Planning to test out your favorite beach chair on some of the world’s most popular and beloved beaches? Some of the most beautiful beaches in the US are found along the coast of the Gulf of Mexico. Here are details of three of the most beautiful, relaxing and breathtaking beach vacation destinations or fantastic vacations you can visit with many activities and adventures to choose from while you travel.
Gulf Shores, Alabama – Whether you want to relax and spend time alone or with loved ones, or just want to get away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, Alabama’s beaches are perfect for you. Take your sunscreen, beach towels and cooler with you and let’s head south. The casual and relaxed atmosphere of this southern city is all you need to rejuvenate your soul. Singles, families and couples love a trip to the Alabama Gulf Coast to kick back and enjoy the activities this beach has to offer. Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, and Fort Morgan are Alabama beach towns where you can find a treasure trove of exciting activities.
Gulf Shores is located at the southern end of Interstate 59 in Alabama, also known as a good place for an extended family vacation. White sand beaches always seem to be a favorite place to play, sit back and relax, or go for long walks. Gulf Shores is tourist-oriented with many souvenir shops; specialty shops, beach restaurants, hotels and apartments, all within walking distance of the beach. The adventure activities are endless with jet ski rentals, parasailing, go-kart racing, and don’t forget to slide down the waterslide in Waterville, USA. Later when you’re ready to eat, relax, this is the South. Don’t leave out the Hope Cheesecake after the seafood. There is always something fun to do in Gulf Shores, Alabama.
Texas – The furry members of our family have become much more than just a member of the family that walks around the house. We want these “kids” to join us on vacation too. With economies up and down the state, family vacations have become an even higher priority as we see the need to reconnect away from everyday stress. Now, if you want to travel with your pets, then I am sure that the beaches of Texas are the ones for you. Fortunately, traveling with pets nowadays has become much easier. This is good news for pet owners and their furry children across the country.
You’ll find that many South Texas beaches are pet-friendly. Housing options that offer open doors to pets are there for the asking. Here are some of the popular pet-friendly beaches in Texas. Cole Park – An ideal destination for you, your family and your pets. Located in Corpus Christi, this beach has play areas for your kids, a fishing pier, and plenty of sand for your dog to wag his tail. Padre Island National Seashore – one of the most famous seaside resorts in the country with more than 800,000 visitors each year. The sun, sand, and surf are also pet-friendly here. Straps are necessary in some areas and are always a wise choice in all considerations. Stewart Beach – Located in Galveston and very popular with families with its sandcastle competition and allows dogs on leashes. South Padre Island – one of the largest beaches in the country. They are very strict when it comes to cleaning up after your pet, which makes this beach a very clean place to swim and play. You can find nightclubs, restaurants and shopping areas nearby.
Florida: Florida’s beaches are consistently ranked as the best beaches in the United States. You will love its beautiful virgin beaches, with soft white sand and turquoise and emerald waters. All lovers of Florida beaches have their favorite place and no two can agree. However, the beaches of the Gulf of Mexico are some of those popular beaches that you will want to visit. So get ready to walk barefoot and feel the sand squeeze between your toes, while you enjoy the waves crashing on the ground. Caladesi Island State Park – This state park is made up of natural islands along Florida’s Gulf Coast. You will definitely love its beautiful white sand beaches. They have a 3-mile nature trail, a marina with 108 slips, picnic pavilions, bathhouses, and concessions for parks and playgrounds. St. Andrews State Park – Beloved for its clean white sands and emerald green waters, this park has two fishing piers, a boat launch and a boat ramp. Some of the activities you can do here are kayaking, canoeing, swimming, snorkeling, diving, hiking, and bird watching. Grayton Beach State Park – Offers sugar-white sand beaches, cabins and campgrounds with full facilities. Activities you can try are sunbathing, swimming, surf fishing, boating and kayaking.
Consider bringing your pets and a friend or three for relaxation, adventure, and most of all, sand when you vacation on the Gulf Coast. The hospitality of the southern United States is an experience not to be missed. Add to that the beautiful beaches of the Gulf Coast and you couldn’t ask for a better place to park your beach chair than the Gulf of Mexico, American style!