Realistically, the weather in Maui is good almost year-round, and the beaches here—ranging from jewel-like golden sands of Kaanapali to the black sands off the Hana Highway
The experts at Jacada Travel believe spring is the best time of year to experience the spectacularly scenic Maldives, the tropical nation southwest of Sri Lanka that is surrounded by the brilliant turquoise
May in the Galapagos is perfect for swimming and snorkeling at the area's many beaches. You'll arrive before the cooler temperatures, and crowds, of the peak June-through-August season.
According to "Best of Europe" magazine, that would be Carvoeiro Beach—in Portugal's enchanting Algarve region, which boasts scenic fishing villages, charming seaside restaurants, hidden grottoes, and turquoise waters.
The East Coast's beaches are often as scenic as their exotic Caribbean counterparts, but the season to visit them is much shorter; if you don't go between July 4 and Labor Day
The island's 20-year-old tourist industry is well-developed but not overdone; it has a fraction of the bustle and none of the hustle of its Caribbean neighbors
Barcelona combines a cultural city and beach rolled into one; it's just a short hop from the city's center to Barceloneta Beach.
For those looking for a weekend beach getaway or to cruise the California coast, try San Luis Obispo (SLO). It's situated smack dab between L.A.