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BEACH VACATION - GENERAL TIPS
Swimming is great fun but there are dangers. Please investigate the beach you have chosen and find out about any potentially dangerous currents or other hazards. Avoid beaches that do not have lifeguards especially if you have children.
Some beaches have sections that are naturally protected from the waves and make a safer swimming area for small children. Best is when the tides is low. Many times there will be small pools of water left in low sections of the beach. These make great play areas for the small kids. Seek these areas out.
Please make every effort to leave the beach without a trace of your presence. This means carry out every piece of your trash. Don’t pick flowers or grasses from the sand dunes. If you find a shell with a living sea creature inside leave it alone.
If you are bringing your pet, find out before you go if she is allowed on the beach. If not you will need to make proper arrangements for her care. Some beaches allow pets on the sand but not in the water. Many require dogs to be leashed. Be prepared.
Don’t forget to bring – plenty of +30 or higher sunscreen, plenty of water to drink, sunglasses, camera, lots of big beach towels, a big beach umbrella, balls and water toys, bucket and shovel, and books and magazines.
There are many choices for accommodations on your family beach vacation. You can start by looking at our list of beach holiday rentals. Your budget and family size will determine which is most appropriate for you. Wherever you stay you better make reservations well in advance. If you are planning a summertime family beach vacation at a popular beach, you may need to reserve a whole year in advance to get the accommodations you want.
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