CNN Travel

As the long lazy days of summer draw to a close, beaches along the coasts of the United States are still calling to shoreline explorers.

The rocks are moving.

Your own hammam, a personal chef and a chauffeur to smooth your way to the slopes -- they're all part of the package for the ultra upper-crust skier.

Since when were a bunch of kids so interested in ancient history?

Maybe you surf, maybe you don't.

When celebrating the Cinco de Mayo holiday, consider a more authentic Mexican experience than simply ordering a margarita and chips and salsa at the local sports bar.