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Bringing the kids on your next beach getaway?  Check out these great activities to keep your children entertained at the beach. 




13 Beach Activities for Kids

1. Build a sandcastle. Be sure to pack little figurines (princesses, dragons, etc.) and make the castle come to life!
2. Have a scavenger hunt. List items to find such as seashells, snails, rocks, etc.
3. Pack a ball and play beach soccer or kickball. Be mindful of others if the beach is crowded.
4. Bring a boogie board. Ride the waves!
5. Send your kids on a treasure hunt. Bring coins or objects and hide them in the sand and around your area for your children to find.
6. Hold an obstacle course/relay race. This is good exercise and can be as easy as jumping over buckets or towels, running to the water to fill up a bucket and bring it back, etc.
7. Draw hopscotch in the sand. Use a seashell as a marker.
8. Play tic-tac-toe. Draw the game board in the sand.
9. Have a family picnic. Packing lunch? Bring a blanket and eat picnic-style!
10. Collect items and have your child count them. Take away and add to work on math skills.
11. Go for a walk along the shore. See what living animals (snails, starfish, crabs, seagulls) you can spot.
12. Take a moment to relax. Find a shady area or get under a tent/umbrella and read your child one of their favorite books.
13. Collect shells. Find pretty seashells for art projects that will make for great weekend activities later in the summer.

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FEATURED BEACH RETREATS

PARADISE ON PEARL

Located conveniently to Times Square and the famous Fishing Pier, this beautifully furnished new home offers three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Master Bedroom Suite has Queen bed and bathroom with double sinks. Large walk in shower. Open great room style with all modern conveniences in the fully equipped kitchen with a breakfast bar and stools. Cable and internet included. Outside the beautifully landscaped property plus gorgeous heated pool. Outdoor seating in a covered over area plus barbecue grill. Double car garage and washer/dryer in home.   

COCONUT COTTAGE

 

Beautifully decorated and furnished 2 bedroom apartment. Fully furnished huge kitchen with gorgeous granite counter-top. Propane stove for cooking. Awesome fireplace with historical value in the living room. All linens and towels included. Bright and colorful to make you feel like you're in a tropical paradise. So close to the beach....just cross over Estero Blvd. & you're there. Beach chairs, umbrella, cooler provided to take with you! Use of the yard for BBQ and outdoor seating. Close to the Library and Bay Oaks Center & Community Pool. Walk to TOPPS Supermarket also. Washer/dryer on site. Internet & WiFi included. Off street parking.Pet friendly retreat.  Restrictions apply. Prices vary by season.
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Beach Retreats FMB Local Blogger

Ready for your next beach adventure but not sure what to pack?  Check out these great tips on what to pack for your next beach vacation.  Make sure to check out a few of our featured beach retreats below and book your stay today with BEACH RETREATS FMB.

If you plan your wardrobe out in advance, you are far less likely to overpack or forget a key wardrobe item behind. Preferably, try on the items you would like to pack two weeks in advance. If it’s for Spring Break, just consider this your seasonal “what fits” time that we all have to go through. Try on your white jeans, white tees,  dresses, skirts, bathing suit and coverups. Look them over carefully and make sure that white tee doesn’t need to be replaces (it likely does!). If you need to purchase anything, you’ve got two weeks. If you are down to only three days out … far better than three hours out! Remember these travel necessities, but also know a drugstore is never far away:

• Travel size toiletries
• Stain remover wipes
• Feminine hygiene needs
• Cosmetics/skincare
• Medicines if needed
• Download, borrow or buy a good beach book
• Consider leaving sunscreen and magazine purchases for the beach

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FEATURED BEACH RETREATS

PARADISE ON PEARL

 

Located conveniently to Times Square and the famous Fishing Pier, this beautifully furnished new home offers three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Master Bedroom Suite has Queen bed and bathroom with double sinks. Large walk in shower. Open great room style with all modern conveniences in the fully equipped kitchen with a breakfast bar and stools. Cable and internet included. Outside the beautifully landscaped property plus gorgeous heated pool. Outdoor seating in a covered over area plus barbecue grill. Double car garage and washer/dryer in home.

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Beautiful 3 bedroom, 2 bath home perfect for 8 guests with King bed, Queen bed, two twin beds and sofa bed. All freshly painted the bright cheery interior is perfect for a sunny Florida vacation. The updated kitchen has stainless appliances, granite counters and beautiful custom wood cabinets. The vaulted ceilings add to the open area of the kitchen, dining room and living room. The large front deck is the perfect spot for sitting and sipping morning coffee or evening cocktails! Great location within walking distance to hop on the trolley and head to Times Square or the beach. Lots of water activities and sports in the area and entertainment too!