Aerial Photography at the Majestic Colonial Punta Cana/Oyster The Dominican Republic lures travelers throughout the year with its consistent warm weather, beautiful beaches, and array of hotel options. The plethora of tourist-friendly areas, affordable all-inclusive resorts, and easy access from many U.S. cities make it suitable for a variety of visitors. Here, we offer nine…
Beach at Panama Jack Resorts Cancun/Oyster Can’t decide between Cancun and Playa del Carmen? These two spots simultaneously seem similar and so different, making it a hard choice, especially for first-time travelers to the area. We’re here to help because we want to make sure you know what you’re getting into before you book your…
Mexico is as popular a travel destination as ever (approximately 44.8 million visitors are expected to visit in 2019, a 5.6 percent increase from 2018). While beach towns like Sayulita, Tulum, and Playa Espiritu are coming into their own, Cancun and Los Cabos are still major draws for tourists. The two destinations emerged in the ’60s…
Beach at the Paradisus Cancun/Oyster If there was a popularity contest for sunny vacation spots offering a seemingly endless number of all-inclusive resorts to choose from, Cancun in Mexico and Punta Cana in the Dominican Republic would undoubtedly fall at the top of the list. Straddling either side of Cuba — about 1,200 miles apart…
If you live in a part of the world where the late fall and winter months mean bone-chilling cold, clouds, and days of rain or snow, you’ve likely dreamed of a warm-weather winter vacation. One problem: You aren’t alone. January through April are peak season across the world’s sunbelt — especially in Mexico. From Christmas…
When it comes to searching for the best beach on the West Coast, the states of Oregon, Washington, and California cover over 1,200 miles, offering a lot of shoreline to choose from. Between lively, bohemian surf spots, family-friendly stretches with wholesome boardwalks, and rugged, windswept swaths, there’s a beach for everyone. Here are our top…
With a heady mix of soulful reggae, Rastafarianism, and rum punch, Jamaica has long attracted a steady stream of visitors to its shores. And what beautiful shores it has. From the picture-perfect bays of the north to the more rugged coastal wilderness in the south, Jamaica’s beaches rank among some of the world’s finest. With…
Home to beautiful beaches and an active reggae culture, Jamaica draws visitors with its mellow atmosphere, delicious cuisine, and fascinating history. The third-largest island in the Caribbean, Jamaica isn’t easily explored in one trip, which is why it’s important to understand the differences between its best beach towns before booking your flight. Follow our guide…
The Italian island of Sardinia is home to beautiful beaches that resemble the stretches in the Caribbean or South Pacific more than its European neighbors. Seemingly countless bays and coves conceal secluded shores, while historic villages and ancient ruins dot the interior. Sardinia’s Mediterranean climate allows for a lengthy beach season, and with 1,150 miles…
Although the Florida Keys typically rank high on everyone’s Florida vacation list, there are many other amazing islands off the Sunshine State’s coast that are worth visiting, too. Florida has 4,510 islands in total, but we’ve managed to narrow that list down to our nine favorites. Try something different this year.
