“Let’s go to the beach!”
Remote or close to amenities?
Now it’s only a matter of packing your towel and remembering your sunscreen.
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And they’ve kept on coming.
The town of 40,000 has all the makings of anideal vacation destinationand is super popular among multigenerational families.
Duck, North Carolina
The Outer Banks town of Duck is relatively new on the block.
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It was incorporated in 2002, and fewer than 1,000 folks call it home.
But dont let its size keep you away.
Once night falls, keep your eyes peeled for illusive ghost crabs.
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Amelia Island, Florida
This 13-mile barrier island changed hands eight times over the past 450-plus years.
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Floridas 30A is known for its many upscale beach communities.
Alys has its striking, white-washed architecture, and Seaside is known for its friendly town square.
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But Rosemary Beach will transport you someplace else entirely.
The crowned jewel of the town may be the 55-room boutique hotel The Pearl (no pun intended).
It only gets more whimsical from there.
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The island is devoid of high rises and fast-food restaurants.
Instead, youll find brightly painted homes, charming local shops, and more picturesque scenes along Pine Avenue.
With its many family-owned businesses.
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But if youre looking for a slower pace, the idyllic seaside town of Lauderdale-By-The-Sea is your ticket.
Pro tip: Underwater enthusiasts can snorkel a reef thats just 100 yards offshore.
As a major destination for surfers, the towns got an undeniable local flavor thats apparent everywhere you look.
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Ocean City, Maryland
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Boardwalks and beaches go together likepeanuts and Coke.
Ocean City has both in spades.
Its an experience youll not soon forget.
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To learn more about St. Augustines wild side, a trip with St. Augustine Eco Tours is a must.
Hole up in a cozy cottage at The Park micro-resort for the ultimate relaxing vacation.
Stay at the Canalside Inn, where pups are not only welcome but encouraged to come along.
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Honeymoon Island State Park is known for its white-sand beaches, nature trails, and wildlife.Credit:Robbie Caponetto
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