couldn't pass up the following article.
Although I live in the Dallas - Fort Worth, Texas area, I grew up walking barefoot on the edge of Pensacola Bay. I can remember when there was no bridge between Santa Rosa Island and Navarre Beach. In those days, the only way onto "the island" was the toll bridge over "the sound" at Pensacola Beach.
It's a great area, and hopefully, I'll be back there in a few months for a visit. At worst, my 50th high school reunion, Pensacola Catholic High '63, will be next year and I will definitely be there then.
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Florida Beach Vacations - Explore Navarre Beach
By Alfred Ardis
When you think of a Florida family vacation your mind goes right to Orlando and the theme parks right? But there's so much more to Florida. A Florida beach vacation can be a relaxing, unhurried, no waiting in line, toes in the sand beach vacation.
Florida has some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. In fact, Santa Rosa Beach on Florida's Emerald Coast comes in at #12 in a listing of the most beautiful beaches in the world. The list is topped only by such exotic locations as Hawaii, Fiji and Thailand. In fact, the travel guide, Frommer's, describes Northwest Florida's shoreline as, "one of America's best beaches".
Navarre Beach on Santa Rosa Island is adjacent to Gulf Islands National Seashore, a nine mile stretch of undeveloped, protected, pristine beach where you can explore the sugar sands and crystal clear blue waters of the Gulf of Mexico.
Many families come back to Navarre Beach for their beach vacation annually. There's something for every member of the family here. Not a beach person? Explore the area of historic Milton, a real piece of old Florida, with its art galleries, antique shops and restaurants. For the adventurer there's Blackwater State Park, that's known as Canoe Capital of Florida. Canoeing, kayaking, fishing, hiking, biking, zip line adventures and more await the outdoor enthusiast.
Accommodations run the gamut for a Florida beach vacation. There are campgrounds, condos, cottages and large family homes available for a few days, a week, a month or even the entire season. No matter what type of trip you're planning, a girl's getaway, a family reunion, family vacation or a romantic weekend, you'll find a great selection of available lodging.
Navarre Beach is kid friendly. There are many restaurants that cater to families and activities beyond the beach for children. There's a zoo, marine science center and the new Panhandle Butterfly House. Kids love the great outdoors whether it's the beach, the rivers or forests of Northwest Florida there are and abundance of natural wonders and adventures for them to discover.
Championship golf, tennis and watersports are also part of a Florida beach vacation. The Club at Hidden Creek in Navarre offers golf to the public and has memberships available. The course was designed by well-known golf course architect, Ron Garl and offers a lush, meticulous groomed course that's has something for players of every skill level.
Many families that come for beach find themselves coming back year after year to visit Navarre Beach for everything else it has to offer. The natural beauty of the Navarre Beach area is complemented by the historic charm and romantic world of old Florida in Milton and accented with the outdoor adventures available on Blackwater River and in Blackwater State Park.
Truly this part of Northwest Florida offers everything you can ask for in a family beach vacation. It's a world away from the stressors of your daily life but just a short drive from most of the Southeastern U.S. In this beautiful and serene setting, you can reconnect with your family, friends and kids for a memorable vacation. Florida beach vacations are a fun and affordable option for all families. To learn about one of the most beautiful beaches the state has to offer, go to: http://www.floridabeachestorivers.com.
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