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Beach Vacations

Beach vacations offering more than just sun and sand: exquisite experiences that blend natural beauty with world-class amenities. In-depth guides to the most exclusive beachfront resorts, complete with stunning visuals and detailed descriptions of luxurious accommodations, private cabanas and personalized services. Destinations known for pristine shores, crystal-clear waters and unique activities, such as gourmet dining by the sea, spa treatments and bespoke excursions. Expect a mix of insider tips, reviews and curated recommendations. An essential resource for planning the perfect upscale beach getaway. Read more about Travel.

The North American Beach Escapes That Shine in Fall Shoulder Season

These North American beach towns hit their stride after summer, when the crowds thin, the water stays warm and the pace finally slows down.
By Allie Lebos

The Controlled Experiment Behind Costa Smeralda, Sardinia’s Protected Luxury Coast

A private consortium, strict design codes and decades of refusal have kept Costa Smeralda exclusive, protected and largely untouched.
By Paul Jebara

The Ultimate Cannes Beach Club Guide, Ranked By a Summer Insider

From La Plage du Martinez and Ciro’s to quieter local favorites near Plage du Midi, Cannes rewards anyone who knows that the right sun bed is as important as the right hotel.
By Caitlin White

The Mediterranean Beach Clubs Turning Leisure Into a Status Sport

By Paul Jebara

An Insider’s Guide to a Smarter East Hampton Weekend, With the Right Detours

By Laura Corrigan

Mykonos Beyond the Mayhem: An Insider’s Guide to the Greek Island

By Paul Jebara

Beyond the Cyclades Script: A Smarter Guide to Greece’s Ionian Islands

By Paul Jebara

An Insider’s Guide to Santa Barbara, California’s American Riviera

By Allie Lebos
An aerial view of a hilly landscape near the ocean and a bridge.

The Best Seaside Escapes for a Weekend Away From San Francisco

By Allie Lebos

The Best Hotels on Hawaii’s Big Island, Where Luxury Meets Adventure

By Caitlin White

Why Malibu Remains the Ideal Weekend Escape

By Allie Lebos

A Solo Stay at Turtle Island, Fiji’s Romantic Couples-Only Resort

By Allie Lebos

Sandy Shores and Beautiful Bluffs: The 10 Best Beach Towns in California

By Allie Lebos
Cape May

Cape May Is the Ultimate Summer Escape for Seaside Charm and Nostalgia

By Lindsay Cohn
Sunset at Greece

The Greek Island Hotels That Actually Live Up to the Dream

By Paul Jebara
Hotel del Coronado at sunset with beach and ocean views in San Diego, California.

A Modern Traveler’s Guide to San Diego

By Lindsay Cohn
White Elephant Nantucket

Nantucket’s Best Hotels, From Island Icons to Compelling Newcomers

By Paul Jebara
a group of people on a boat

The East Coast Beach Town Personality Match: Where to Go Based on Your Summer Energy

By Paul Jebara
John F. Kennedy Jacqueline Bouvier of Newport, relaxing at the Kennedy's summer home here. Kennedy is fixing the sailboat while Miss Bouvier looks on.

A New England Summer Style Almanac: A Gentleman’s Guide to Coastal Cool

By Paul Jebara

Sun, Sand and Surf: L.A.’s Most Noteworthy Beachfront Hotels

By Allie Lebos

How to Explore Cape Cod Like a Local

By Paul Jebara
Dense garden rows of lavender, marigolds and native herbs surrounding a dome-shaped woven palapa and agave plants at the edge of the farm.

At Villa Santa Cruz in Todos Santos, Farm-to-Table Is a Way of Life

By Allie Lebos
An aerial view of a forested hill with a pool and umbrellas nestled beside a lake.

Rainforest Views, Shellphones and Coppola Magic: Inside Guatemala’s La Lancha

By Juliet Izon

Canaves Epitome Is a Santorini Standout

By Morgan Halberg
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