The sun, sand, and surf may be enough to cure what ails you, but there are other things that make a beach trip one for the books.

Why Do Some Beaches Have Black Sand? Beaches around the world come in many colors, from the familiar golden and white sands to rarer hues like pink, red, and even green. However, one of the most ...

Oahu, the most populous island in the Hawaiian archipelago, was well-represented in this year’s rankings. Four resorts on the ...