Top 5 Family-Friendly Beach Vacations
March 11, 2017
Many of us have an affinity towards beaches. With the warm breeze caressing your face and the bright sun kissing your skin, it’s no wonder that beach vacations are extremely popular for all ages – whether you’re going to a hyped-up beach resort for your college Spring Break, or simply looking for a low-key, relaxing beach to quietly bask in nature’s beauty, beaches are always going to be popular vacation spots at any time of the year.
But in this article, we’re going to focus on one particular type of beach – the family-friendly kind.
If you’re traveling with children, or looking for a beach vacation that fosters more family-friendly activities, rather than a wild, partying atmosphere, you’ve come to the right place! Here’s a list of our top 5 family-friendly beach spots you absolutely must visit.
Hilton Head, South Carolina
Located on the southeastern coast of South Carolina, this resort town is filled with rich culture dating back to the Civil War era. Aside from its historical significance, this beach has also built a reputation for being an amazing place for individuals to travel to with their families. Some of the family friendly activities in Hilton Head include:
Outer Banks, North Carolina
This gorgeous strip of island located between North Carolina, and Virginia is full of stories. Stories of Blackbeard the pirate, the disappearance of the Lost Colony, as well as the Wright Brothers’ first flight here. It is also destination that families really enjoy because of the beaches, wildlife attractions, mini-golf courses and the North Carolina Aquarium at Roanoke Island. Some of the family friendly activities in Outer Banks include:
- Jockey’s Ridge State Park
- The Lost Colony
- Roanoke Island Festival Park
- Wright Brothers National Museum
Sanibel Island, Florida
For those of you who have adventurous little ones who constantly like to get close to the shoreline, you can finally feel at ease when they venture a little out of your reach. Sanibel Island is known for its very calm tide, and rarely ever gets too much wave activity which could be dangerous to your children. Also, if you’re a shell collector, this is quite the haven! Some fun, family-friendly activities you can find here include:
- The Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum
- N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge
- Sanibel Historical Museum and Village
- Sanibel Causeway
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina
For the families that want relaxing walks on the beach and the enjoyment of nature coupled with fun, lively activities, Myrtle Beach is the place to be. Myrtle Beach is special for its amusement park which resides right before the shoreline as well as its boardwalk. This is perfect for families who love a little thrill and adventure. Some of the family-friendly activities in Myrtle Beach include:
Ocean City, Maryland
Forget just walking down the shoreline and enjoying the calm breeze. You’re looking for a jam-packed trip full of adrenaline and high energy to satisfy your kids, as well as your inner kids! Ocean City is just the place for this. With fun rides, and amusement parks at every corner, this is the place for those of you who want to enjoy other activities in a beach setting. Some of the fun activities and amusement parks you can go to here include:
We hope we’ve provided you with some fun destinations, as well as activities to engage in with your family during your next vacation! It’s always important to be prepared during any trip, especially in case there’s a chance you may need to cancel, or if something unexpected were to occur. With that being said, please reach out to us if you have any questions regarding travel insurance options.
Good luck, and safe travels!
Thank you, so much for this article. I so love the beaches and this post has added more curiosity inside me :)
Posted by: Prakash Thakur | March 21, 2017 at 04:52 AM
I've had tons of friends and family vacation at the Outer Banks for vacation. I didn't know about the stories of Black Beard or that the Wright Brothers flew there. I need to organize a vacation at this beach someday.
Posted by: Alice Jones | April 14, 2017 at 02:46 PM
Great places for travelling lovers. I love to collect sea shells and never visited in Florida yet. I would definitely add this place to my travelling list.
Posted by: Keerti | May 8, 2017 at 05:47 AM