I love the beach and thought it would was time to start planning our summer vacation. It is important to us that wherever we go be family friendly so I have been investigating family friendly beaches. These are a few that struck me as interesting:NORTHEAST
YORK, MAINE: Rugged coastline, cool water and hot lobsters all give charm to this historic Down East seaport. Call 207-363-4422.
WELLFLEET, MASSACHUSETTS: Cape Cod at its best: rugged ocean beaches, gentle swimming on the bay, freshwater ponds for an after-beach dip--even a drive-in movie theater. Call 508-349-2510.
BLOCK ISLAND, RHODE ISLAND: You don't need a car to enjoy this picturesque retreat off the Rhode Island coast--just a bicycle, bathing suits and beachcomber's bag. Call 800-383-2474.
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LEWES, DELAWARE: Surfside action combines with in-town tranquility to give this seaport on the Delmarva Peninsula its easygoing charm. Call 302-645-8073.
CHINCOTEAGUE, VIRGINIA: Here you can revel in the carnival excitement of seaside amusements--or admire the pristine beaches and wild ponies of nearby Assateague Island. Call 757-336-6161.
BEAUFORT, NORTH CAROLINA: The pirate Blackbeard is gone, but the wild beauty of North Carolina's barrier islands remains. Begin your explorations from this historic fishing village. Call 800-786-69
