The summer has come and it is time to bring the sunscreen with sunglasses and plan a long-awaited vacation.
Can’t decide where to go? How about one of the seven best «beach» cities in America? The waves were ideal for surfing, wind — sailing, and fishing enthusiasts will find something to pamper yourself.
1. Cannon Beach, Oregon
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Just an hour from Portland, lies cannon beach with its art galleries, fish restaurants and a private distillery plant (in addition to its amazing beaches).
Things to do in Cannon Beach: of course to bathe, and at the same time to take pictures of the same Haystack Rock, which has appeared in the films «the Goonies» and the final scene of «point break».
And be sure to visit Ecola State Park: there you can enjoy a true journey into the jungle.
2. Santa Barbara, California
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Sometimes they call this place the «American Cote d’azur». That’s really where-where, and here in Santa Barbara (we are not on the show) you will plunge into the ocean of pleasure. The city will satisfy even the most demanding beach lovers. Near the city is the mountain range of Santa Ynez.
What to do in Santa Barbara: do rock climbing or ride a mountain bike in Chumash Pass. And to go to the beach Hendry»s (also called Arroyo Burro Beach).
3. Provincetown, Massachusetts
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This centuries-old city began its history as a fishing village of puritans from England, and it is now one of the favorite places of famous artists, tourists and members of the LGBTcommunity. Every summer, the city attracts people from all over the States.
What to do in Provincetown: perfect, just a wonderful place for doing nothing under the sun in Herring Cove. There are still Race Point Beach, a nature preserve , Cape Cod National Seashore. But if you to art for you, visit East End on Commercial street, where many galleries.
4. Paia, Hawaii
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Well then without any problems. Hawaii is, first and foremost, the beaches, volcanoes and nature reserves.
So, Paia (with a population of only 2000 people) town, which is often call «the world capital of Windsurfing».
What to do in Paia: for those who can not live without waves and boards, should go to Hookipa and Spreckelsville. But if you are a fan of Windsurfing, you can benefit for the soul to spend time in Paia. On the Northern edge of the Bay all day hang bug (wasn’t that cute). All Aloha!
5. Kill Devil Hills, North Carolina
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Kill devil hills is a cultural and geographic center of the Outer banks.
Besides, the city has a rich history. Kill devil hills – the cradle of aviation. It is here that the Wright brothers made their first flight. They chose sand dunes because of constant winds and, at that time, the remoteness of the city.
His name is also a curious story. And again she is associated with dunes. In the colonial era here, the storms have been many shipwrecks, after which the locals would collect the wreckage and the cargo ships. Among them were barrels of rum. Said he was so strong that could knock even the devil.
How to have fun in kill devil hills: wander through the areato reach National Coastline, down to Cape Hatteras and drive to Ocracoke on the ferry. Can also go to the National Wright brothers memorialto learn about them and more about aviation. Another is to visit the Avalon Fishing Pier and visit Nags Head Woods Preserve.
6. Cocoa Beach, Florida
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Do you remember the TV show «I dream of Jeannie»? So, it was shot in this town. And the city became famous due to the fact that 24 km from it passed the construction of a Space center named after John F. Kennedy.
What to do in cocoa beach to visit the annual Eastern Surfing Festival, which attracts 50,000 spectators and Windsurfing in Lori Wilson Park.
7. South Padre Island, Texas
A house near the water on Padr beach. depositphotos
And again Windsurfing, fishing, kayaking, horse riding, standup paddleboarding are – well, you understand. In spring and summer melancholy has no chance to survive on this coast.
What to do: to Study Padre Island National Seashore in erature. To ride on horseback along the shore. To participate in the Texas International Fishing Tournament.
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