Santa Rosa Beach is part of South Walton’s scenic Highway 30A area, known for turquoise waters and sugar-white sand. The beach community has an artsy, sophisticated vibe with upscale dining and shopping options. Nearby Point Washington State Forest offers 15,000 acres of natural beauty with hiking and biking trails. The area combines natural beauty with […]
Beaches for Dining
Hollywood Beach
Hollywood Beach features a nostalgic feel with its famous 2.5-mile Broadwalk (not Boardwalk) lined with shops, restaurants, and hotels. The pedestrian-friendly promenade is perfect for walking, biking, or rollerblading with rental shops available. The beach offers calm waters ideal for families and numerous beachfront cafes with outdoor seating. Regular live music performances at the Hollywood […]
Vero Beach
Vero Beach offers a sophisticated yet relaxed beach experience on Florida’s Treasure Coast. The beaches feature golden sand, blue waters, and sea turtle nesting grounds (visible during guided turtle walks in summer). The town has strict building height restrictions maintaining an uncrowded, village-like atmosphere. Downtown Vero and Ocean Drive offer high-end boutiques, art galleries, and […]
Pass-a-Grille Beach
Pass-a-Grille is a historic beach community at the southern end of St. Pete Beach with a distinct, laid-back character. The narrow beach town is only one block wide, with the Gulf of Mexico on one side and Boca Ciega Bay on the other. The beach features soft white sand and clear water with a historic […]
Delray Beach
Delray Beach combines excellent Atlantic beachfront with an award-winning downtown full of restaurants, galleries, and boutiques. The beach area features clean, wide stretches of sand with professional lifeguards and good facilities. Atlantic Avenue, the main thoroughfare, runs from the beach through downtown with numerous sidewalk cafes and shops within walking distance of the ocean. The […]
Jensen Beach
Jensen Beach on Hutchinson Island offers a laid-back atmosphere with uncrowded beaches and excellent water quality. The beach town has retained its charming, small-town character with locally owned shops and restaurants. Jensen Beach is known as the ‘Pineapple Capital of the World’ due to its pineapple plantation history celebrated in the annual Pineapple Festival. The […]
Captiva Island
Sister island to Sanibel, known for stunning sunsets, excellent shelling, and exclusive atmosphere. Home to South Seas Island Resort and the quirky “Bubble Room” restaurant. Features fewer crowds than neighboring islands, pristine beaches, and opportunities for dolphin watching and bird viewing.
New Smyrna Beach
New Smyrna Beach is known as one of the best surf spots on the East Coast with consistent breaks attracting surfers year-round. The beach allows vehicles on hard-packed sand (with permit) making it easily accessible. Flagler Avenue offers a charming strip of boutiques, galleries, and restaurants leading to the beach. The area has a strong […]
South Beach (Miami Beach)
Iconic beach known worldwide for its Art Deco architecture, vibrant nightlife, and celebrity culture. Features clear waters, fine white sand, and the famous Ocean Drive with its colorful buildings and sidewalk cafes. Popular with international visitors seeking a glamorous beach experience with excellent people-watching.
Fort Lauderdale Beach
Fort Lauderdale Beach features a pristine shoreline with blue waters and palm-lined promenade. The beach’s signature wave wall and brick-paved promenade make it perfect for walking, jogging, biking, or rollerblading. Unlike its wild spring break days, the beach now offers a more sophisticated experience with upscale resorts, boutiques, and restaurants along A1A. The beach is […]