Secluded beaches in the United States may be nonexistent to some but if you look in the right places you will find unspoiled expanses of surf and sand just for your beach vacation.

Everyone knows Sanibel Island in Florida is a beach lover’s paradise. But if you head just a few hundred feet you will run into Bowman’s Beach, the most peaceful place on Sanibel Island for a restful vacation. There’s not much in the way of amenities since any development is virtually nonexistent. One thing Bowman’s Beach does have plenty of and that’s BBQ grills. So you can most certainly fit this beach vacation in your budget and not have the hassle of a crowded beach.

If you need room service on your beach vacation, stay at the Casa Ybel Resort on Sanibel where the sand is linen white, then partake of the oysters at The Lazy Flamingo where you can take your glass of wine down to the beach and watch the sunset. Enjoy your vacation in a picture postcard setting.

Little known Enderts Beach in California is often overshadowed, literally, by the 2,000 year old, 35 stories tall redwoods of Redwood National Park. If you walk just a half mile from the parking lot which happens to be just 500 feet above the sea, you will find yourself alone on a driftwood strewn beach with amazing views of the Pacific and fairly strong breezes. During the months of March and April, migrating whales can sometimes be spotted. There is a ranger-guided walk of the tide pool which lasts about 2.5 hours and meets in the parking lot. If you are so inclined, you can pitch a tent in the Nickel Creek campground and gaze up at the giant redwoods which, seemingly, reach all the way to the stars.

Even if you have planned something more typical for your beach vacation, it’s a bonus to find a hidden beach that you can claim for your own.

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The best beach vacation getaways are really in the spring because you can avoid the winter crowds, much better prices and terrific weather before that glorious sun heats up the islands for summer.

We’ve come up with some of the best beach vacations for a weekend getaway with a short, direct flight whether you are coming from the east coast or the west coast. Either way, you could start your vacation and be walking on the beach by lunchtime.

Aruba is a number 1 spot for beach vacations with its broad, white sand beaches making this tiny island’s beaches some of the best beaches in the world. Aruba is a special place since it is hurricane-free and has a constant breeze swaying the Divi-divi trees beneath its always-sunny skies.

If you want to indulge your vacation budget, the Occidental Grand Aruba resort is for you. It is an all-inclusive resort with more beach activities than any other resort on the island currently including kayaking, snorkeling or sailing. After a full day in the sun, a Las Vegas style show or the casino may be to your liking. And don’t forget all the food choices! This resort is awash in every ethnic food your palate may desire and a vacation is no time to begin a diet!

At the opposite end of the spectrum, you may enjoy the Bucuti Beach Resort Aruba if you’re looking for a quiet stay at the beach with no kids. Another good choice would be the Tara Beach Suites & Spa which has oceanfront suites that put you directly on the beach. These beach resorts will keep your vacation on budget.

You can start your beach vacation with a direct flight from Chicago in as little as 5 hours. It’s only 2.5 hours from Miami so there’s no time like the present! Book your beach vacation today!

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Secluded vacation beaches in Spain start at its southernmost point where over 50 miles of fine white sand beaches beckon the hardiest of beach vacationers. From the coastal cities of Hueiva, Cadiz and Tarifa you will find quaint little fishing villages lined with pine trees facing the wide Atlantic waters to begin your beach vacation.

This coast of Spain, Costa de la Luz or “Coast of Light” is served by ample sunshine year round which explains the name. Even with all this, the crowds stay away since this area of Spain has not really been developed and it’s a three hour drive to the nearest large city of Seville. You will want to come prepared with food, water, shelter and your own entertainment. So, if you’re looking for a “rough” beach vacation this area should serve nicely.

And the winds may have something to do with it as well. The forceful Levante (East) winds and Poniente (West) coastal winds keep most people from vacationing at this beach except for the windsurfers who, basically, worship this spot as a sporting mecca. But during the months of July and August, everything calms down and returns to normal. The ocean waves die to ripples then flatten entirely which occurs because the winds die down, too. And as the sun starts to heat the sand, the masses return to this, otherwise, secluded beach and the smell of suntan lotion and body heat fills the air and everyone forgot that this was a secluded beach on which to vacation.

Sometimes, it’s nice to take a few days out of your luxury beach vacation to experience the real spirit of an area. Areas like the southernmost part of Spain are not usually visited by travelers and, oftentimes, great adventures are missed because of it. Take the time to fully engulf your beach vacation.

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San Jose del Cabo beach vacation is a picture perfect village in Mexico that is a terrific setting for your next beach vacation if quiet and solitude are your keywords. San Jose del Cabo is just as easy to get to as nearby Cabo with its hectic atmosphere and harried scene.

