Every beach has its own pace and personality — long, smooth sweeps of golden sand with brilliant blue waves, palm-shaded coves where you can go all day without seeing another soul, white-sand stretches that are just a short swim from a coral reef.
Our specialists have hand-picked a worldwide selection of coastal retreats, from private islands in the Seychelles and polished resorts in Dubai to a secluded villa in Thailand. Here, you’ll find the best options they’ve discovered over decades of looking — the places they escape to when they need to take a deep breath and just relax.
Many of the hotels and beaches they’ve chosen are far from everyone and everything — tranquil retreats where you can enjoy your beach stay in privacy and seclusion. Whether you’re looking for an over-water villa with ample opportunities to snorkel, a secluded cottage with butler service or a boutique hotel near a turtle nesting site, our specialists can suggest the best beach vacation to suit you.
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Beach vacation trips by region
Whether you’re looking to escape to the Mauritius, Costa Rica or need some other worldwide inspiration, our itinerary ideas will give you a starting point for what your trip could entail.
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Our recommended beach vacation itinerary ideas
Our itinerary ideas will give you a starting point for what your trip could entail. Treat them just as inspiration, as each trip is created uniquely for you and there are many more options available.
Our recommended destinations for a beach vacation
Our specialists can help you plan your beach trip, individually focusing on your tastes and interests, to the destinations below.
Our expert guides to choosing your beach vacation
Penned by our specialists from their own travels, these guides aim to inspire you with suggestions of where to spend your beach vacation. Giving tips for what to experience and recommendations for where to stay, we share our ideas for the best beach destinations to consider.
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Your beach is waiting
If your urge for adventure comes with a desire to relax, our latest video invites you to escape to some of the beaches we particularly love around the world. You can slow the tempo of your travels by combining activity-filled days with beach time and enjoy the best of both worlds.
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Top 10 beach destinations in the world 2024 & 2025 ![Makena Beach, Maui]()
Top 10 beach destinations in the world 2024 & 2025
Top 10 beach destinations in the world 2024 & 2025
Every beach has its own personality, from secluded coves far from people to vast sweeps of golden sand, kissed by cerulean waves. Here, we’ve chosen the top ten beach destinations from around the world, so you can find one that suits your style.
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Our expert guide to exploring the Amalfi Coast & Capri ![Positano, Amalfi Coast]()
Our expert guide to exploring the Amalfi Coast & Capri
Our expert guide to exploring the Amalfi Coast & Capri
Italy specialist Caroline picks some of her top things to see and do on and around the Amalfi Coast and Capri. Highlights include driving along the Amalfi Coast, taking a boat tour of Capri, and hiking the Path of the Gods and Path of the Forts.
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Thailand's best beach vacations and resorts ![Thai beach]()
Thailand's best beach vacations and resorts
Thailand's best beach vacations and resorts
The beaches of Thailand have always been alluring to travelers. We highlight some of the best beaches (and where to stay on them), all of which you can incorporate as a relaxing end (or start) to your journey in Southeast Asia.
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Vietnam’s best beach resorts ![Tropical Beaches of Phan Thiet, Vietnam]()
Vietnam’s best beach resorts
Vietnam’s best beach resorts
Bounded by the warm South China Sea, Vietnam can offer the traveler a variety of beautiful sandy beaches which are the equal of any in the region. Add to this sophisticated beach resorts and the scene is set for a quiet break in which to unwind in laid-back, understated comfort. One of our Vietnam specialists explains his favorite beach resorts.
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Best beaches in Indonesia ![Gili Meno, Indonesia]()
Best beaches in Indonesia
Best beaches in Indonesia
Indonesia has so much to offer: history, culture, scenery and diverse wildlife. After seeing so much, you might want to end your trip relaxing on an idyllic beach. We look at some of the best beaches in Bali and Lombok.
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Asia's best city & beach combinations ![Twin Towers, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia]()
Asia's best city & beach combinations
Asia's best city & beach combinations
Twin a beach stay with time in a city and you’ve got a trip of real contrasts. Asia’s mix of high-rise metropolises and swathes of beach lends itself to some particularly intriguing combinations. Our beach specialists have chosen their top coastal locations to pair with Singapore, Kuala Lumpur and Hong Kong.
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Where to go in the Seychelles ![Sooty terns, Bird Island, Seychelles]()
Where to go in the Seychelles
Where to go in the Seychelles
Beach specialist Savina explains why you shouldn’t limit yourself to just one base, in this island-by-island guide to the Seychelles. If you extend your reach, there’s trekking on Silhouette, turtle encounters on Denis Island and long walks along Cote D’Or Beach, just for starters.
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Family vacations in the Seychelles ![Fairy tern chick on Denis Island]()
Family vacations in the Seychelles
Family vacations in the Seychelles
Though a popular honeymoon destination, don’t overlook the Seychelles for a family vacation. Our Country Specialist Jack explains why he wants to encourage families to explore these tropical islands.
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Discover the real French Riviera ![Villefranche-sur-Mer, The French Riviera]()
Discover the real French Riviera
Discover the real French Riviera
Look past the super yachts and movie stars to discover the authentic French Riviera. Stroll through hillside villages that overlook the Mediterranean, tour a century-old perfume factory and discover the paintings that Picasso produced while staying here.
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