Travel Guide

A practical guide to California's best beaches from San Diego to the Oregon border, covering surf breaks, hidden coves, the PCH road trip, and the cold water reality nobody warns you about.

Jeju Island's volcanic coastline delivers beaches unlike anywhere else in East Asia, from the white coral sands of Hyeopjae to the dark volcanic shores of Samyang. Here are the best beaches on South Korea's subtropical island.

Malaysia's best beaches from Langkawi to Sipadan — cheap ringgit, world-class diving, and the best hawker food in Southeast Asia.

Albania's Ionian coast from Ksamil to Borsh — Europe's cheapest beach destination, with turquoise water, €15 guesthouses, and €2 gyros.

Montenegro's Adriatic coast from Sveti Stefan to Ada Bojana — medieval old towns, clear water, and the same sea as Croatia at 30-40% less.

Crete's best beaches divided by coast: Balos lagoon, Elafonissi, and Vai on the accessible north, versus Preveli gorge, Loutro village, and Triopetra on the remote south. Includes driving times, boat routes, restaurant picks, and seasonal advice.

From the volcanic black sand of Piha to the golden coves of Abel Tasman National Park, New Zealand's beaches are as varied as they are uncrowded. This guide covers the best coastal spots on both islands with practical details on access, water safety, and the best season for each beach.

A guide to Menorca's best beaches, from the turquoise south coast calas of Macarella, Turqueta, and Mitjana to the wild north coast's Cavalleria and Pregonda, covering the Cami de Cavalls coastal path, parking logistics, caldereta de langosta, and why the Biosphere Reserve designation matters.

Explore the best beaches across Greece's islands — Santorini's black and red sands, Crete's pink-hued Elafonissi, Mykonos's party shores, and the lunar landscape of Milos — with details on access, costs, and the best months to visit.

Morocco's Atlantic coast from Taghazout to Dakhla — surf camps, grilled sardines at the harbor, and the last great red rock arch at Legzira.

Puglia's 800-kilometer coastline delivers turquoise Salento coves, dramatic Gargano cliffs, and some of Italy's best beach food — all at half the price of the Amalfi Coast. Here are the beaches worth planning a trip around.

Turkey's Turquoise Coast from Oludeniz to Patara — where to paraglide, swim, and eat grilled fish for $8, plus the dolmus network that connects it all.

Cuba has 3,500 miles of coastline and over 300 beaches, from the all-inclusive strips of Varadero to the remote coconut-palm coves near Baracoa. This guide covers the resort cayos, the colonial town of Trinidad with its nearby Playa Ancón, and the less-visited eastern beaches.

A coast-to-coast guide to Australia's best beaches — from Whitehaven's silica sand to Turquoise Bay's fringing reef and Lucky Bay's sunbathing kangaroos.

Ibiza has over 80 beaches split between two personalities: the high-energy beach clubs of the south coast and the quiet pine-forested coves of the north and west. This guide covers both sides with specific beach recommendations, cost expectations, seasonal timing, and tips for avoiding the crowds.

Sri Lanka's best beaches from Unawatuna to Arugam Bay — including whale watching in Mirissa, surf breaks on the east coast, and $2 rice and curry.

Discover the top beaches worldwide for sea turtle watching, including Tortuguero, Akumal, Barbados, and Oman, with nesting seasons, tour prices, and responsible viewing tips.

Vietnam's 3,260-kilometer coastline from Phu Quoc to Con Dao — where to swim, what to eat, and how to travel the coast on $25 a day.