Waves are usually manageable and even little kids can play in the water. What you like best about this beach: The Fort Lauderdale / Boca Raton / Deerfield Beach area boasts some of the prettiest white-sand beaches around. Kelly’s Landing in Fort Lauderdale is similar to The Whale’s Rib: great seafood at a fair price.įavorite Attractions: Shopping and eating in Mizner Park, parasailing, jet-ski rentals, day trip to the Everglades for an airboat tour. JB’s on the Beach offers beautiful views and good food.
You can also fly into Hollywood International Airport.įavorite place to stay: Hilton Fort Lauderdale Beach, The Westin Fort Lauderdale, W Fort Lauderdale, Wyndham Deerfield Beachįavorite Dining Spots: Max’s Grille in Mizner Park, The Whale’s Rib in Deerfield Beach doesn’t look fancy, but the seafood is fantastic. If you prefer a quieter spot, away from the crowd, Sand Key Park and the Sheraton Sand Key Resort may be right for you.įort Lauderdale, FL (Deerfield Beach and Boca Raton)ĭistance from Triad: 11-12 hours driving distance. Just a 2 mile drive from Pier 60 (the heart of Clearwater Beach is Sand Key. Tips for staying in this area: Staying on or near the beach (where SO much can be reached on foot) will save you a lot of time and headache. The best part of Clearwater is its amazing white sand beaches and your ability to see a sunset over water, without traveling to California!ĭownfalls of staying in this area: Traffic can be heavy at times and parking may be difficult. It’s not on the beach but it’s on the intercoastal.įavorite Dining Spots: Frenchy’s Rockaway Grill(one of 6 Frenchy’s locations), Crabby’s Bar & Grill (a perfect spot for sunset)įavorite Attractions: Clearwater Marine Aquarium (Winter the Dolphin), Sunsets at Pier 60, Deep Sea Fishing, Sunset Cruises, water sports of all kinds, and <1 hour drive to Tampa’s Busch Gardens. Allegiant flies direct from Greensboro.įavorite place to stay: With my parents! I know nothing about hotels on Clearwater Beach, other than friends have loved Hyatt Regency Clearwater Beach and Opal Sands Resort. Florida Family Beachesĭistance from Triad: 11-12 hour drive, or a flight into Tampa (TPA) or St.Pete/Clearwater Airport (PIE). Eating out with zero wait, Christmas shopping at the outlets and spending time walking around downtown is so much fun. We like to spend Thanksgiving up there when the town is quiet. My family loves Rehoboth Beach during the off season. AVOID July 4th week! Though, Rehoboth Beach has the best firework show I have ever seen.
Plan an “eating out” budget – there are so many fantastic restaurants within in walking distance. Tips for staying in this area: Bring your bikes or rent them. The water is much cooler than NC beaches. $1 trolley rides around Rehoboth Beach and to Dewey Beach (neighboring beach with fun music scene)ĭownfalls of staying in this area: Can be expensive and traffic is heavy. You can walk or ride you bikes to over 100 restaurants, shops, ice cream places, bars, etc. What you like best about this beach: This is the most family-friendly beach I have ever been to. You can also catch the ferry to Cape May, NJ, from Lewes. Take a side trip to Lewes, DE (pronounced “Lewis”) and visit the historic, quaint downtown where there are plenty of shops (including an old-fashioned candy and toy store), restaurants, beautiful homes, and a harbor on the intercoastal waterway. Delaware Family Beaches Rehoboth Beach, DEįavorite place to stay: Home rentals (there are plenty of great homes and condos for rent)įavorite Dining Spots: Dogfish Head Brewpub, Summer House, Dos Locos Stonegrill, Arena’s Deli(voted Best of DE for sandwiches and lunch spot)įavorite Attractions: Funland on the boardwalk, Tanger Outlets (NO sales tax in DE!), Rehoboth Avenue Shops. This blog will be archived under our Recreation category and linked on our Directoriespage. If you have a beach to add to our “favorites” list, email us here. We hope these tips & suggestions from other local moms will help you choose a beach location that fits your family’s needs and wants. Whether you’re looking to head to the beach this summer or later this year, we have a great list of recommended family beaches all along the East coast, thanks to TMoM members, readers and fans.
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