From Texas to Virginia, these coastal towns are picture perfect.

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There are many reasons to fall in love with aparticular beach.

It could be a haven for shell-seekers.

Cape Charles

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Or the perfect place to catch some waves.

Maybe the sand feels extra soft between your toes.

Some of the most picturesque shorelines in the country are these spots found throughout the Southern coasts.

Alabama: Fairhope

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Many of these beaches are longtime favorites, like St. Augustine or Port Aransas.

Others, like Ocean Springs or Grand Isle, might be less familiar.

The one thing that they all have in common is their breathtaking beauty.

A sunset at Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

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Or at least give you somewhere gorgeous to dream about.

Youll want to stay at the Canalside Inn where Fidos welcome and dog amenities are plentiful.

Florida: Anna Maria Island

Anna Maria Island is what beach town dreams are made of.

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see to it to grab a Margarita Donut or some other crazy confection from The Donut Experiment for breakfast.

Sneak in a visit on the North Beach Birding Trail near Tybee’s famous lighthouse.

The Pier Village downtown is great for spending an afternoon shopping, strolling, and sipping.

Anna Maria Island Coastline

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But Grand Isle has survived.

Located onLouisiana’s Lake Charles, there’s always something happening on the white sand shores of North Beach.

The beach is popular for beach volleyball, beachcombing, and picnicking.

St. Augustine, Florida

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Plus, you won’t have to worry about saltwater stinging your eyes!

It seems Chesapeake Bay’s broad and captivating vistas are everywhere within sight.

Then, grab a lobster roll from Thorny Oyster.

Tybee Island, Georgia

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Sullivan’s Island is a quiet, Lowcountry jewel with stunning beach houses in gracious lines along protected beaches.

This hidden gem is a thoughtful mix of preserved nature and modern-day adventure.

To explore an exotic locale without leaving the states, visit the Moody Gardens.

St. Simon’s Island Lighthouse, in Georgia

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Beach activities range from sandcastle building to surfing lessons.

And you’re able to’t forget what the town is best known for–fishing.

Next door on Chincoteague Island, you could enjoy the only resort island inVirginia.

Grand Isle, Louisiana Beauty Images during sunset

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North Beach in Louisiana

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Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum

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Reasons to Visit Bay St. Louis, Mississippi

Southport, North Carolina Yacht

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Carolina Beach with Kids

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Sullivan’s Island People on the Beach

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Fripp Island

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Galveston TX

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Cinnamon Shore in Port Aransas, TX

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Sunset view of Cape Charles, VA

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Three Assateague pony mares walking along the surf at the Assateague Island National Seashore beach

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