Beaches might be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about Florida or California but likely not when contemplating Iowa, Nebraska, or the Dakotas. Yet every state has stellar beaches.

Nestled in the upscale village of Glencoe on Chicago’s North Shore, this beach offers the kind of lakefront experience that makes you forget you’re in the Midwest and not some exclusive coastal ...

From fresh local flavors to picture-perfect waterfront settings, these Michigan dining spots bring together taste and scenery ...