These beach resorts across the U.S. offer everything from kids clubs to water sports for a stress-free family vacation.

On warm summer days, there are few things better than a trip to the beach. But if you plan to spend the entire day in the sun and sand, you need to be prepared. That’s especially true if you’re taking ...

The Strategist staff has some devoted beachgoers. We asked them about their rules for what to bring and the best way to set up a space on the sand. Dominique Pariso, writer: I’m not a beach-cart ...