Though the Caribbean is home to scores of wonderful resorts, stores and restaurants, the beaches set the region apart as an excellent family destination. Likewise, St. Thomas is known for its accommodations and duty-free shopping, but visitors are often surprised at the wealth of excellent beaches. From the spacious, activity-filled beaches near Charlotte Amalie to the rocky coastline of the northern shore, St. Thomas has the perfect stretch of sand for every type of traveler. If you are in search of a friendly Caribbean island with plenty of sun, sand and fun, look no further than St. Thomas.
As many of St. Thomas' best resorts are located near the harbor of Charlotte Amalie, it should come as no surprise that some of the island's most well-known
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Bolongo Bay features a slightly rockier, but incredibly picturesque, coastline and has recently become known as a great location for novices and families to try snorkeling. The onsite rental shops at Bolongo Bay also offer water sports equipment such as water bikes and kayaks to complete a relaxing day in the water. Brewer's Bay is the beach of choice for St. Thomas' residents. The beach at Brewers Bay is clean and wide; the water calm and clear; the atmosphere casual with a flourish of Caribbean hospitality. On weekends, it is common for food vendors to set up shop along this undeveloped stretch of sand, enticing both locals and visitors with some of St. Thomas' most unique …show more content…
Thomas is home to the greatest collection of beaches, many of which feature calm surf and extensive water sport activities. The most popular beach along the eastern shore is Coki Point, a favorite amongst locals and tourists for snorkeling and picnicking in the sun. Though Coki Point is often busy on the weekends, the vibrant Caribbean atmosphere - usually featuring numerous vendors and musicians - makes this beach a can't-miss destination. Tourists in search of the large, luxurious beaches that made the Caribbean famous should also visit Sapphire Beach - a roomy white-sand beach known for snorkeling, windsurfing and numerous refreshment options - and Lindquist Beach - a spacious, undeveloped beach with a truly tropical
The first island of the cruise was St.Thomas. We hopped in a taxi and explored the island. Then, we visited one of the best beaches in the world called Magen's Bay. It was one of the prettiest beaches I have been too. The sand was so soft and the ocean was clear blue. When we
If you are looking for an excellent vacation spot that offers its visitors fantastic beaches, then you need to check out Bonita Springs. The three beaches all have something special to offer visitors, so you will be sure to find something that suits your fancy. They are close in proximity to each other, so you can easily visit all three of them in one trip and choose the one that is your favorite. Or, you do not need to choose at all and simply enjoy all
Not many folks are aware that this beach exists, so if you are looking to enjoy some solitude, this is the beach for you. You can find this piece of paradise just west of the Carrabelle Bridge on Gulf Beach Road. Since this beach is not well known, there is no formal parking area nor any other convenience facilities. So, make sure to bring everything you will need with you. The natural terrain of the waterfront makes this beach a spectacular place to fish, particularly in the summer and fall. It is also a great place to take a romantic moonlit walk, as the sunrises and sunsets help to set a scene that you will not soon
One of the tours they offer is to the Caribbean, providing stays in the most exclusive and luxurious hotels and resorts in the Caribbean. The holiday is tailor-made. It offers the opportunity to glimpse the flavour and colour of local life.
The island of Maui hosts the Maui Ocean Center, which is the largest tropical aquarium in the United States. Maui is also a good place to windsurf and has tons of different waterfalls. The resort area of Ka'anapali is located on the western coast of Maui and is home to the island's best golf courses. This is where you will find the large high-rise resorts. They have plenty of pools for the kids to swim in. The beach here, however, is not quite as kid friendly as Waikiki Beach. The rip currents can be strong and Maui is much windier that Honolulu. The calmer beach at Kihei might be a little more kid
One of the most visited destinations in the Caribbean is St. Croix. It is the largest island and the most multi-ethnic of the U.S. Virgin Islands. It is mostly known as a place of retreat of those travelers looking for serenity. It also offers a tropical escapade with its pristine beaches, lush forests, terrains, and recreational activities.
Rather than finding a hotel, opt to rent a beach house. When split with friends, the cost is pretty affordable and it comes with an awesome level of privacy and convenience. Anna Maria Island, the northernmost part of Bradenton’s barrier island, is home to nationally renowned white-sand beaches and clear water. Holmes Beach and Bradenton
Fort Myers Beach on Estero Island is a popular destination for boating and fishing, while Bonita Beach showcases some of the finest beaches. Fort Myers, nicknamed “City of Palms,” is home to the estates of inventor Thomas Edison and automobile magnate Henry Ford, and offers tours of their exhibits including museum, botanical gardens and research laboratory. Lee Island Coast is a region of natural splendor, with unique and inviting opportunities, ideal for escaping the hustle and bustle of everyday
Moody gardens and Pleasure Pier are two of the main attractions on the island. Moody gardens has a series of tall glass pyrmids with the aquarium pyrimid, rainforest pyrimid, and discovery pyrimid. Moody gardens aslo has a pool area named palm beach. Pleasure Pier is a board walk with rides and restraunts. Some of the rides are Ferris Wheel, Pirates
Myrtle Beach and Grand Turks are two vactation locations. Most people do not know about Grand Turks as being one becase to be able to reach this island a boat is used. Where as Myrtle Beach can be reached by pretty much anyway. Even though they are both vacation spots they are two different places. Myrtle Beach, South Caroina, and Grand Turks, Caicos Island, both vacation places, but differ in ocean color, toursit attractions, and average temperature.
I normally don't like going to the popular beaches because they are always crowded with people. I enjoy going to the beach and being able to enjoy it without tons of people around me. That’s one of the reasons I love Assateague Island. I can just sit and relax and feel the sun on my skin, hear the wind, and feel the grains
As I cruised to the islands of Turks and Caicos, Dominican Republic and Aruba, I realized the beauty of traveling. Sailing across open waters, and stopping on white sand beaches was something I could never forget. Breathing in the fresh air was nothing short of amazing. Experiencing these crystal clear waters was a once in a lifetime opportunity, and something I could only get from exploring new parts of the world.
In fact, we even went to the water park the year it opened! This park includes sprinkles and water that gets thrown all around you. My brother and I , the first time we visited this park, had an exciting time running and laughing through the many water attraction. On this particular day it was in the nineties and sunny and the cool water felt nice. Swimming is another popular activity to participate in on Marco Island. Every house on the island has a pool along with the hotels, resorts, condos, and the island gym. In fact, I go in the pool at least twice a day. Once in the middle of the day or the morning and again at night. One of my most enjoyable memories include the night my brother Jacob and I went in the pool at 11PM. The pool at my grandparents house has a light inside so we could see. Also, they have luau lights hanging on the porch. This was enjoyable because we were hitting the beach ball back and forth while my grandmother and dog Bear watched from the bench outside the pool. However, out of all these enjoyable activities, my personal favorite part and the most famous part of the area is the beach. Marco Island has a selection of beaches on the island including, a membership only residents beach and two public beaches. To go along with the significance of the beach, many of the resorts and condos have access to the beach. However, the biggest celebration and the biggest beach day of the year is independence day. This
Marco Island is the largest of the thousands of islands that surround Florida in the Gulf of Mexico. What sand beaches and the easy paced
The Bahamas is known for its warm sunshine, perfect climate, and pristine beaches with crystal clear water lapping at the shores. It is one of the most popular and beautiful tourist destinations in the world and attracts thousands of travelers every year. Though gorgeous strips of sand ring every island of this 700-island archipelago, it is a multifaceted destination and offers a variety of exclusively Bahamian experiences for every type of traveler.