Hawaii's beautiful beaches come in every size, shape, and color: wide, calm expanses that are perfect for families with young children; tiny, secluded coves where honeymooning couples can get away ...

HONOLULU — Cruising along the west side of Hawaii’s Big Island, the landscape is dominated by ancient volcanic flows and jagged shorelines. Then you get to Hapuna Beach. There, the contrast of ...

4:50 p.m. Dec. 5, 2017 An earlier version of this story said two beaches in Hawaii made the list. In fact, three are ranked in the World’s 50 Best Beaches. Tunnels Beach in Kauai has been added.

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