Stephen Leatherman, the coastal scientist and professor known as “Dr. Beach,” has revealed his annual rankings.

The yearly rankings are based on assessments of 50 distinct factors, such as crime rates, sand quality, ocean temperatures, ...

A South Carolina beach ranks among the nation’s best places for sand and surf — again. Beachwalker Park on Kiawah Island is ...

Coronado Beach in San Diego ranked No. 10 last year but didn’t make the list in 2025 due to pollution in the nearby Tijuana ...

Of the two Florida beach destinations that landed on the national list, Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park ranked the highest at No. 4. The park in Naples, a roughly 165-mile drive south from Tampa, ...

A beach that wouldn't look out of place on Australia's east coast or in the Caribbean is right on New York City's doorstep.

Local travel experts weigh in on the best coastal spots from Maine to Florida for fresh seafood, buzzy boardwalks, and leisurely days under the sun. Lydia Mansel is a writer with more than eight ...

MIAMI BEACH, Florida (WSVN) -- Scientists have a very smelly prediction for Florida beaches this year. Scientists at the University of South Florida Optical Oceanography Lab, who track sargassum ...

Throughout the season, through a series of emails, social media, and digital advertisements, VisitSPC will promote a weekend of Stay & Play at America's Favorite Beaches for fans traveling to ...