Some great L.A.-area beaches

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With nearly 12,500 miles (20,000 kilometres) of coastline, the United States lined on three sides with some stupendous strands indeed.  Here are some of my top picks within easy striking distance of key cities like Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Miami, and New York City – many of which are delicious well into September (and depending on the geography, even well beyond)... keep reading