Respite from crowds in Martha's Vineyard can be found up-island.

Trendsetting Ipanema has a long tradition of dictating beach chic to the rest of the world.

Looking for an unpretentious place to unplug? Head to charming Culebra Island, just 18 miles east of Puerto Rico.

Trunk Bay's beach and reefs are some of St. John's finest attractions.

Our recommendations on where to stay, eat and what to do while visiting this untouched paradise just 80 miles southeast of Cancun.

Read on to discover our picks for the best Gulf Coast beaches.

The Mayan Riviera is a stretch of immaculate Mexican beaches, from Puerto Morelos in the north to Tulum in the south.

See all the sights of beautiful Spain.

South Africa's beaches span 4 areas, each with its own personality.

If you're looking for a European beach getaway that's less well-known than Côte d'Azur and Costa del Sol, this rugged coastal region fringing the Atlantic is full of surprises.

Naples is less stuffy than other wealthy vacation spots.

Honaunau Bay is quickly becoming a must-visit Hawaiian destination.

How to stay on budget and still enjoy a beach vacation.

To experience the town and beaches of Seignosse in Southwestern France is like encountering the incongruous blending of a Brother's Grimm fairy tale with Beach Blanket Bingo.

Children's book illustrator and frequent world traveler Mike Lowery answers our questions about his upcoming publication called Slightly Jet Lagged.