ruthannburke/Getty Affected beaches include north- and west-facing shores of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu and Molokai, as well as north-facing coasts in Maui. The surf was highest, up to 40 feet ...

While the beach's lively nature can make for great people-watching, you're advised to keep a close eye on your possessions, and ideally keep valuables on your person (or even better, leave them at ...

The definition of a perfect beach will vary with each traveler. Some prefer wide swaths of sand with ample activities and throngs of people to watch, while others desire deserted coves with calm ...