Tips For A Fun-Filled Day Out On The Boca Raton Beaches

By Jony Mozen


The thing that draws tourists to this particular patch of the Sunshine State's east coast is the two-mile stretch of pristine beach sand. Boca Raton is Florida's Malibu for lavish spenders, combining upscale shopping with stylish homes offering expansive oceanfront views. The dunes stretch endlessly in both directions, with nothing ahead except the horizon, the sea birds and the shimmering waters of the Atlantic.

It's called Boca, and it's just a 40-mile hop from Miami. Those arriving by plane are just 20 minutes away at the airports on either side in Palm Beach and Fort Lauderdale. It's the nearest getaway from these big cities where people can kick back and enjoy the serene beauty with no crowds or buildings, and snooze on the beaches while soaking in the sun.

It's perfect for a family vacation or even just a fun-filled day out on the beaches. The city has a sterling reputation as a clean and safe place to live and visit. The beaches are manned by lifeguards from 9 a. M. To 5 p. M. All seven days a week, throughout the year. The brilliant sunshine and clear skies make the beach irresistible to both locals and tourists.

There are three city parks on the oceanfront, right alongside the beaches. A day trip to the beach can therefore be combined with family outings and picnics for those who want to make use of the grills, picnic tables, playgrounds and restrooms. Red Reef is especially suited for those with little kids, since the waters are protected by a man-made reef a few feet offshore where children can be safely taught to swim and snorkel.

Apart from the one-mile beach and lovely waters, another attraction at the 39-acre Red Reef Park is the Gumbo Limbo Nature Center. It's a fascinating place for children and families, offering a butterfly garden and a chance to see all kinds of native species including brown pelicans and manatees. Their aquarium with sharks and sea turtles packs in huge crowds for the live feedings.

Surfers will find a designated surfing area at the southern ends of Red Reef and South Beach Park. For all-out recreation and sports, check out South Inlet Park Beach managed by the county. Visitors can fish from the pier and enjoy a variety of waterfront activities including jet skiing, kayaking, windsurfing, canoeing, sailboarding, beach volleyball and more.

If that's not enough, hop over to the Delray Municipal Beach. It's ideal for a fun-filled day of beachfront recreation and games. Visitors here can surf, swim, snorkel, sail and go windsurfing. There are separate areas for everything from kite flying to paddleball and Frisbees.

People who think of golf as their religion will bump into heaven at the oceanfront golf course. Art lovers will similarly be enthralled by the offerings of the Museum of Art, and nature enthusiasts will start thinking of the Daggerwing Nature Center as their new home. Families may also want to pencil in some time for Sugar Sand Park with its children's museum, science emporium and carousel.




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