"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Ah, white sand, crystal clear waters, tropical drink in hand—who doesn't want to be relaxing on a beach ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Some states, like Florida, California, and Hawaii, are known for their beautiful beaches. Others have lesser-known — but equally ...

You may have heard that time moves a little differently in the Caribbean. It's not an exaggeration. There's a leisurely pace to beach life, and that's especially true when you're swimming with ...

From an island off of North Carolina to a coastal village on Japan’s Izu Peninsula, these are the most beautiful beach towns in the world. Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight years of ...

Everyone loves those idyllic beach vacations. Whether your ideal beach vacation includes nothing but catching warm summer rays in the sand or playing beach volleyball, snorkeling or surfing, you’ll ...

The South’s gorgeous — and diverse — beaches offer nearly every type of seaside experience. You can feel the white sand between your toes in Florida, kayak in Alabama’s turquoise waters, watch turtles ...