If winter's shorter days and icy temperatures have you yearning to plot your next much-needed warm-weather beach break, we've pinpointed some idyllic and unexpected hideaways for your consideration.

Is it so much to ask for a gorgeous beach all to ourselves? (No offense, German tourists in Speedos.) Here, nine of the most secluded stretches of sand, all across the globe. Unlike most of the ...

Typical beach vacations involve lazing around in the sunshine, catching up on a stack of novels, and zig-zagging through crowds of half-naked strangers as you make your way to the waves. While there’s ...

Known as a hidden gem, this island offers a secluded escape away from the crowds, with sprawling sand beaches and ...

If you're really looking to get away from it all, the following beach destinations will provide the seclusion you're looking for along with rare perks like horseback riding on the beach. Some remain ...

You won’t find private beaches in the Myrtle Beach area, as most beachfront along the Grand Strand is public. However, there are some gated communities, as well as oceanfront hotels and resorts, that ...

Nearly everybody loves a day at the beach – basking in the sun, splashing in the surf, and lounging in an ephemeral state of relaxation. The one problem with this equation? The "nearly everybody” that ...

Nothing says summer like skipping town for a serene coastal retreat with cool sea breezes, shell-covered sands and beautiful natural scenery. But if you're longing for a lesser-known locale without ...

Bali is an island in flux – especially in the south. It’s a maelstrom of construction: villas, roads, jetties, reclamation. A magnet for tourists for generations, the island welcomed over five million ...