Top 10 Beaches In The US You Should Visit This Summer
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
For a lot of people, going to beach is the best way to spend summer vacation. It’s a refreshing and fun way to forget about the heat and enjoy the bonding time with family and friends. Whether you’re a certified swimmer or a big surfing fan, you have a lot of options when it comes to beach destinations in the US. Here are ten of them:
1. Martha’s Vineyard, Massachusetts
People drove in throngs at Martha’s Vineyard, but that’s not to say that you cannot enjoy a well-deserved getaway. At the far eastern part of the popular vineyard, there’s a place known to the locals as “Moshup Beach”, tucked neatly beneath the Gay Head Cliffs in its unspoilt and pristine condition.
2. East Hampton Beach, New York
This beloved New York destination is a favorite of many A-listers. At East Hampton Beach, you can stroll on the white sand beach and enjoy the sound of the roaring waves as you pass the amazing Lily Pond mansions. At the end of Main Street, you can marvel at the huge homes surrounded by sprawling and well-manicured lawns as you head towards the Main Beach. You’ll love the fantastic white beaches and enjoy the lobster rolls.
3. Kauna'oa Bay, Hawaii
Hawaii is undoubtedly popular for the many beaches you can go to to spend summer vacation. The Kauna’oa Bay is located on the Kohala Coast of the Big Island. This is a quintessential postcard-picture destination, with the beautiful white sand, shady palm trees and the crystal clear and calm blue water. The crescent-shaped beach is a popular attraction for sun worshippers, enthusiasts of aqua sports and beach-loving families.
4. Herring Cove and Race Point Beaches, Provincetown, Massachusetts
Back in the mid-18th century, Provincetown became popular as a Portuguese whaling and fishing community. It later on evolved as a distinguished art colony, in the early 1900s. Provincetown is found on the northernmost tip of Cape Cod and is a proud home to more than 30 miles of beach which are part of the Cape Cod National Seashore (CCNS). The 2 main beaches at Herring Cove and Race Point retained the artistic vibe and has miles of galleries, old mansions and shop houses.
5. Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
This is the ultimate vacation destination of the east Coast. You know it’s summer because the place is teeming with people ready for summertime action. The extensive stretch of silky, soft, white sand of Myrtle Beach offers incredible opportunities for sunbathing, surfing, swimming, fishing and sailing.
6. Clearwater Beach, Florida
Popular among families and couples who want to have a taste of a luxurious summer getaway, the Clearwater Beach in Florida, offers just that with the sandy shores within reach and beachfront hotels. The 3-mile stretch of the Pinellas Peninsula on the Gulf coast straddles the blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico to the west, and the calm and serene Tampa Bay to the east. Summer guests can enjoy unlimited sunbathing on the white sandy beaches or rent fishing boats for a try with the fishing rods, or take a dolphin-watching cruise or just enjoy a game of beach volleyball. There are too many ways to enjoy your vacation at the Clearwater Beach.
7. Coronado Central Beach, California
The glorious 1.5 miles stretch behind the great houses along Ocean Boulevard fronting the luxurious and glamor-filled Hotel Del Coronado is where boogie boarder, tide poolers, swimmers, bodysurfers and sand sculptors all spend their summer vacation. Whale watchers troop the place from December through February for whale watching. The North Beach attracts early risers for surfing and the Dog beach in the extreme north is the favorite beach spot for the canines sans the leash to frolic in the waters.
8. Hamoa Beach, Maui, Hawaii
The adventurous holidaymaker will definitely enjoy the Hamoa Beach as it offers an incredible and exciting sight as you head to the beach. Taking the Road to Hana, you’ll be in awe at the drop-offs of more than 1,000 feet with sporadic guardrails. As you come near to the beach, the crescent beach offers a mixture of lava sand and coral. The palms and flowering plants offer a refreshing sight for the eyes. The lava sand is said to have come from a volcanic crater.
9. Coopers Beach, Southampton, New York
An upscale summer destination, get the chance to rub elbows with some of the rich and famous while you walk along the shores of this wide, white-sand beach. Considered a true Hamptons treasure, the Coopers Beach offers a unique view of the beautiful Atlantic on one side and historic and marvelous mansions on the other. The gently sloping beach is ideal for families looking for a well-deserved summer getaway.
10. Stinson Beach, California
If you’re looking for paradise, the Stinson Beach offers 3 ½ miles of stunning California coastline. From the time you take the winding drive along Highway One north of San Francisco, you’re in for nothing but pleasant surprises. The Stinson Beach offers multiple water sports like surfing, hang gliding, and kayaking. The 51-acre grassy park is near the Muir Woods which offers trails through a redwood forest known for the 700-year old trees it keeps.
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