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Time Out
5 days ago
- Time Out
These are America's most sought-after beach destinations of 2025
If you could escape to any beach in the country, where would you go? A new report from PrivacyJournal reveals the beaches Americans are dreaming about visiting in 2025, with one Southern beach sweeping the competition. By analyzing search data across all 50 states, the report looked at over 100 popular beach destinations to see which were searched the most from out of state. The clear winner? Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The East Coast's all-purpose playground racked up top beach searches in 18 states. Northeasterners are especially drawn to the sandy destination, with people in Maine, Massachusetts and Vermont showing the strongest interest. It's no surprise that Myrtle Beach claims the top spot—with 60 miles of coast, a bustling boardwalk and endless family attractions, this beach is built for visitors. At number two is Clearwater Beach, Florida. Though Florida is often called the beach capital of the U.S., this is actually the only spot in the state to crack the top five. Even then, it garners only half the national interest Myrtle Beach does. Still, nine states (eight of them in the Midwest) are searching for Clearwater Beach's sugar-white sand, legendary sunsets and the Clearwater Marine Aquarium, home of the real-life dolphin star from Dolphin Tale. In third place is Virginia Beach, Virginia, a destination that mixes beach town vibes with a dose of history. Eight states search for this Atlantic favorite, from neighboring Maryland to faraway California. The three-mile boardwalk, surfable waves and attractions like the Military Aviation Museum make it more than just sun and fun. Despite California's long coast, the only West Coast beach to make the top five is Cannon Beach, Oregon, coming in at number four. This beach is known for its dramatic sea stacks and moody Pacific charm. It's the most searched beach in six states, proof that sometimes wild and rugged beats warm and sunny. Rounding out the top five is Orange Beach, Alabama, a sleeper hit with its white sands and Southern hospitality, drawing search traffic from four states. Bottom line? While the U.S. has nearly 100,000 miles of coastline to explore, these five beaches clearly capture the nation's imagination. Whether it's the boardwalk buzz of Myrtle or the Pacific mist of Cannon, these sandy shores are calling! Most sought-after beaches, according to PrivacyJournal
Yahoo
6 days ago
- Yahoo
Popular SC tourist destination named top beach for out-of-state vacationers
A well-known South Carolina tourist town has been named one of the most-sought-after beaches in the United States, a study found. Myrtle Beach is the most searched beach in 18 states so far in 2025, according to a study by PrivacyJournal. The study looked at search data such as 'hotels' and 'things to do' attached to the names of 100 popular U.S. beaches. Myrtle Beach came out on top, dominating searches in New England and part of the Midwest and the South. Other top beaches include Clearwater Beach in Florida, which topped nine states, and Virginia Beach in Virginia, which topped eight states. The Grand Strand area has been a popular vacation spot for decades, drawing in over 18 million tourists every year, according to the Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce. The Myrtle Beach area has also seen a massive population boom in recent years. Horry County's population has almost doubled in the past 10 years, The Sun News reported. Top tourist activities in Myrtle Beach include the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk, Broadway at the Beach and the various dinner theaters scattered across the area. 'This report reinforces our research and similar studies such as the 2025 TripAdvisor Summer Travel Index that placed Myrtle Beach as the No. 1 Beach Destination in the U.S. for summer travel and No. 3 overall U.S. destination, behind only New York City and Las Vegas,' wrote Visit Myrtle Beach president Stuart Butler in an email to The Sun News. 'As our residents and visitors know, the Myrtle Beach area delivers unmatched, family friendly value, variety and vibrancy.' Solve the daily Crossword
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Travel + Leisure
04-08-2025
- Travel + Leisure
The Most Popular Beach in the U.S. This Summer Isn't in Florida or California
The U.S. is full of fantastic beaches. With nearly 100,00 miles of coastline to choose from, you can have your pick. Cliffside shores on the Pacific? There's endless options on the west coast. Tropical climates and turquoise waters? Head to South Florida. If you can dream it, you can find it. So what are most Americans searching for? Well, a new report from PrivacyJournal reveals that the most desired out of state beaches this summer don't just offer sandy shores; they are all accessible destinations designed for visitors. "What's fascinating is that even when Americans search beyond their home state for beach destinations, they still prioritize accessibility, with most states gravitating toward beaches within reasonable driving or flying distance,' Mauricio Preuss, PrivacyJournal CEO, said about the study. 'This suggests that while travelers crave new experiences, travel time and cost are still key considerations." To determine the most sought-after beaches in the U.S., PrivacyJournal used 2025 search volume data for more than 100 popular beaches and analyzed the volume of searches for each beach. By using commonly searched keywords with specific beach locations, the researchers were able to determine which beaches had the highest interest for residents living in other states. This methodology revealed that Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, was the most searched for beach by other residents in other states. It was the top beach destination for 18 states—with the most notable volume of searches in Maine, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island and Vermont. This isn't too surprising, given South Carolina's relatively central location on the East Coast, and its long established reputation as a beach town. With an iconic boardwalk, tons of attractions off the beach, and more than 60 miles of shore to explore, there's an abundance of options for visitors. Here are the top five most sought after beaches: Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, top search in 18 states Clearwater Beach, Florida, top search in nine states Virginia Beach, Virginia, top search in eight states Cannon Beach, Oregon, top search in six states Orange Beach, Alabama, top search in four states Are you looking for even more late summer travel inspiration? We've got intel on the cleanest beach in the U.S., the most affordable places to travel in August, the coordinates of the best beach in the world, and the top travel trips for a Florida beach vacation, straight from locals. So whether you're looking to leave the state, leave the country, or just head a few hours away, there's still plenty of time to plan a quick beach escape before the end of summer.
