Are you having ideas for cheap family beach vacations running across your head? The good news is that there are many beautiful beach destinations that you and your family can go to with just a small budget. The following are the best 5 family beaches for families that are looking for affordable beach vacations.
1. North Beach
North Beach is famous for the seashells that strewn all over the seashore. It has a large shallow lagoon that is no deeper than 3 feet for kids. Nearby, there is a playground with a kid’s friendly pirate ship model and snow cone slide down. If you want to watch dolphins, you can visit the Gulf Pier. While at the Gulf Pier, you can take a tour around the fort and check out the cannon built during the Spanish American War. You can rent a bicycle from the beach vendor and ride along the nature trails.
2. Kamaole Beach Park 3
Kamaole Beach Park 3 is a sandy beach located in Kihei, Maui. It is a great beach for snorkeling, swimming, and basking under the sun. It has some nice waves so you can perform boogie boarding. Lifeguards are on duty regularly. You may encounter a lot of rocks while wading in the water. There are plenty of restrooms, a shower area, and a big parking lot. If you go swimming within 100ft from the seashore, you will be able to see a lot of sea turtles. There are a lot of vendors selling food on their trucks within walking distance from the beach.
3. Palolem Beach
Palolem Beach is a crescent shape beach that spans more than 1.6 km in Chaudi, South Goa, India. There are many shacks on the shore that are occupied by the local fishermen. Lots of rocks can be seen at both ends of the beach. The northern end has the shallowest water at least strong currents so it is the safest to swim here. During winter, the beach will be filled with foreigners. While strolling along the seashore, you will keep encountering starfish, and shells. Dogs are allowed on the beach and you can rent kayak/boat to explore the ocean. There are also cows that roam around the beach from time to time.
4. Kuta Beach
Kuta Beach is located in the western part of Bali in Indonesia. It is within walking distance to other hotels within proximity including Tuban, and Legian. The beach used to be a fishing village before it was developed as a tourist destination. The beach is frequently crowded with people during the peak season between July – August. It is also a great beach for older children to take surfing lessons. You can rent chairs and umbrellas from the locals. The best time to visit the beach is after 5:30 pm when the sun has gone down otherwise you will be sweating a lot under the sun.
5. Kitsilano Beach
Kitsilano Beach, also called Kits by the local people, is a sandy beach situated in Cornwall Ave in Yew St., Vancouver, Canada. The beach is equipped with a full range of amenities including a swimming pool, washroom, and basketball court. Lifeguards are on duty starting from Victoria Day and the last day they are on duty is on Labor Day in September. The parking lot is paid for. There are lots of logs scattered throughout the seashore. You and your friends can recline against the log or sit on it while watching the beach scene.
