Moving to the beach often sounds like a dream come true— ocean views, the soothing sound of waves, and endless days of sunshine. While this lifestyle has its perks, there are some surprises beach life may have in store. Here's what they don’t always tell you about making the big move to the coast. 1. … Continue reading 10 Things They Don’t Tell You About Moving to the Beach
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Atlantic Beach and the Island with No Name
The city of Atlantic Beach is located on a barrier island along the northeastern coast of Florida. It is one of the state's many charming beach towns with a unique heritage and a vibrant community. You'll hear residents refer to it as "the island," because it has no other name. History of Atlantic Beach The … Continue reading Atlantic Beach and the Island with No Name
The Hidden Gems of the Sea: Exploring the World of Sea Glass
I had never found sea glass until we moved to Atlantic Beach, FL, but now it is a favorite part of our evening beach stroll. Sometimes we just find a piece or two, and sometimes we get a whole pocketful, but we almost never come home empty-handed. Sea glass, also known as beach glass, is … Continue reading The Hidden Gems of the Sea: Exploring the World of Sea Glass
What Actually are Florida Sand Fleas?
If you grew up in Florida, then you've probably spent some time catching those little burrowing creatures at the beach we usually call sand fleas. If you've held them in your hands, you know that they don't bite like fleas, but will instead try and burrow between your fingers. Their real name is mole crab, … Continue reading What Actually are Florida Sand Fleas?
