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Go where the action is. Some places are so famous for their abundance of seashells that you can't go wrong. Research your vacation spot and check out beachcombing forums and other resources. There are entire books about shell-collecting on Florida's beaches, for example. Contact the local tourism board to see if any tour companies offer shell-collecting excursions.
Look at low tide. This is the best time of day to beachcomb. Check the tide schedule and plan your seashell excursion accordingly. Don't forget to check under the sand after the tide has gone out, as the most delicate shells can be found this way.
Go seashell hunting right after a storm. The heavy surf and tides uncover shells and practically toss them up on the beach for you to retrieve.
Get up early. Mollusks come out at night and collect on the beach by morning. Also, you will beat everyone else to the good shells if you are the first one to the shore.
Search in places that have a natural barrier like a reef or rocks. Look for anything that creates a natural shell-catching outlet in the shape of a curve or the letter V.