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Top 10 Spring Break Beach Destinations

It’s almost that time that students from all over the United States wait for.. Spring Break. Beaches are still the number one spot for most spring breakers.

Here are the top 10 spring break beach destinations according to Travelers Advantage.

1. South Padre, Texas … Boasts some 25 miles of sandy shoreline. Condos and hotels dot much of the beachfront, and there are more than 20 beach access points with free parking. South Padre is also home to the best surf in Texas, and lively nightlife is dished up year-round. The play-hard culture dominates at Laguna Madre on the bay side of the island. While
there, go sailing, parasailing, boating, windsurfing, kite surfing and more.

2. Tampa Bay, Fla. … A crown jewel of the Florida West Coast, Treasure Island sparkles with myriad beach and water sport activities. Treasure Island - as are most of the Pinellas beaches - is bordered by the Gulf of Mexico to the west, and the intra-coastal waterway and Boca Ciega Bay to the east. Rich in both Indian and pirate history, Treasure Island is
one of the Bay Area’s most popular beaches.

3. Key West, Fla. … Popular Smathers Beach offers a half-mile stretch of pristine beach, and features ample parking, concession stands, chair rentals, bike paths, picnic tables and volleyball. Take to the surf with numerous watersport activities, including jet skiing, parasailing and windsurfing. Duval Street is the hub of Key West life; hotels, guest houses, inns, bed & breakfasts, shops and restaurants abound, evoking the ambience of a tropical paradise. They are only a conch shell’s throw from each other, and a leisurely walk is the best mode of transportation on this enchanting island.

4. Destin, Fla. … Destin is home to some of the world’s most beautiful beaches. The crystal clear, water and sugar white sand fortifies the Emerald Coast in both name and reputation, and has emerged as one of America’s premier vacation destinations. Destin’s beaches offer sunbathers, snorkelers and fishermen a veritable vacation paradise. Fishing off of the
beach and jetties yields catches of Whiting, Pompano and Mackerel, while snorkeling offers spectacular views of tropical fish, aquatic life and shimmering shells. Destin dishes out enjoyment and indulgence for all ages.

5. Sanibel Island, Fla. … Known as one of the world’s best shelling spots, Sanibel is beginning to get a bit picked-over, so there are numerous shelling charters available to take you to less-traveled areas. Sanibel also offers a variety of canoe, bicycle and boat rentals for the explorer in you. Much of Sanibel Island - some 40 percent - is a dedicated nature
preserve. Visit the J.N Ding Darling National Wildlife Refuge, or the Care and Rehabilitation of Wildlife Society for guided tours and other services.

6. Waikiki, Hawaii … Never has a beach been as fabled as Waikiki. Since the 1950s, it has been a tourist destination extraordinaire. While much of it has been eroded, trampled by millions of feet, or encroached upon by towering skyscrapers, hints of its original beauty can still be seen in the crashing waves and the warm sand. Come nightfall, the hipsters
strut their clubwear, and lovers find peaceful little nooks under the cover of sweeping palm trees.

7. Miami … South Beach is a fantasy land with unique architecture, a 24/7 chic night life and stunning shoreline. It occupies less than two miles on the tip of Miami Beach, but nothing compares! Known as the American Riviera, South Beach is where films, music videos and TV shows are often shot. Like a dry martini, South Beach draws celebrities, trendy youth
and the young- at-heart. It’s great for couples on spring break, offering refined relaxation and hip parties.

8. Daytona, Fla. … The consummate Florida beach town, with its T-shirt shops, amusement arcades and wall-to-wall motels. Daytona Beach owes its existence to 20 miles of sand where the only pressure is to break out the swimsuit and enjoy yourself. This location features a seemingly limitless beach - 500 feet wide at low tide and fading dreamily into the sunset. Lined with an all-but-endless procession of enormous but surprisingly low-priced motels, oceanfront Atlantic Avenue is just a gull glide away from the water.

9. Icacos Beach, Acapulco … Icacos beach is a beautiful - yet sometimes crowded - resort located in the Golden Zone. You can ride in a hot air balloon, soar on the Skycoaster, para-sail, or ride wave runners. Boats and yachts cruise this part of the Acapulco bay during the high seasons. There are also many ambitious vendors here, so be sure to ask the
price to avoid unpleasant surprises.

10. Cancun … Beaches edge the shimmering waters of Mujeres Bay while others face the open Caribbean Sea. Brilliant white beaches and the tranquil turquoise sea offer a kaleidoscope of varying hues from deep blue to emerald green. It’s a true tropical paradise south of the border.

All of these beach destinations sound like a great place to let off some steam before returning
for the rest of the academic school year.