Australia's Surfers Paradise is a thrillseekers playground -- perfect for climbing the highest point on the beach, only to drop into Australia's most hidden swimming hole. Then, we jet over to Hoi An, Vietnam, for the ultimate beachside markets.

Venture off the beaten path to Railay Beach, Thailand. Then, it's off to Orange County, CA.

We're off to the ultimate old-county pleasure zone, Alabama's Gulf Coast, where shrimping is a way of life. We'll also see how zip-line courses and juicy steaks have made their way into Alabama's beaches.