Best Paradise Beaches to Visit in the USA
White sand, clear water and long sunsets. You do not need a passport to find them. Here are eight beaches worth the trip.
1. Siesta Beach
Sarasota, Florida
Known for its powder-soft quartz sand that stays cool under bare feet. The water is calm and shallow, which makes it a favorite for families.
2. Ka'anapali Beach
Maui, Hawaii
Three miles of golden sand with snorkeling at Black Rock. In winter you can often spot humpback whales from the shore.
3. Hanalei Bay
Kauai, Hawaii
A wide crescent bay framed by green mountains and waterfalls. Calm in summer, with big surf for experienced riders in winter.
4. Clearwater Beach
Clearwater, Florida
Gentle waves, a lively pier and some of the best sunsets on the Gulf Coast. Easy to reach and great for a long weekend.
5. Coronado Beach
San Diego, California
Wide, flat and sparkling, thanks to flecks of mica in the sand. Mild weather almost all year round.
6. Pfeiffer Beach
Big Sur, California
Famous for its purple-tinted sand and the Keyhole Arch, where the setting sun shines through the rock in winter.
7. Cape Hatteras
Outer Banks, North Carolina
Wild, uncrowded shoreline with a historic lighthouse. A quiet escape for walking, fishing and watching the waves.
8. Trunk Bay
St. John, U.S. Virgin Islands
Turquoise water and an underwater snorkel trail with signs on the sea floor. Often listed among the most beautiful beaches in the world.