Sometimes a great beach vacation does not have to include water activities or water sports but just a great book and alone time with your loved one. San Jose del Cabo is a cultural vacation mecca replete with excellent shops and cosmopolitan galleries mixed along the tree-lined streets with its historical adobe homes.

Even with this quietness, the elegant Casa Natalia caters to your luxurious side with its two staffers to every room ratio and offers the finest restaurant in the area. While Casa Natalia does not sit directly on the beach, it provides free shuttles to the private beach club which is nearby. Another amazing vacation amenity is the full breakfast which is served on the lush, tropical terrace.

A superb beach vacation value includes a stay at a serene little hideaway, El Encanto Inn. This 28 room gem is located on a street lined with galleries. Guests have their choice of the Garden section rooms or the Pool section rooms. Several nearby restaurants provide room service and at only $95 per night, this is a true bargain for a great beach vacation.

This would be a grand beach vacation weekend getaway since it is only a 2 hour direct flight from Phoenix or 4.5 hours from Chicago. You don’t have to wait until you are actually on the beach to start your vacation. The unwinding begins on the airplane as lift-off occurs and, suddenly, you’re in the clouds, mind, body and spirit.
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A perfect vacation day at the beach could actually involve several beaches. Maybe it’s a day cruise around the British Virgin Islands where you can stop several times to snorkel or hike in the many caves or navigate the rock formations.

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Heavenly beaches start at the best beach vacations.com.  We believe that every beach vacation is heavenly since you cannot determine where the ocean waters end and the heavens begin.  

            It really does not matter what people look like on the beach.  Everyone is there to enjoy their little slice of heaven (beach).  But if people-watching is your thing, then the best beach vacations should include the Orient Beach on St. Martin where the beach bars are the liveliest.  If funky and hip turns you on, head on out to Playa Del Carmen in Mexico and Cabarete in the Dominican Republic for your vacation.  Isla Verde, in San Juan, Puerto Rico is great for families while Baie St. Jean, in St. Barts caters to the fashionable.             Some people lean to the solitude for their best beach vacation and love to ramble along the beach uninhibited.  The best bet for this type of beach vacation would be Anegada in the British Virgin Islands where you can amble along for nearly 16 miles without seeing many people.  If you’ve had enough sun for one day but still want to walk on the beach try Poponi, Eleuthere in the Bahamas where the palms shade your entire route along the Atlantic coast.  Or Barbuda where it doesn’t matter where you go, there you are on the beach!             Here at the Best Beach Vacations.com we’re often asked, where to the locals go when they go on a beach vacation?  It’s Brandon Beach in Barbados where volleyball is a hit on lazy Sunday afternoons or Rum Point on Grand Cayman where families congregate on the north side.  If it’s a party you’re looking for, then Crash Boat Beach in Puerto Rico Na Frye’s Bay in Antiqua is a fiesta every Saturday of your vacation.             If you can’t wait until your next best beach vacation may we suggest a screen saver of Bottom Bay, Barbados or Sandy Spit in the British Virgin Islands where you can, at least, daydream of heaven on Earth.             From all of us at the Best Beach Vacations.com, see you on the beach!  beach vacation

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Another best beach vacation destination belongs to the U.S. – Key West, Florida or better known as the Conch Republic. Here, “easy going” is the attitude and the lifestyle. No passports needed, English spoken here and the dollar is accepted everywhere! If you’re looking for a quick weekend getaway vacation, beach included, this is it!

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More best beach vacations include the Caribbean island of Barbados. This is another tiny island which boasts some of the world’s best beaches located on the west side of the island. The seas are a little calmer on that side of the island as well as the southern end of the island. Ready to book yours now? click here

If you’re looking for hopping nightlife and action packed days for your vacation, then the south coast of Barbados is where you need to be. Here, you can find top-notch restaurants for every discerning palate whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner. And a beach vacation is all about choices.

If you’ve been really good with your budget and you want to splurge a little, you have to check out the Almond Casuarina Beach Resort. Amazingly, this resort is kid-friendly and is even all-inclusive but offers a lot of luxury for your beach vacation. This resort is located on 10 tropical acres and just a short drive from the Grantley Adams airport.

If tradition is your bag, then a vacation to Barbados could not be complete without a stay at the 120 year old Crane Resort & Residences. This is Barbados’s first resort and has always been a favorite with beach vacationers. The resort has kept up with the times and has modernized its amenities but has retained its old world charm with marble bathrooms and timber ceilings. This old mansion is perched on a cliff with magnificent views for miles. Don’t miss a sunset from this historic relic.

Starting your beach vacation can be easily accomplished on a weekend. Getting to Barbados from Toronto, Canada only takes 5.5 hours and is a direct flight. It is almost the same from New York but is much closer from Miami at only 3.5 hours.

Wherever your vacation begins, Book your beach vacation Today!

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