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The Happiest Small Beach Towns in America, Analyzed from 100,000 Photos
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The Happiest Small Beach Towns in America, Analyzed from 100,000 Photos

America’s picturesque small beach towns often look like they belong on a postcard. Yet, just because a place seems carefree,…

Study Finds the 12 Best Beaches in the Southeast US—Out of 1,300 Analyzed
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Study Finds the 12 Best Beaches in the Southeast US—Out of 1,300 Analyzed

Florida dominates our first-of-its-kind data study on the best beaches in the U.S. southeast. See which stand out for water,…

We Got the Scoop: The Top Ice Cream Flavor in Every State
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We Got the Scoop: The Top Ice Cream Flavor in Every State

Which ice cream flavor is your state screaming for? Search data reveals the most popular ice cream flavor in every…

Survey Reveals Dirty Truth About America’s Beach Behavior
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Survey Reveals Dirty Truth About America’s Beach Behavior

Almost all Americans believe they have good beach etiquette, but their actions often contradict their words. According to a new…

Flight Prices Are Down—Here’s Where to Book a Budget Beach Getaway This Summer
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Flight Prices Are Down—Here’s Where to Book a Budget Beach Getaway This Summer

If a warm-weather escape has felt out of reach, this summer might finally bring some relief. According to the latest…

The Sun Report: Sunscreen Habits, Risks, Myths, and the Best Beaches to Minimize Sun Exposure
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The Sun Report: Sunscreen Habits, Risks, Myths, and the Best Beaches to Minimize Sun Exposure

In honor of National Sunscreen Day and Skin Cancer Awareness Month, Beach.com surveyed more than 1,000 Americans about their sunscreen…

The Cheapest US Beach Vacations in 2025, According to Data
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The Cheapest US Beach Vacations in 2025, According to Data

It might seem like finding an affordable beach vacation is a myth. However, there are plenty of coastal destinations where…

How Recession Fears are Changing Travel Plans in 2025
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How Recession Fears are Changing Travel Plans in 2025

As costs rise and recession fears grow, Americans are reconsidering both their vacation plans and destinations for 2025. Travelers are…