Sunday, September 21, 2014

Boca Raton Beach Holiday Guide

By Jony Mozen


The thing that draws tourists to this particular patch of the Sunshine State's east coast is the two-mile stretch of pristine beach sand. Boca Raton is Florida's Malibu for lavish spenders, combining upscale shopping with stylish homes offering expansive oceanfront views. The dunes stretch endlessly in both directions, with nothing ahead except the horizon, the sea birds and the shimmering waters of the Atlantic.

Boca, as it is known to the locals, is just 40 miles north of Miami. Fort Lauderdale Airport is just 20 minutes away and Palm Beach Airport is the same distance the other way. Most visitors who come here want to get away from the bedlam and enjoy some relaxing downtime on the isolated and serene beaches.

There's no better place on the east coast for a nice and safe family vacation or even just a day out on the beach with the kids. The city has a family-friendly reputation as one of the safest and cleanest communities to live in and work in the U. S. There are lifeguards keeping an eye on things at the beaches from morning to evening all year round, which is a good thing because the blue skies and year-round sunshine make it hard for people to stay away from the beaches.

There are three parks run by the city right by the beach. It makes a day trip here much more enjoyable since visitors can combine beach fun with picnics and other family activities and games. Everything from picnic tables to grills, restrooms and playgrounds are available right alongside the beaches. The most inviting one is Red Reef, where the artificial reef a few feet from shore makes it safe for little kids to swim and learn to snorkel.

Apart from the one-mile beach and lovely waters, another attraction at the 39-acre Red Reef Park is the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center. It's a fascinating place for children and families, offering a butterfly garden and a chance to see all kinds of native species including brown pelicans and manatees. Their aquarium with sharks and sea turtles packs in huge crowds for the live feedings.

The south ends of Red Reef and South Beach parks are designated surfing areas. For other waterfront recreation, sports and fishing, the best place here is the South Inlet Park Beach. This is a county-managed park where people can fish and enjoy the view from the pier. It's also ideal for beach and water sports including windsurfing, jet skiing, sailboarding, volleyball, canoeing and kayaking.

Those seeking more such fun can drive over to Delray Municipal Beach. It's all about sports and recreation, with excellent facilities and conditions for swimming, snorkeling, sailing, surfing and windsurfing. It even has areas marked out for different activities like throwing Frisbees, flying kites and playing paddleball.

Those who think of golf as a religion will find heaven on earth on the oceanfront golf course. Anyone who needs a change from the sun, sand and water will find plenty more in terms of attractions such as the Museum of Art and the Daggerwing Nature Center. Families with kids may also want to check out the children's museum, carousel and science emporium in Sugar Sand Park.




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