If you've ever wanted to see black sand in contrast with lush greenery and turquoise waters, Punalu'u on Hawaii's Big Island is a must-do beach getaway. This beach isn't just visually stunning ...

You're not likely to stumble across Big Talbot Island State Park's Boneyard Beach by accident, but it's worth the effort.

Past travelers were in awe of Punalu'u and said there was plenty of free parking, though they cautioned that the beach's black ... sand from the beach. Explore more of Hawaii's top beaches » Big ...

The City combined staples from the canceled Sanding Ovations and Treasure Island Kite Festival in the Fall to form a smaller ...

Boneyard Beach, located on the northern tip of Big Talbot Island ... For the most part, the sand is just like any other Atlantic Coast beach in Florida. But there are spongy black rock-like ...

Also in the top 10: Ka’anapali Beach on the island of Maui (No.3), Waikiki Beach on Oahu (No. 5), Punalu’u Black Sand Beach on the island of Hawaii (No. 8) and Ho’okipa Beach Park on Maui ...

But in terms of authenticity, nowhere is the Aloha Spirit better preserved than on the Big Island, a k a the Island ... soft surf from perfect white-sand beaches. Head to aquarium-like waters ...

The tiny island off the coast of Africa ... including the red and black coloured beaches. Due to the volcanic activity, the sand is rich in iron causing it to turn red and the black granules ...

“It’s quartz sand, and the beach is so clean," said Michelle Ackerman. “It’s a very big beach," said Richard ... to Elafonissi Beach on the Greek island of Crete, according to Tripadvisor.