Enter: weekend beach getaways.

Ruby Beach is known for its incredible rock formations, piles of driftwood, and active tide pools.

There are severalcampsites, cabins, and lodgesavailable for your stay so you never have to leave the area.

People watch the sunset on the beach Key West Florida

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Opt to stay in a charming waterfront town likeCarmelor Monterey to enjoy great local dining and sandy beaches.

Try theL’Auberge Carmel, a historic Relais & Chateaux property just blocks from the beach.

This area is heaven for golfers, too, with several stunning courses located on the water.

Olympic National Park, Washington at Ruby Beach with piles of deadwood.

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Book a stay at the five-starMontage Laguna BeachorThe Ranch at Laguna Beachfor a luxurious weekend away.

TryThe Hotel Saugatuck, a charming boutique property in the Historic District, for your stay.

There are a number of quaint towns to choose from, including Hyannis, Provincetown, and Chatham.

A summery day out at a beach in the Hamptons.

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The Coast Guard Beach is a family-friendly option, while mile-long Nauset Light Beach offers great surfing.

There is no shortage of luxury accommodations on Cape Cod.

For instance, head to theChatham Bars Innright on the beach.

People are walking on the beach of Carmel and enjoying the panorama while unleashing a dog

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Finish the day with a seafood dinner and sunset cruise, and you’ve got a perfect weekend.

There are plenty of beautifulGeorgia beachesto choose from, but Tybee is great because it has something for everyone.

With more than 33 championship golf courses, this is the ultimate place to go for agolf vacation.

A gorgeous January day nearing sunset at the Main Beach Park, Laguna Beach, California.

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No matter where you go, it’s sure to be a welcome reprieve from hectic city life.

TheJames Bradleyis a stylish, recent addition to the area and perfect for a weekend stay.

Sunset on Lake Michigan at Saugatuck Michigan

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The Milky Way rises over the Assateague Island, VA beach very early on a summer evening. Dark skies on the National Seashore allow for great star gazing opportunities.

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Scenic view of sea against sky during sunset in Ocracoke, North Carolina

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Cape Cod Sea Scape

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The fishing pier and Atlantic Ocean at Tybee Island in the purple light of the setting sun

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Galveston Island is a barrier island on the Texas Gulf Coast in the United States, about 50 miles southeast of Houston.

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Boardwalk view of Ocean and dunes in Hilton Head, South Carolina,

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The Late Afternoon Sun along the beach in Stone Harbor, NJ.

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Amelia Island

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Kiawah Island, South Carolina view through the pink seagrass and boardwalk to the ocean.

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