Best Beaches

Kalmus Beach, Hyannis, Massachusetts

Kalmus Beach in Hyannis, Massachusetts just might be a super choice for your summer outing. The beach is neatly divided between wind and kite surfers and the rest of us, but more on that in a minute. What is charming about this place is that the Kennedy family thought it wonderful enough to call it [...]

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Introducing the World Beach Map

Click on an area of the map above and wander off into the wonderland of the World’s Best Beaches. We did the work - you can do the choosing. And if we don’t have your beach, we’ve made it easy to send us a message asking for it to be included. See more of our [...]

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Shelly Bay Bermuda

Locals say that Shelly bay Bermuda was named after Henry Shelly, one of the crew of the wrecked ship of Sir George Somers. Somers was the first to come to Bermuda by the ship named Sea Venture and started the British colony in this island. The ship got wrecked on a reef near St. George. [...]

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The Beaches of Jersey Shore

When asked who has the best beaches - New York or Jersey, the answer almost always is, “No contest IMHO - Jersey Shore.” Unless you’re from New York. “Long Island’s best are the Hamptons and Montauk. Montauk is truly beautiful, but the Hamptons are overrated some say. Coney Island is truly historic and great, but [...]

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Nice France Beaches

You know you want to be here. Just a chance to sneak a view at someone famous or even very good looking - well, maybe both?! It’s here along the beaches of Nice, France, that many who fit that category lay and tan, but don’t get your hopes up too high. Still, you can enjoy [...]

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A Review of Sandals Vacations

When I first looked at Sandals around 10 years ago, I thought that they’d remain a small operation with a couple of cool resorts in the Caribbean. And while Sandals does have that small company feel, the small operation part couldn’t be further from the truth. They have grown and in a way I think [...]

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Paradise Island, Bahamas

Paradise Island is the perfect destination for your dream vacation. Here’s an island that has something for everyone. If you’re looking for a bargain vacation, then Paradise Island is not for you. Rooms are around $400 a night. So, for a better value, it’s best to focus on such places as Mexico, Central America or [...]

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Sandy Bay, Cape Town SA

Welcome to Sandy Bay Beach, in Capetown, South Africa. Here, on a busy weekend, the southern part of this unofficial nude beach hosts hundreds of gay men but still doesn’t feel crowded. The only ones getting a good view of the Sandy Bay Beach are those taking a scenic helicopter ride from the Waterfront. First [...]

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Makena Beach, Maui, Hawaii

I have been to Makena on day where 12 foot waves were breaking in 3 feet of water. When this happens, the lip explodes, throwing water spray 15 feet into the air. About 3 feet over the people standing near the break. Pretty awesome, but dangerous, too. Still, Makena Beach is a wonder to sit [...]

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Another Look at Palm Beach, Aruba

With great vacation weather year-round, Aruba is the perfect island destination for romantic honeymoons or great family fun. A newly-renovated resort has 417 rooms in a contemporary high-rise building set amid the landscaped grounds. Private balcony with Aruba island countryside view. Well, Aruba, is only 20 miles long and 6 miles wide, making it the [...]