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“Dr. Beach” — Dr. Stephen P. Leatherman — is back with his 8th annual ranking of “America’s Best Beaches,” which is also a book ($19.95; call 888-867-2322). The Florida International University of Miami professor’s picks:
1. Kailua Beach Park, Oahu, Hawaii
2. Kaunaoa, Big Island, Hawaii
3. St. Joseph Peninsula State Park, east of Panama City, Fla.
4. Wailea, Maui, Hawaii
5. Caladesi Island State Park, Dunedin, Fla.
6. Hamoa, Maui, Hawaii
7. Cape Florida State Recreation Area, Key Biscayne, Fla.
8. Hanalei Beach, Kauai, Hawaii
9. Ft. Desoto Park, St. Petersburg, Fla.
10. St. George Island State Park, southwest of Tallahassee, Fla.
