Atlanta is a great town, except for one thing; it’s not on the water. To find a great beach, you need to travel. So where is the closest beach to Atlanta? There are a few that are simple day trips from Atlanta, but most are oceanside fun weekend getaways. We’ll tell you what seaside beach is closest to Atlanta, but also 10+ more drivable favorites.
Tybee Island may be just 18 miles from Historic Savannah, but it can feel like it’s a world away. If your family is looking for the perfect beach vacation, then it’s time to get this Georgia barrier island on your list!
There are so many amazing things to do in Florida that planning a trip to the Sunshine State can be overwhelming. Our cure? An old-fashioned road trip to hit the highlights on the Gulf Coast! Here are 23+ of the most memorable stops for a perfect Floridian road trip.
Known for blue-green waters that rush upon soft, white-sand beaches, Orange Beach, AL presents a myriad of accommodations, an amazing culinary scene, and lots of adventure and water recreation.
Wow! There a so many fun things to do in Sarasota Florida (and I’m not talking the beach) for a quick weekend getaway. Whether it’s taking in a show (Sarasota is the Culture Capital of Florida), paddling through the mangroves, or taking in an Atlanta Braves spring training game, there is a ton to keep you busy all weekend (or week) long. #visitsarasota
Jekyll Island, GA is the southernmost barrier island in Georgia’s Golden Isles. Unlike nearby St. Simons Island or Sea Island, state law protects 65 percent of Jekyll Island’s beaches and maritime forest from development and is considered a Georgia State … Read More
St Simons Island was recently voted the number one favorite beach town by Travel and Leisure.
Head to South Carolina to enjoy the relaxing city of Georgetown. The neighboring areas of Pawley’s Island, Murrell’s Inlet, Litchfield Beach are also part of The Hammock Coast – sometimes overlooked because of their northern neighbor, Myrtle Beach. Don’t make that mistake. For a calm, less crowded family vacation, check out our list of things to do in Georgetown, SC.
If Marco Island, Florida is not currently on your bucket list, that’s about to change! Marco Island is the only developed island of Florida’s Ten Thousand Islands. It is located just south of Naples on Florida’s gulf side, and is part of the string of cities known as Florida’s Paradise Coast. Keep reading for all the best things to do in Marco Island and the Ten Thousand Islands.
Are you ready to take a weekend trip to the Sunshine State? Whether you’re looking for ocean views, theme parks, fabulous beaches, water sports, national parks, romantic getaways, or family-friendly adventures – you’ll want to add these weekend getaways in Florida to your road trips list!
The Sunshine State has seemingly limitless opportunities for a great family vacation or romantic getaway – and Amelia Island should be at the top of that list! If you haven’t yet visited Amelia Island and Fernandina Beach — you are missing out!
We all love vacationing in Florida, but with 1,350 miles of coastline, it can be difficult to find the right beach. If you’re hunting for the best Florida beaches for families, look no further… we’ve compiled a list of family-friendly beach escapes on the gulf coast and along the Atlantic.
The islands of St. Simons, Jekyll and Sea, and mainland city of Brunswick offer a myriad of fun and adventurous opportunities for kids of all ages. Below, we’ve highlighted 15 exciting things to do with the kids in the Golden Isles.
Turquoise Place Orange Beach is a gleaming 20-story luxury resort right on the fluffy white sand beaches of the gulf coast. Normally, I prefer a beach house to a high-rise because I don’t like waiting for the elevator. However, after … Read More
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Sophisticated, yet casual. That was my first thought when we opened the doors to the Jekyll Ocean Club Hotel, the newest hotel on Georgia’s Jekyll Island. Since our room wasn’t ready, we lounged on the comfy couches in the living … Read More