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1. Huntington Beach ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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2. Virginia Beach ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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3. Mexico Beach, Florida

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4. Cape May

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5. Cannon Beach

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6. Delray Beach

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7. Dennis Port

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8. Flagler Beach

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9. Harwich

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10. Molokai

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11. Myrtle Beach

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12. Nags Head

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13. Newport

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14. Ocean Isle Beach

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15. Ormond Beach

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16. Osage Beach

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17. Pahoa

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18. Pensacola

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19. Pine Knoll Shores

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20. Pismo Beach

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21. Sleeping Bear Lakeshore

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22. South County

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23. Surf City

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24. Wells

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25. West Palm Beach

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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • When travelers think of beach vacations, the word “cheap” is not the first thing that comes to mind.
  • Many may be surprised to learn that the United States has dozens of beach getaways for solo travelers, couples, and families that are easy on the budget.
  • Non-motorized watersports, hiking, biking, and exploring can all be affordable alternatives to otherwise pricey resort stays.
  • Whether it’s California surfing, Maine tide pooling, or Florida snorkeling that excites the traveler, an affordable beach vacation awaits.
  • These U.S. beach towns welcome visitors to an array of sights and activities for their next seaside getaway.

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