It’s spring break time and people from all over the country flock to the beaches to enjoy the waves, the sand and the sun. After the harsh winter of 2009/2010, people are very ready to get away from work and relax on the beach with their families. Many people consider Florida a great beach destination due to the great weather and abundance of beautiful beaches. Here are 5 great Florida beach getaways to check out:
1) Siesta Key Beach
Siesta Key Beach is ranked each year as one of the most beautiful beaches in the country. Located just off Sarasota, Florida, this 8-mile-long barrier island is surrounded by big waters. The sand on Siesta Key Beach is very fine, white, and refreshing to the skin. Made up of 99% quartz, this beach sand is very pretty and fun to play with. You can fly directly into Sarasota or Tampa, which is just over an hour away. This is a great place to spend a week.
2) Clear water beach
Located on the west coast of Florida, just west of Tampa, this is a fabulous place to spend a week with your family. Clearwater has a fun atmosphere and offers many activities for people of all ages. The water is calm and the beach is very beautiful. You can walk for miles and miles along this beach. This is an easily accessible beach, as you can fly directly into St. Petersburg or Tampa.
3) Daytona Beach
Daytona is located on the east coast of Florida, about 45 minutes from Orlando. You have 23 kilometers of beach to enjoy with your family and friends. If you like the Atlantic Ocean instead of the Gulf of Mexico, this is a fun place to visit for a vacation.
4) Miami Beach
This is a very popular place for spring break. College students from all over the country flock to Miami to party and have a good time. You’ll find no shortage of things to do in South Beach and Miami. The hard part might be finding some peace and quiet.
5) Frame Island
Marco Island is located on the west coast of Florida and just south of Naples. It is the largest of Florida’s Ten Thousand Islands and is a popular getaway for beach lovers. This is a great place for those looking for a slower pace than popular places like Miami or Daytona Beaches. You will find that the beaches are very beautiful and the water very relaxing. If you want to get away from the hustle and bustle of advertising for a nice nap on the beach, Marco Island might be the right place for you.
