Splash into the summer at splendid, sunny shores

With only a few weeks left this school year, plans for vacations are already being laid, but how can students battle back the boredom if they don’t have anything set in stone?

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Beached for the break? If you are not planning a big trip this year but are looking for some things to do that won’t entail driving for hours or reserving a spot months in advance, then look no further than Florida’s beaches.

Clearwater Beach, Fred Howard Park, Sand Key Park, Indian Rocks Beach, Honeymoon Island State Park, Caladesi Island State Park, St. Pete Beach, and Fort DeSoto Park are all within the general vicinity.

Littered all throughout Florida, these extraordinary beaches provide far more than soft sands and relaxation for guests.

Although most seaside visitors come merely for the relaxation, the beach appeal doesn’t halt there.

Whether you’re walking along the beach as the sun sets or playing beach volleyball, the entertainment opportunities at beaches are plentiful. However, there are even more options for water activities.

For one, there are countless options for boat, jet ski, parasail, windsurf, and paddleboard rentals.

Boat rentals can be found by practically every beach, but now comes the question of what type of boat. Speedboats, sailboats, pontoon boats, or simpler boats, like kayaks and canoes, are among the many options available, and each has its own perks.

Jet skis are another great option for skipping across the waves. These speedy wave riders ensure a thrilling ride for all passengers.

Windsurfing is another interesting beach pastime. A combination of sailing and surfing, windsurfing, although not an easy sport, can be fun just to watch, even if you don’t participate.

There is no reason for beach activities to be confined to the ground.

Parasailing is one fun thing to try that’ll rocket you into the sky, while you’re attached to a cable that’s connected to a boat down below. This way, you’ll get an overhead tour of the beach and its waters.

If you’re interested in surfing but want a beginners course first, there’s an option for that, too. With a few nearby locations, the Surf Style beach store offers such an opportunity with its indoor surfing and body boarding simulator.

Toning it down a bit, paddle boarding is a more calming activity, although it requires balance and still waters,  it is best to try further out in the ocean or on a tranquil, windless day.

For anyone seeking a truly unique and daring experience, flyboarding might be something to look into. This unusual aquatic activity sends riders soaring into the air, strapped to a water powered jetpack connected to a jet ski cruising below.

Regardless of what someone chooses to do at the beach, the options are infinite, so associating the beach solely with relaxation is far from the truth.

Therefore, next time students pay a visit to the beach, they can come prepared or improvise along the way, and, soon enough, they’ll find that there’s so many ways to spend the summer at the shore. So, don’t let it be a bummer!