Rollaboard Travel - Tips on Traveling Light

By: Alexine

Looking for travel plans for this coming summer vacation with your family and loved ones? Look no further than a beautiful beach in our own diverse country. There are beaches all over both coasts and on our very own tropical paradise in the middle of the Pacific Ocean. Hopefully you will be able to enjoy some quality time this summer on one of country’s most beautiful beaches.

1. Hanalei Bay, Kauai, Hawaii

Flying into the Lihue airport is such a wonderful experience in itself. The smell of sweet tropical flowers overcomes your senses. Then you make your way to the condo or hotel where you are staying and reality sets it. It’s time to visit the beach. Make your way to Hanalei Bay and you will discover all the fabulous beach activities. From body surfing to sun bathing, there is something for everyone.

2. Siesta Beach, Sarasota, Florida

Siesta Beach is another gorgeous beach with beautiful accommodations. There are exquisite resorts lining the beach that have package deals if you would like to stay within walking distance. While the white sand beach is breathtaking in itself there are many fun activities to take part in right outside your hotel door. They offer sunset cruises, fishing and parasailing just to name a few.

3. Coopers Beach, Southampton, New York

Miles of breathtaking beach are at your finger tips when you visit Southampton, New York. Coopers Beach is a wonderful place to go on long walks and watch the sunset. Family vacations are great here because you can just spend quality time together relaxing on the beach. It is important to allow yourself to unwind from the daily grind back home and this is defiantly the perfect place to make that happen.

4. Coronado Beach, San Diego, California

This beautiful beach is home to a small community of friendly people. You can stay in wonderful accommodations just minutes from the beach on your vacation. When you feel like getting a little more active than just lounging on the beach there are many activities to take part in like tennis, sailing or surfing. Be sure to pack your walking shoes as there are miles of pathways along the beach to explore.

5. Hamoa Beach, Maui, Hawaii

This beach is rated one of Hawaii’s best beaches by many as it is a stunning place to visit on your family vacation in Maui. You can take part in different activities including swimming, snorkeling, diving and body surfing. Be sure to rent or buy some equipment and pack a lunch before you head to the beach as there aren’t any concession stands or rental places. This beach is not handicap accessible.

6. Main Beach, East Hampton, New York

East Hampton is a great family vacation due to the historical background. You can tour around all the old buildings and get a feeling of what the 1600’s were like there just from visiting. Also you can’t forget about Main Beach, one of the finest in the area. This is a safe beach to take your family as there is a lifeguard on duty. They also have a bathroom and snack bar for your convenience.

7. Cape Hatteras, Outer Banks, North Carolina

With temperatures already getting to the 70s you can’t wait to get yourself to this beautiful beach this summer. Outer Banks is such a popular family destination due to its exciting activities and wonderful accommodations. Take part in water sports if you don’t want to just lie around on the beach. Also, if you get too much sun you can go tour all the wonderful historical sites and museums too.

8. Cape Florida State Park, Key Biscayne, Florida

This gorgeous state park has everything you need for a wonderful family vacation. There are beautiful beaches and lots of great camping sites to spend quality family time around the camp fire each night. If you are not very fond of camping you can make reservations to rent a cabin or stay in the lodge. For fun you can go swimming, hiking, rent boats, take a bike ride and visit the museums.

9. Coast Guard Beach, Cape Cod, Massachusetts

This beach is a wonderful place to spend the days with your family. With restrooms and wheelchair ramps you can bring the whole family down to the beach when you feel like going. Cape Cod is a beautiful place to visit in the summer time and has many different accommodations and restaurants available. Be sure to make reservations for your hotel as places fill up during the summer.

10. Beachwalker Park, Kiawah Island, South Carolina

This beautiful island surrounded in beaches is a great place to vacation with your family. Kiawah Island has lots of wonderful accommodations really close to the beach. There is also lots of wildlife to explore during your stay when you need a break from the beach. However, when you do go to the beach there are plenty of great services available including showers, restrooms, chair rentals and a snack bar.

I hope you are able to make it to one of these beautiful beaches this summer as it would be a wonderful experience for you and your family. Look into travel deals online or drive there if it is relatively close to your home. Even a weekend getaway is a great opportunity for some quality time with your family.