Large hotel chains are always adding to their portfolios, but for those prefer an independent property (or one that’s part of a small regional group) there are plenty of charming inns and lodges ...

Typical beach vacations involve lazing around in the sunshine, catching up on a stack of novels, and zig-zagging through crowds of half-naked strangers as you make your way to the waves. While there’s ...

Olympic National Park's Second Beach offers serene coastal views and plentiful tide pools. Getting to the remote beaches of Dry Tortugas National Park is part of the adventure since you have to arrive ...

Mark and Gwenn Snider wanted to reimagine family travel.

The central California coast is home to some of the state’s most beautiful beaches, but one of the most scenic and least-visited is Point Sal. The state park that makes up Point Sal includes about 80 ...

Characterized by carefree days along the water, casual attire and an unhurried itinerary, beach vacations allow families to focus on quality time. To help you choose a beach destination for your next ...

Do you spend the year dreaming of dipping your toes in the ocean, frolicking in the waves, and glowing with the beachy bliss that only the combination of salt water and abundant sunshine can achieve?

While many places on the West Coast take credit for having the best beaches, there are plenty of destinations on the East Coast that are more than worth the hype. From secluded islands to popular ...

Characterized by carefree days along the water, casual attire and an unhurried itinerary, beach vacations allow families to focus on quality time. To help you choose a beach destination for your next ...