When you daydream of a great vacation do you picture blue water and warm sand? Do you practically hear the water lapping as it meets the shore? Before your boss notices that glazed look in your eye or your kids realize they have the run of the house, check out our "Best Of" beach vacations to turn that picture perfect dream into a reality. From isolated island getaways to tourist hotspots, we've found the best beaches in the United States to help you soak up the sun whether you're traveling solo or with family or friends.
Howard Coffin, the founder of Sea Island Company said of his resort “Here, in short, is peace, and play, and freedom.” We couldn’t agree more. The Cloister at Sea Island is the perfect beach vacation location for anyone who is ready to have a fabulous getaway. The Sea Island Resorts have five miles of private coastline where you’re bound to find a little peace and tranquility. There are also plenty of things to help you “play” as the ocean tides, winding rivers, salt marshes and miles ... FULL REVIEW
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Nestled in the ultimate beach vacation location, the Halekulani has been hosting Waikiki Beach visitors for more than 100 years. Two miles of beautiful coast will give you the chance to catch some sun, people watch and, of course, enjoy the surf. If you want to stay off the beach but still enjoy the sun and sounds, you can lounge by the Halekulani’s heated pool overlooking Waikiki Beach. The pool is a beautiful site itself as the bottom features a stunning mosaic of a Cattleya orchid (made of 1.2... FULL REVIEW
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Do you sometimes want the tranquility of a deserted island but the amenities of a fabulous beach vacation? Little Palm Island Resort and Spa can give you both! This unique, private all-suite island retreat is only accessible by seaplane or courtesy launch from Little Torch Key, Florida. Designed for pure relaxation, the rooms at this “Best Of” do not have TVs or phones and there are strict rules regarding cell phone use in public. Not that you’d want to be on the phone when you’re surround... FULL REVIEW
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Posted by BillAugust 11, 2008 10:14
Often when planning a beach trip you're looking for private, quiet, romantic and ultimately relaxing. Unfortunately that's what everybody else is looking for and when you finally arrive for your day at the beach, you find yourself surrounded by hundreds of others relaxing, playing and partying. To find a quiet beach in the Caribbean, check out Away.com's "The Caribbean's Top Ten Isolated Beaches". A great list of beaches where you can really relax. My favorite on the list is St. John's, here you can relax and also take in some awesome snorkeling. Before you hit the beach, stop by a national park service office to get your snorkeling map.
