Beach Vacations
The beach holiday is the platonic ideal of vacations: what nearly every traveler, whether active or armchair, dreams of. Soft sand, shady palms, a cold drink, a warm surf—what more could you want? It's no wonder so many ad campaigns hang their hook (and their products) on this seaside ideal: brands of beer, lines of clothes, models of cars. Travel + Leisure writers and editors are no strangers to the allure of the shore, and so search the world for the best beach vacations it can offer.
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This South Carolina Beach Town Is a Local Favorite — and It's Just Outside Charleston
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How to Plan the Perfect Trip to Isla Mujeres, Mexico
How to Plan the Perfect Trip to Sag Harbor, New York
How to Plan the Perfect Trip to Malibu, California
This Florida County Is Ideal for a Mother-daughter Trip — With Chic Hotels, Beautiful Beaches, and Relaxing Spas
How to Visit Positano, Italy’s Iconic Summer Hot Spot on the Amalfi Coast
The Best Family-friendly Beach Resorts in the Caribbean
This Charming Beach Town Is Called the 'Hamptons of Portugal' — and It's Home to a Massive Flock of Flamingos
Galveston, Texas, Is a Beach Destination Packed With Culture and History — How to Visit
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This Gorgeous Greek Island Has Ancient Ruins, Beautiful Sandy Beaches, and a Charming Old Town
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15 Best Family Beaches in Florida
This Tiny Caribbean Island Is the Perfect Laid-back Beach Escape
How to Plan the Perfect Trip to Isla Holbox
This Small Mediterranean Island Is a Hidden Gem With Historic Towns and a Stunning Coastline
12 Best Beach Towns on the East Coast
This Small South Carolina Island Has 10 Miles of Pristine Beaches and One of the Best Resorts in the State
This Family-favorite Florida Resort Feels Like a Relaxed Country Club — and Every Room Has a Gulf Coast View
How to Plan the Perfect Trip to Sullivan's Island, South Carolina
This Often-overlooked European Island Is the Perfect Year-round Destination — With More Than 300 Days of Sunshine Each Year
7 Under-the-radar Beach Towns in Mexico — Including One With Thousands of Flamingos
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This Anguilla Resort Brings Guests on a Chef-Led Experience to Harvest Their Own Salt
The Best Beach Hotels to Get Married at Around the World, According to Wedding Planners
20 Best Things to Do on St. John — From an Underwater Trail to a Floating Taco Bar
20 Best Places to Visit in Puerto Rico — From Uninhabited Islands to Bioluminescent Bays
How Celebrating My Son's First Birthday in Costa Rica Changed the Way I Think of Family Travel
20 Best Scuba Diving Destinations in the World
10 Beloved Beach Destinations That Are Even Better in Shoulder Season
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T+L’s Review of The Aerial, BVI
America's Best Small Beach Town Is an Old Florida Gem With Crystal-clear Waters and a Scenic Bike Path
This Less-visited Region in Southern Greece Has Idyllic Coastlines, Stunning Beaches, and Almost No Crowds
One of the Best Islands in the Bahamas Has Luxe New Vacation Homes With Private Beach and Marina Access
This Charming Florida City Has Quaint Inns, Pristine Beaches, and Year-round Appeal
This Italian Beach Town Is a Local’s Secret — With Cliffside Beach Clubs, Crystal-clear Water, and Incredible Food
This Underrated Mexico Destination Is Set Across 9 Bays — With Laid-back Beach Towns, Bioluminescent Waters, and Charming Hotels
This Small Beach Town Hidden Between Cannes and Nice Is a Local Favorite — With White-sand Beaches, Quaint Cafes, and Hotels That Feel Like Home
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This Island Off Florida's 'Forgotten Coast' Has the Best Beach in the U.S., According to Dr. Beach
13 Best Beaches in Miami With Turquoise Waters and Stunning White Sand
These Florida Beach Towns Have Locals on Call to Give You Live Travel Tips
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This Florida Beach Town Offers Southern Charm, a Shrimp-themed Festival, and Year-round Family Fun
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