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Vacation Faceoff: Ocean City, MD v. Ocean City, NJ

They might have the same name but each of these 2 East Coast beach towns has its own distinct beach culture. Decide for yourself which one of these towns can lay claim to being the best Ocean City! 

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Best Coastal Towns for Surfing

Hang 10! We tell you why US coastal towns -- like Montauk, Malibu, Kill Devil Hills -- draw hundreds of surfers to their beaches each year.

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Florida Beaches for a Hangover Cure

Party hard or go home! Head to these hot party beaches in Florida if you're a sun worshipper looking for non-stop fun. See our recommendations.

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America's Manliest Beaches

We give you the scoop on which beaches men go to make their personal playground like Muscle Beach in Venice Beach, CA.

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Destin Travel Guide

Sandy beaches, fresh seafood, great golfing and moderately-priced hotels are just some of the reasons why a you should plan a trip to Destin, FL.

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Jacksonville Travel Guide

It's the perfect destination year round. Visit one of Florida's best beach towns, Jacksonville. Plan your trip with our recommendations on where to stay, where to eat and what to do.

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World's Wackiest Beaches

Tired of the same postcard-perfect, idyllic white-sand beaches? No, we aren't either. But why not stretch your wings and experience extraordinary beaches that are a bit, um, “different."

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Sydney's Best Beaches: Surf's Up, Down Under

A few things considered synonymous with Australia: sun, surf and sand. Sydney is no exception. Usually a short ferry, train or bus ride from city center, Sydney's best beaches leave nothing to want.

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Delray Beach Guide

Visit South Florida's most popular and family-friendly beach. See our Delray Beach Guide for the best places to eat and stay as well as some fun activities to do while you're visiting.

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Palm Beach: Not Your Grandma’s City

Here are our top picks to dine, shop and play in Palm Beach … and don’t worry, there’s not an early-bird special in sight.

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Italy's Best Beaches

Surrounded by water on all sides, Italy has a unique coastline with nooks and crannies that create quiet swimming coves and picturesque seascapes. See our picks for the best beaches in Bella Italia.

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Travel Channel's Best Beach Awards 2013

Check out the full list of 2013 nominees. The winners will be revealed during Travel Channel's "Beach Weekend," March 9 and 10.

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Caribbean Islands You Don't Know (But Should)

Never heard of them? Well, you should. Travel off the beaten path to obscure islands like Saba. Plan your next island getaway with our list of can't-miss Caribbean islands.

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Underwater Paradise: Best Islands for Snorkeling

With a little planning and some basic gear -- snorkel tube, goggles and flippers, to be exact -- you'll experience the extraordinary underwater world from these 5 stellar islands.

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Most Romantic Places to Watch the Sunset

Grab your sunglasses, slip into something sexy, and watch the sunset from one of the world's most romantic beaches and islands.