One of most iconic summer fun images is the sunny, sandy beach. There are many options when selecting a beach to go to, as beaches range from lakeshores to ocean coasts, family-oriented to secluded and completely private.
Family Beach Time
Many stretches of beach today are family-friendly, as beach-combing with the family is a easy and fun family activity. The U.S. boasts all types of family friendly beaches where you participate in water sports and volleyball matches, or just walk along the coast and collect shells. Fore more family friendly beach vacation ideas, check out RTM's Top 10 Family Friendly Beaches.
Go Nude
For those who are more comfortable in their birthday suits, nude beaches and nude recreation is a growing industry. Nude resorts provide everything other resorts do, and you don't have to be clothed! Fore more information on nude resorts, check out RTM's Best Nudist Resorts article.
Water Park Fun
But if beaches aren't your thing, and you're still looking out for water-related fun, water parks are another great option. Water parks provide the cheery environment and excitement of theme parks, but with the added bonus of being able to cool down in summer heat. Check out RTM's Top 5 Water Park Picks for more information.
Indoor Water Park Innovation
However, if the weather doesn't agree with your water park plans, there are now indoor water parks to broaden your options. Avalanche Bay Indoor Water Park in Boyne Falls, Mich., is a place where you can enjoy water park favorites such as lazy rivers and water slides under a solid Swiss-Austrian roof. For more information about Avalanche Bay, see RTM's review of Avalanche Bay Indoor Water Park.
Whitewater Rafting Thrills
White-water rafting is another exciting option for water related travel. Rafting along a river can be a heart-pumping ride. Rapids vary among levels called classes, level one which requires no skill to level six that even some of the most experienced rafter wouldn't touch. Rafting is available all over the United States and internationally. See RTM's review of a California rafting experience for more information.