coastlines, from rugged stretches lined with gnarled driftwood to pristine white sands edging calm turquoise waters, it’s…

K.C. Dermody
May 21, 2025
The Best Beaches for Shell Collecting in Florida Are on Sanibel Island—Here’s What to Know
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The Best Beaches for Shell Collecting in Florida Are on Sanibel Island—Here’s What to Know

Discover why Sanibel Island is a shelling paradise, with top beaches, rare finds, and essential rules for collecting shells legally.

Charity De Souza
May 19, 2025
This Charming Beach Town in Portugal Has Dolphin Cruises, National Park Beaches, and Legendary Fried Seafood
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This Charming Beach Town in Portugal Has Dolphin Cruises, National Park Beaches, and Legendary Fried Seafood

From Europe’s prettiest beaches to fresh seafood and coastal hikes, Setúbal has it all—just a short trip from Lisbon.

Charity De Souza
May 15, 2025
These Oregon Beaches May Be the West Coast’s Best-Kept Secret
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These Oregon Beaches May Be the West Coast’s Best-Kept Secret

You hear about Florida and California beaches all the time, from glamorous South Beach in Miami to iconic Venice Beach…

K.C. Dermody
May 12, 2025
The Best East Coast Beaches, From Maine to Florida
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The Best East Coast Beaches, From Maine to Florida

The East Coast might not have palm trees or West Coast surf cred, but it has soul—and salt—and so many…

Taylor Haught
May 2, 2025
A First Timer’s Guide to the British Virgin Islands
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A First Timer’s Guide to the British Virgin Islands

As someone who has been traveling to the Caribbean for decades, my favorite islands have a mix of great beaches,…

Mariette Williams
May 1, 2025
3 Florida Cities Rank Among Cheapest U.S. Beach Vacations, New Study Reveals
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3 Florida Cities Rank Among Cheapest U.S. Beach Vacations, New Study Reveals

3 Florida cities rank among the top U.S. beach cities for affordable vacations in 2025. See why they might be…

Charity De Souza
April 28, 2025
16 Pacific Coast Highway Beaches to Add to Your Road Trip Itinerary
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16 Pacific Coast Highway Beaches to Add to Your Road Trip Itinerary

The Pacific Coast Highway—known as Highway 101 in the north and Highway 1 in the south—stretches 1,650 miles from Port…

K.C. Dermody
April 23, 2025