The thousands of miles of coastline along the Gulf Coast feature some of the world's most incredible beaches. Luckily, there are plenty of Gulf Coast beach rentals that allow visitors to take full advantage of the sun and sand.
The beaches on the Gulf Coast are consistently rated among the best beaches in America. Specifically, Siesta Key near Sarasota, Florida was named the number one beach in America in 2015. Its stunning white sands and crystal clear blue waters provides vacationers with unbelievably breathtaking scenery. Furthermore, the calm, shallow waters are perfect to swim and wade in. Siesta Key is also home to a unique event, The Siesta Key Crystal Classic, where the beach is filled with amazing sand castles, sand art, and sand sculptures.
Another Gulf Coast beach often ranking in the top 25 beaches in the United States is Panama City Beach in Florida. Panama City Beach is similarly renowned for its awe-inspiring landscape, white sands, and emerald green waters. The beach includes four piers from which visitors can enjoy the magical scenery. Avid fishers can fish from the pier for unique catches such as red snapper and king mackerel. Panama City Beach also provides opportunities to enjoy many different watersports and water activities. There are plenty of beautiful boating excursions and cruises, diving and snorkeling locations, and more adrenaline-heavy sports such as jet skiing and parasailing.
Galveston Island is another fantastic Gulf Coast beach in Texas. It is home to many music festivals and events that you can enjoy right on the beach. Furthermore, Galveston Island State Park offers many scenic trails, where visitors can feel as one with nature while hiking and birdwatching. Alternatively, Galveston Island beach has a historic pier, Pleasure Pier, which features attractions such as rollercoasters and Ferris wheels, as well as fine dining and shopping options.
