3 Popular Vacation Destinations in Coastal Regions
When choosing a vacation destination, you have a lot of options to choose from. Even if you have narrowed down your options to coastal regions of the world, there are still dozens—even hundreds—of options to choose from.
When trying to filter through all these options, it can get frustrating and overwhelming quickly. Here are three of the most popular coastal vacation destinations to help inspire your choice for your next vacation.
The Caribbean
There are few island chains as majestic and beautiful as the Caribbean islands. The Caribbean features over 700 islands, inlets, reefs, and cays that span the entire Caribbean Sea, from just south of the US Mainland to just north of South America.
A few of the most popular islands that you can explore in the Caribbean are the Bahamas, Belize, Martinique, Haiti, Puerto Rico, and the Cayman Islands, to name a few. The Caribbean is a lovely spot for island vacationers who love the beach, sun, sand, and fun.
The Gulf of Mexico
The Gulf of Mexico is another great option for a coastal vacation spot. The Gulf Coast is renowned for its white sandy beaches and beautifully clear, emerald green waters. And as another appeal for American tourists, you can visit the gulf coast without having to leave the US; Florida, Alabama, Louisiana and Texas all have beaches that border this beautiful region.
For more international travelers, there are obviously a ton of options in Mexico as well. There are sometimes dangerous animals present in the Gulf, of course. You should beware of dangerous animals whenever you swim in the ocean. Still, the gulf offers some of the best views and best snorkeling and scuba diving in the world.
The Amalfi Coast
For travelers looking to get into Europe, while still enjoying the beauty of the beach, the Amalfi coast may be just what you are looking for. The Amalfi coast is a 50km stretch of coastline in the southwestern portion of the Italian peninsula that offers some of the best views and beaches in the Mediterranean.
The Amalfi coast is a spectacular Mediterranean spot dotted with sheer cliffs, as well as quaint and charming fishing villages. If you have never visited the Amalfi coast, then you should seriously consider taking a trip the next time you want to travel Europe.
There are hundreds of coastal regions that all boast wonderful beaches and towns for a stellar vacation. But some seem to rise above the rest as staples for coastal travelers. Give any of these three destinations a shot and you won’t be disappointed.
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