Lonely Planet ranked Sand Beach in Acadia National Park as the 16th best beach in the United States. Lonely Planet highlighted Sand Beach's gorgeous views, plentiful walking trails, and chilly water.

Summer is the time when beach towns really shine, with iconic boardwalks, outdoor dining, quaint shops, water activities, and sandy stretches of land perfect for relaxing in the sun. Ahead are some of ...

An entrance to Cooper's Beach in Southampton, New York—which was named the best beach in the U.S. in a new report. What are the best beaches in the U.S.? Just in time for summer, Stephen Leatherman, a ...

Last June, our Parenting Unfiltered writer, Kara Baskin, asked Globe readers to share their favorite family-friendly beaches. She heard from hundreds of people and found that "16 names floated to the ...