Beaches

Ocracoke Island, North Carolina

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Ocracoke's remote beaches have lured visitors for centuries.

Hawaii Has It All

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Whether you seek romance, danger or just a day at the beach, Hawaii has it.

Having It All in the Hamptons

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Mention the Hamptons, and even the most prudent turn green with envy.

Travel Channel's Best Beach Awards 2012

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See the full list of Travel Channel's 2012 Best Beach Award Nominees.

Ultimate Mini Trailer

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Silver Tears reaches back to the past to design the ultimate mini trailer.

Aloha Festival in Santa Cruz

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Along the Santa Cruz boardwalk, the Aloha Festival promotes community, togetherness, and a knowledge of Hawaiian and Polynesian cultures. The center of the festival is the Aloha Races where teams can row through the powerful surf.

Mastering the Art of the Perfect Instagram Caption for Your Beach Vacation Photos

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Summer is here, which means Instagram is full of beach vacation photos. If you want your photos to stand out and make your friends double tap, take note of our editors' favorite beach puns and clever caption ideas for any beach scenario you could imagine.

10 Things to Add to Your Outer Banks Bucket List

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Explore the Florida Panhandle

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Marianela at Asilomar Beach

Photo Gallery | 13 Photos

Best American Beaches

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Mayan Riviera Beaches

Photo Gallery | 9 Photos

Marianela's Dockweiler Beach

Photo Gallery | 13 Photos

Shi Shi Beach, Washington

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Visit Shi Shi Beach, the Northwest's purest stretch of coastline.

Koh Phangan, Thailand

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Thailand's hottest spot for the young set is Ko Phangan, a small island near the larger Koh Samui.

Sandcastle Competition

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The Sandcastle Competition at Rehoboth Beach is serious business with 10 adult categories and a coveted People's Choice Award. One dedicated castle-maker has decided to go for the big prize with her octopus-inspired creation.

Alabama Shrimp Festival

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The diminutive crustacean is king at the annual Alabama Shrimp Festival.

Coastal Edge Bikini Contest

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College kids love Virginia Beach for its surfing, BMX biking, and boardwalk, but the Miss Coastal Bikini Contest gives the guys something to talk about. The revealing beauty pageant provides some eye-candy and fierce competition.