The Italian island of Capri conjures images of beautiful rocky cliffs, yachts anchored along the coast, and charming narrow streets lined with designer stores, gelato shops, and perfumeries. This swanky island off the Sorrento Peninsula is popular for a reason: It offers everything from rugged natural beauty to gourmet restaurants, beach clubs, and famous sights…
Family-friendly fun is never hard to find in Punta Cana, where no less than 75 all-inclusive resorts (by Oyster’s count) promise easy access to awesome beaches for swimming and snorkeling and pools that seem to go on forever. These seven Punta Cana all-inclusive resorts with water parks take their kid-friendliness to the next level, offering…
The entire east coast measures up to be about 2,069 miles. If you include beaches off the Gulf of Mexico, that number stretches to around 3,700 miles. In other words, we are pretty much spoiled for choice when it comes to great beaches on the east coast — you just have to know where to…
With an 840-mile-long coastline, California is packed with beautiful beaches. And while we love big metropolises like Los Angeles, San Diego, and San Francisco, we have a soft spot for charming, smaller towns. If you’re looking for the most adorable destinations to get your California beach fix, look no further. Here are the nine cutest…
The beaches in Hawaii are world-renowned, and include calm stretches of white sand in Kauai, surfer-friendly spots in Oahu, and striking lava-created black sand in Maui. No matter which Hawaiian island you choose, there are plenty of stellar beaches available, whether you’re looking for a kid-friendly bay or secluded cove. Even better, all beaches in…
Steeped in history, culture, and natural beauty, the New England coastline stretches for hundreds of miles from Connecticut to the Canadian border. Outside major cities like Boston and Providence, much of New England’s shores are dotted with quaint villages, complete with vibrant art communities, kitschy clam shacks, and an impressive selection of unspoiled beaches. Given…
Overflowing inbox? Hectic rush-hour commute? Never-ending to do list? Sometimes, we just have to abandon our humdrum routines and disappear far, far away. Sure, some vacations are designed for socializing in constantly clamoring cities, but others are all about luxuriating in a secluded, peaceful landscape. Far from Phuket’s frenetic nightlife and Bangkok’s bustling streets, these…
Beach at Hotel i Dammusi di Borgo Cala Creta, Sicily The three seas surrounding Sicily are dotted with volcanic islands and minor isles — many of which are major attractions for tourists visiting the region. But as any seasoned traveler to Sicily can tell you, getting around this part of the world is no easy…
Once you give in and book a trip to beautiful Croatia, knowing exactly where to go is vital for curating the perfect beach vacation. Croatia’s popularity has skyrocketed over the years, pushing travelers farther from crowded Dubrovnik and toward surrounding areas and even to the coast of Istria, the country’s northern peninsula. We recommend breaking…
Centro Vacanze Isuledda in Sardinia Sicily and Sardinia are the two largest islands in the Mediterranean, in that order. Both are part of Italy, and both are popular vacation destinations for mainland Italians and international travelers wanting beautiful beaches, delicious food and wine, charming small towns, archeological sites, and warm sunshine. However, for all their…
