When first-time visitors imagine California, one of the first things that comes to mind is likely the beach. One might envision bathing suit-clad beachgoers strolling down sunny California ...

If you're dreaming of warmer weather, check out these seaside spots, from Kiawah Island in South Carolina to Kā'anapali Beach ...

One of the many beautiful San Francisco beaches ... not exactly be as warm and popular as the ones in Southern California's ...