Best Destinations for a Beach Vacation

Cable Beach is home to the longest stretch of sand on the island as well as golf, nightclubs and a variety of hotels and resorts not far from Nassau, the capital of the Bahamas.

Where to Stay: Not to be missed is the brand-new luxury complex Baha Mar where you can stay a the top-rated Grand Hyatt.

Paradise Island is also home to a sprawling complex of resorts. The 685-acre island houses restaurants, shops, golf, an aquarium and more.

Where to Stay: Atlantis Paradise Island is a must. Apple Vacations guests love The Cove Atlantis, as well as The Reef and Royal towers.

The beauty of Grand Bahama Island is that it blends beautiful beaches with nonstop entertainment. Visitors will find an island of natural wonders complemented by Vegas-style shows and can choose from a relaxing beach vacation, wild nights on the town or a little bit of both.

Where to Stay: Kick back at the Grand Lucayan Resort Bahamas with more than 7 acres of pristine oceanfront and make your stay seamless by booking accommodations and air with Apple Vacations.

If you are looking to liven up a beach vacation, head to Cancun's hotel zone. Beautiful white-sand beaches are complemented by numerous dining options, discos and nightclubs.

Where to Stay: Le Blanc Spa Resort offers an all-inclusive experience as well as $1,500 in resort credits to Apple Vacations customers.

The Riviera Maya is a mecca of luxury resorts. The full region stretches 100 miles along the Caribbean Sea and is home to the ruins of Tulum, one of the world's largest barrier reefs, lush jungles and small, rural Mexican towns.

Where to Stay: The options are endless, from budget and boutique properties to luxe five-star oases. Apple Vacations' featured properties include Secrets Maroma Beach, Zoetry Paraiso de la Bonita and Breathless Riviera Cancun, all of which are all-inclusive and provide exceptional value.

Blend a beach vacation with the vibrant nightlife and culture of Puerto Vallarta and the Riviera Nayarit. They offer more than 200 miles of Pacific coastline boasting some of the world's most beautiful boutique and luxury resorts.

Where to Stay: Secrets Vallarta Bay Puerto Vallarta shines with six golden apples from Apple Vacations, and the Grand Velas Riviera Nayarit gives guests booking with Apple Vacations a $50 spa or golf credit per adult, per night.

Dreaming of a vacation in Maui? Kaanapali offers world-class accommodations, a wide variety of activities and a three-mile-long, white-sand beach with crystal clear blue water.

Where to Stay: The Hyatt Regency Maui Resort & Spa and the Westin Maui Resort & Spa are both ideal choices. With Apple Vacations, guests get free daily buffet breakfast for two and more.

With a year-round temperate climate and a beautiful coastline, Cartagena doesn't need much else to attract visitors, but it is also one of the most beautiful cities in Colombia. It is perched at the tip of South America and is home to a historic old town that is listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Where to Stay: The Conrad Cartegena gets six apples from Apple Vacations and offers a beach club, a children's pool, golf and more on the north side of the city.

Negril's famous stretch of sand is often known as "seven-mile beach", although it's really only about four miles long. However, its white sand and clear blue waters are enough to entice visitors to Jamaica to bask along its shores.

Where to Stay: If you are traveling as a couple, Couples Swept Away and Couples Negril are ideal places to tuck away for a beach-focused long weekend. Apple vacations can handle hotel, airfare and extra excursions for added value.

Punta Cana is sometimes called the Coconut Coast for the number of coconut palms that line its white-sand beaches along with countless resorts.

Where to Stay: Relax on the beach at Breathless Punta Cana with 750 contemporary suites, 13 restaurants and eight bars as well as unlimited entertainment options. Apple Vacations' guests receive nonstop transfers to and from the resort.

Located on the Dominican Republic's southeast coast, La Romana is home to the country's third largest city and one of the world's largest resorts. It is also known as a top golfing destination.

Where to Stay: Casa de Campo is a destination in itself. It is so large that guests transport themselves around on club cars. Visitors will find every activity under the sun, as well as golf, a beach club a spa and more.