The East Coast of the US is rich in culture, history, and tradition, making it a premier vacation destination for just about any traveler.
Summer vacationers flock to Newport, Cape Cod, The Hamptons, Jersey Shore to enjoy the beautiful Atlantic Ocean. Picture-perfect islands like Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket are popular with families and couples alike.
There’s the fishing ambiance of New England, the dazzling allure of New York City, and the charm of the Jersey Shore.
Newport
Easton’s Beach (aka First Beach), with miles of soft, tempting sand, you can choose your ultimate spot for the summer sun for one of the best beach vacations in the US.
This white sand beach is easily accessible and reaches out far across the coastline to welcome patrons from all over.
Throughout the summer, this beach even has daytime lifeguards stationed throughout the destination, making sure all your fun is safe.
Cape Cod
Cape Cod is a top summer retreat for New England mainlanders.
Quaint bed-and-breakfast accommodations sit beside rugged sand dunes, scenic bike trails snake along forests and the seemingly endless seashore is punctuated by bright kayaks and fishing boats.
Life moves at a slower pace here – but that’s part of the charm. And while the Cape is a sought-after spot for celebrities and athletes, it’s actually an unassuming place, with a laid-back personality.
Though you’ll only need a few days to sample the Cape’s pristine beaches, striking views and superlative seafood, to truly soak in the Cape’s quiet calm, try to carve out a few weeks to experience the low-key vibes that captivate visitors each summer.
The Hamptons
This beach spot is filled with quality shorelines that will no doubt impress travelers who don’t reside in the tri-state area. First-timers should visit popular stretches of sand like Cupsogue Beach County Park in Westhampton Beach, Coopers Beach in Southampton and Main Beach in East Hampton.
The Hamptons are well-known for being some of the most beautiful beaches in the USA. While it is generally lauded as an expensive place to live, visitors from various financial backgrounds come to enjoy the calming beaches.
East Hampton Main Beach itself is an absolute must-visit while in the area, as it is a clean, quiet place to spread out and catch some rays.
If you’re looking for some sweet serenity in your beach vacay, look no further than East Hampton Main Beach in New York!
Jersey Shore
Known as America’s original seaside resort, Cape May has been a premier summertime getaway for generations.
In addition to its pristine beaches, Cape May’s roughly 600 preserved Victorian buildings and collection of quaint bed-and-breakfasts transport visitors to a bygone era.
Whether you choose to spend your days bird-watching (Cape May offers some of the best birding spots in the world), visiting wineries or touring historical sites, you’re bound to quickly recognize the charm of this coastal escape.
Nantucket
Nantucket is better known as a refined vacation destination. And it’s becoming more posh by the year.
A summer getaway for upper-crust New England residents, Nantucket offers a collection of stunning beaches that appeal to every type of beachgoer.
Located about 30 miles south of Cape Cod, Massachusetts, this tiny island relishes its isolation, you can ride through the cobblestone streets on your bike or lazing about on the shore with a beach-time read.
Martha’s Vineyard
Martha’s Vineyard has a comfortable climate (summer temperatures rarely exceed 90 degrees Fahrenheit) and plenty of stunning beaches, cliffs, sunsets, sailing fishing, and more.
Martha’s Vineyard is also known for its towering cliffs overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. For most of the year, Martha is home to only about 15,000 inhabitants, but in the summer tourist numbers balloon to more than 100,000. Just look around, and you might see some Hollywood stars and other wealthy, famous people. Some people come here by boat, including a type of steamer that can carry both passengers and cars, others by plane, and the island has an airport. Many celebrities come here year after year.
If you are a tourist who likes to chase stars, this is a good choice.
Whether relaxing means exploring the expanse of beach in search of all the sights or simply throwing down a towel on the softest sand you’ve felt in years, the prettiest beaches in the East of US will have you dreaming of the shores for years to come.
So where do you usually summer?
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