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Health Benefits of the Ocean
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Health Benefits of the Ocean [As if we need more reason to love it!]

We love going to the beach because it’s fun, invigorating, relaxing, and soothing to the soul. Is that “all in our heads”? No! Studies tell us there are a wide range of health benefits of the ocean (and some of them may surprise you).

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Beach Quotes by Susan LaBorde
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Beach Quotes By Susan

These beach quotes are mine, just some of the thoughts that come to me when I’m enjoying the place I love most on earth. I share them in the hopes that they’ll bring just a little joy into your life, if only for a moment.

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Why do seashells have perfect holes in them?
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Why Do Seashells Have Perfect Holes In Them?

No, those little holes weren’t put there so you can make jewelry. The reason seashells have perfect holes in them is all about survival and the natural order of prey and predators.

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The Fisherman and the Bird - A Beach Story from the Emerald Coast
Emerald Coast Beaches

The Fisherman and the Bird

This little short story of the fisherman and the bird is just one of many of my Emerald Coast experiences. To me the incident was both interesting and amusing. It makes quite a statement about how man and nature adapt to each other as our territories cross paths.

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Sandcastle Quotes - HappyBeachcomber.com
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Sandcastle Quotes

These thought provoking sandcastle quotes are for sand lovers, sea lovers, and dreamers everywhere, for optimists, pessimists, and everyone in between.

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Sandcastle or Sand Castle?
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Sandcastle or Sand Castle? – The Ultimate List of Sandcastle FAQs!

How much do you know about sculpted sand? Is it sandcastle or sand castle? What holds sandcastles together? Did you know they can be illegal? Here you’ll find answers to all that and lots more!

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Sandcastle Festivals & Contests
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Sandcastle Festivals & Contests – U.S. Sand Sculpting Competitions All Levels

If you’ve never attended sandcastle festivals or contests, oh my are you in for a treat. Even the amateur creations are dazzling and go way beyond the simple sandcastle. The master sculptor competitions are absolutely stunning.

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Best Beach Packing List - with FREE Printable
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Best Beach Packing List – for Family or Singles [FREE Printable!]

I searched the web to find all the best beach packing lists for you, and boy was I surprised. If you want a really good, comprehensive packing list, this article will save you a whole lot of time!

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Best Earbuds for Beach Goers
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Best Earbuds for Beach Goers

Actually, the best earbuds for beach goers aren’t earbuds. They’re much better, and you’ll love them for everything you do away from the beach too!

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Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Events & Festivals
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Gulf Shores and Orange Beach Events & Festivals

Are you going to Gulf Shores, Orange Beach, or Perdido Key? For an extra way to enjoy your beach vacation, consider attending one of the area’s many fun events and festivals!

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Welcome to beach travel and beyond! I'm your tour guide to my favorite place on earth, the beautiful Florida/Alabama Gulf Coast – and to lots of other destinations too. I share travel tips, guides and information, help with trip planning, gear reviews and recommendations, answers to all sorts of beach questions, and everything related to enjoying your travels. Sometimes I even include a story that I hope you'll enjoy.
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