Beaches

Feb 27, 2022 • 6 min read

Need a break from Havana’s urban clamor? Here are the best beaches that are just a short bus or taxi ride from Havana’s city center.

Feb 25, 2022 • 6 min read

Here's how to spend the perfect weekend in the laid-back, diverse city of Novi Sad, Serbia.

Feb 24, 2022 • 5 min read

From oases in the desert to pristine mountain lakes, here’s our guide to the best swimming spots and beaches in Utah.

Feb 23, 2022 • 6 min read

Whether you’re looking for a kid-friendly beach or seeking out the best surf spots, we’ve got you covered.

Feb 21, 2022 • 10 min read

Cancún and Tulum are both crowd-pleasers, swathed in powder puff sand and lapped by the spearmint Caribbean Sea – but they’re as different as night and day.

Feb 20, 2022 • 6 min read

Anyone who visits Alaska’s largest city will want to read our guide to the best parks in Anchorage for cycling, wildlife spotting, skiing and more.

Feb 18, 2022 • 7 min read

The spirits blessed Tanzania with hundreds of miles of coastline, so a beach trip is definitely on the cards. Here's a guide to Tanzania's top beaches.

Feb 18, 2022 • 7 min read

Finding a perfect island escape in Thailand is easy. Here's how to choose between the idyllic gulf islands of Ko Samui, Ko Pha-Ngan and Ko Tao.

Feb 16, 2022 • 5 min read

Let us help plan your perfect weekend with this two-day itinerary for a trip to the sociable, happy-go-lucky paradise of Playa del Carmen.

Feb 13, 2022 • 6 min read

Australia's best wild swimming spots are the ones you have all to yourself, even in the middle of summer.

Feb 11, 2022 • 5 min read

Whether you're in search of sun, surfing, paddling with your puppy, or a kayak adventure, we've got the perfect Santa Barbara beach for you.

Feb 10, 2022 • 6 min read

With so many to choose from, it’s hard to pick the right beach in Malaysia for your next trip. Here are our picks for the best ones.

Feb 5, 2022 • 4 min read

From Alpine swimming holes and river sand bars to glacial lakes and some amazing, more conventional beaches, here are the best places to swim in Slovenia.

Feb 2, 2022 • 4 min read

Phoenix may be one of the USA’s hottest cities – but there are plenty of places in and around this Southwestern city to cool down with a refreshing dip.

Feb 2, 2022 • 5 min read

Circled by stretches of white sand and crystal clear waters, Cuba offers the perfect Caribbean escape. Here's a guide to Cuba's best beaches.

Feb 1, 2022 • 4 min read

Southwestern Florida harbors two spectacular natural areas that stun and surprise visitors year after year

Feb 1, 2022 • 6 min read

With this list of the best state parks in the Sunshine State, you can enjoy snorkeling, cave hikes, mermaid performances and much more.

Jan 30, 2022 • 7 min read

From palm-fringed beaches and rocky coasts where you can camp to some of the region’s best dive sites, here are the best beaches in Oman.

Jan 28, 2022 • 11 min read

South Africa's windswept coastline is packed with superb beaches. From family favorites in Cape Town to world-famous surf spots, here are the very best.

Jan 27, 2022 • 8 min read

Discover the best cultural attractions and outdoor activities in San Juan, Puerto Rico, with Lonely Planet’s locally crafted three-day itinerary.

Jan 26, 2022 • 5 min read

For the adventurous souls seeking the highest swells around, these are our top 10 countries for surfing.

Jan 23, 2022 • 8 min read

Enjoy beach time, outdoor excursions, family adventures, fresh seafood and much more in and around Myrtle Beach, South Carolina.