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Best 5 Beach Vacation Spots in the Southeastern U.S.

Going on a family beach vacation is almost a necessity. What is not to love? You get to unwind to the relaxing sound of the ocean, and you can have fun on the boardwalk looking for local dining. Below is a list of some of the best beaches in the Southeast to keep an eye out for a while planning your next vacation.

Going on a family beach vacation is almost a necessity.

1 Outer Banks

Netflix’s original series, “Outer Banks,” hit the top of the charts early because of its charismatic characters, unique plot, and, most importantly, its setting. The outer banks are a staple of North Carolina. Not to mention these beaches are among some of the most family-friendly beaches in the United States.

These beaches have every activity your family could want out of a beach trip; bike rentals, local dining, mini-golf, ice cream, the boardwalk, and of course, the beach.  Taking your family out to visit the Outer Banks is without question a top five beach vacation.

These beaches have every activity your family could want out of a beach trip.

2 Orlando

The most southern location on this list, Orlando, Florida, has possibly the most incredible theme park globally, located next to many beaches. Mickey Mouse, sun all the year-round, and clearwater beaches; Can you think of a better place to take the kids for a family vacation?

If you have never been to Disney World, that in itself is a must-see; Disney World is an entire experience, not just cool rides. Plus, the beaches in Orlando are breath-taking and family-friendly.

The beaches in Orlando are breath-taking and family-friendly.

3 Hilton Head

North Carolina has the Outer Banks, but its brother to the south has a place that might be just as fun for the family, the Hilton Head. The Hilton Head in North Carolina is famous for its classy resorts and modern facilities.

Most people who vacation at the Hilton’s head plan a week of relation, golf, tennis, and beachside tanning. Miles of Atlantic oceanfront properties and some of the most famous golf courses in the country leave a weekend unwinding to look forward to.

The Hilton Head in North Carolina is famous for its classy resorts and modern facilities.

4 Chincoteague Island

Being close neighbors to our nation’s capital is a huge benefit of Chincoteague island. If your family takes a vacation to this popular beach, there is a lot of rich history that can be explored just a few minutes away.

What Chincoteague island is most famously known for is its wild horses that roam all over the island. So many families love to see horses roam free on an island, and you can even get close enough to feed these majestic creatures.

Many families love to see horses roam free on an island.

5 Daytona Beach

It’s Spring Break, Baby! Daytona Beach in Florida is one of the most popular beaches in the entire country for several reasons: the boardwalk, the food, the classic beach vibe. However, the biggest reason that Daytona beach is so famous is because of spring break. Daytona has a popular night scene, and college kids love to go down to Florida to enjoy their spring break.

Daytona Beach in Florida is one of the most popular beaches in the entire country.

A famous college town that has many beaches and a huge university in Chapel Hill. If going to the beach every day might be a little too much for you, but having the beach in your back pocket is something you are looking for in a new home, there are several Chapel Hill apartments for sale right now. Plus, the University will probably spring break down in Daytona.