Beaches might be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about Florida or California but likely not when contemplating Iowa, Nebraska, or the Dakotas. Yet every state has stellar beaches.

Their rum runners are legendary among Florida Keys travelers. The bar sits right on the water, letting you dangle your feet over the dock if you want. Grab a seat at the open-air bar and you might ...

A new exhibition in London (open until February 2026) called Thirst: In search of freshwater highlights how civilizations ...

Have you ever wondered how much salt you could extract by boiling down seawater? I recently embarked on a hands-on, ...

The Blue Parrot sits right on the beach of St. George Island, a barrier island along Florida’s Forgotten Coast in the panhandle. “Forgotten Coast” sounds like somewhere pirates would bury treasure, ...

This expert guide will help you find the best time to visit St. Thomas, along with plenty of fun things to do while you're ...

When backfilling after digging, gravel is better for drainage and load-bearing. On the other hand, sand offers a more level ...

Getting rid of weeds seems like a never-ending task we're all presented with each year, but some simple ingredients in your ...

Use mesh laundry bags -- or even a mesh onion sack -- for gathering shells at the beach. They’re strong, waterproof and they ...

The right height depends on how you’ll be using the chair. If you see yourself stretching out your legs at the beach or into the grass, lawn chairs with short legs will be best. For sitting around a ...

From a sandy spot on Lake Ontario to a gem with a view of the Adirondacks, here are Upstate New York's 20 best beaches.