The quaint town of Seaside, Florida, exists on County Road 30A, a popular tourist hotspot. With everything from Bud & Alley’s Restaurant and Dawson’s Yogurt to Sundog Books and Ophelia Swimwear, this hidden treasure has something for everyone, and I am thrilled to share some insight on one of my favorite summer vacation spots.
1. The Seaside motto forever holds true—bare feet and sandy floors really do rule.
2. Who needs cars anyways? If you are not on a bicycle, you are in the minority here, and that makes Seaside more unique and interesting.
3. Pedestrians ALWAYS have the right of way. Always.
4. Your taste buds will thank you after you practically inhale an ungodly amount of delicious carbs and seafood. Whether you eat at the food trucks in town center or at a local restaurant, you cannot go wrong.
5. It's nestled between clusters of other fun beach towns, such as Seagrove and Watercolor, where there are tons of shops and, of course, more great food.
6. Shopping here is fantastic. There are both local boutiques and well-known retail stores, and there is also a book store and a record store.
7. The town is 100% family friendly with kids stores, kid-friendly food, and family activities, such as kayaking, and surf school.
8. You will witness the beautiful white beaches of the Gulf of Mexico.
9. Those beautiful white beaches become even better with beachside service (and cute cabana boys).
10. Everyone is so happy. I mean downright Disney-happy. Just about everyone is having the time of their life, and if not, they are obviously doing something wrong.
11. There is an amphitheater in Town Center that hosts musical performances and family movies every week. It is a very popular spot after a long day on the beach.
12. The entire town is absolutely spotless. I honestly don’t believe I have seen trash on the ground, and if there is, it is picked up immediately.
13. There is a lower crime risk than other popular beaches, such as Gulf Shores, Alabama.
14. Local artists display their artwork for sale in most of the shops. There is a tremendous amount of talent in such a small town.
15. And last, but certainly not least, you will never want to leave! As I sat on the beach with my family this week, I witnessed a toddler tell her father that she never wanted to go home. Finally, someone who truly understands me.
