Siesta Key, Florida - Photo by Christina Claro
This past weekend my wonderful nephew married the love of his life on Nag’s Head beach in North Carolina. The ceremony was simple and beautiful. The goal of the bride and groom was to share their special moment with close family and friends, and to ensure that everyone had a weekend to remember. To accomplish this they rented a house right on the beach where everyone could stay together for a long weekend of celebration. It was great fun, and such a delight to spend time with family and friends. The joy topping it all, of course, was the happiness of the bride and groom.
When not at the house partying with the fam, my husband and I spent time on the beach. I’m convinced the beach—any beach—is endowed with healing properties, magic to soothe the soul. For this reason, a beach getaway is my favorite kind.
In my quest for beach destinations, I thought I’d take a poll. What is your all-time favorite beach?
This was a tough question for me because I’ve never met a beach I didn’t like. When I first considered this question I chose St. George Island in Florida but then amended that to Caribbean beaches in general, which I then replaced with Florida’s Siesta Key, and then decided it was tied with Nag’s Head . But wait! I have to consider Salisbury and Hampton beaches in New England. And then there was that California trip to Malibu . . .
And what about all the beaches I’ve yet to visit? The Hawaiian islands and the Oregon coast, and Costa Rica. Oh, yeah! And the European beaches—Ile de Re, France, or the Calabria coast in Italy. But then my memories fly and I’m back on Lieutenant’s Island, Cape Cod, which is surely my favorite. Isn’t it? How to choose when each carries a unique personality and atmosphere?
So many beaches, so little time!
What is your favorite beach and why? What is it about that particular beach that makes you ache to return to it? And if you don’t like beaches, why not, and what is your preferred vacation spot?
See you next time-
Lisa
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Hi Darcy
I always appreciate your comments. Emasculating a man means not letting him have his DNA role of being a man. It happens when we take control and literally want to wear the pants versus letting him.
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I’ve never met a beach I didn’t like from the East coast to the West coast to the Carribbean. I think my favorite beach of all time is 7 mile beach in Grand Cayman. It is so beautiful and I had such a good time there.
Living in Florida, I have been to most of our beaches here at one time or another. Loved Naples beach on the gulf but I have probably gotten the most enjoyment from our beach here where I live, Melbourrne Beach.
The sound of the waves, a gentle breeze and the warmth of the sun never fails to soothe me.
Peacelilly – Thanks for commenting. Yes, I love the Caribbean, too! Water so clear, and the snorkeling is amazing. My son lives on Siesta Key in Sarasota, FL, and he loves it. I doubt he’ll ever live anywhere else.
Looking for a beach in Cuba (I think) need a Dec or Feb vacation. Thought Cuba .. any better ideas ???
Cayo Coco, Cuba has beautiful beaches. Good time to go is Feb. Been there. Dominion Republic too has nice beaches.
NanaP – Ah, you were able to answer Darcy’s question. And now I have a new destination to add to my wish list. Thanks!
Darcy09 – Sorry, no. I don’t know anything about the Cuban beaches. If you track one down I’d appreciate you letting me know. Thanks for commenting!