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Taking in mind i have 2 kids what beach what you choose and why...
also whats the distance from kissimee to each beach?
andrewmckay5
23-04-2005, 23:11
2 centre holiday Jaff; best of both worlds[msnwink]
andrew
I agree with Andrew as I like the beaches in Charlotte County (eg. Boca Grande) best :)
Southsider
23-04-2005, 23:17
I love both but I put Daytona, because it is closer to Kissimmee, and you can drive right onto the beach[msncool]
LiesaAnna
23-04-2005, 23:34
have put daytona, have been there once and its great to drive along the beach and so sandy to sit and relax, only an hour away from kissimmee i think, but next time am looking into trying clearwater! i think, its recommended on here!
None of these I would choose Fort Myers Beach every time just love it
Clearwater has everything....
so what beaches u on about?
and where are they i see fort myers on google on west coast but i have only been once and never got the chance to visit any so its a must nex year[msnsmile2]
andrewmckay5
24-04-2005, 00:43
Jaff,
just head south from Tampa and there are fantastic beaches all the way.
However there are only a few Short Term Rental areas where you can rent a villa by the week. Have a look at the Gulf Villas on the OV link above and that will give you a good choice of areas.
It depends on how far south you wish to drive. Rotonda is 2 and 1/2 hours drive from Orlando; Fort Myers about 1/2 hour further.
Rather than a poll it may be worth just asking about beaches in the genaral area.
andrew
http://www.orlando-guide.info/forums/Data/andrewmckay5/200522711470_aaa.JPG
looks lovely altho i want to jus go for a day trip as we are staying in kissimee.....
so if anyone has anymore beaches that are nice to to busy with young teenagers.....
resorthomerentals
24-04-2005, 01:52
I voted Clearwater because I have heard lots of positive things about vacationing there with a family. I've been to Daytona for Bike Week and Speed Weeks (during spring break time). I would not want to bring my children to Daytona during Bike Week or spring break, but would at other times. Driving on the beach is fun, so is watching the beach traffic from the hotel balcony!
chrizzy100
24-04-2005, 02:03
I've only been to Vero Beach......that was nice.....
Cruella DeVilla
24-04-2005, 21:11
We also like the beaches at Fort Myers, Sarasotta and also Naples.
Ray&Sarah
25-04-2005, 00:54
I voted for Clearwater, which has long been our favourite.[msnsmile]
julieanne
25-04-2005, 13:42
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by Cruella DeVilla
We also like the beaches at Fort Myers, Sarasotta and also Naples.
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Me too [8D]
Clearwater for me[msnsmile2]
Loagboat Key at Sarasota has some fantastic Beaches, also just 15 mins drive away is Siesta Beach. approx from Kissemmee around 2.5 hours drive but well worth it if you plan on staying a couple of days.
Cruella DeVilla
25-04-2005, 14:41
<blockquote id="quote" class="ffs">quote:Originally posted by becbecs
Loagboat Key at Sarasota has some fantastic Beaches, also just 15 mins drive away is Siesta Beach. approx from Kissemmee around 2.5 hours drive but well worth it if you plan on staying a couple of days.[/quote]
Yeah, it is lovley down there! We fly into Myers most of the time and we would say it was around a 3-3 1/2 hour trip to the villa from Sarasota.
I like all of them, but fav is clearwater.
DOM
Sue and Jere
29-04-2005, 20:30
Clearwater for me also.
We usually just go for a day trip, so I am looking forward to our trip in May as we will be staying there for 3 nights [msncool]
Thorogoods
30-04-2005, 03:03
Clearwater for us, freinds have told us of Honeymoon Island is a must. You catch a ferry over ??? We are going to try in July. Not sure three weeks is going to be enough.......oh well have to book to go again.:D
luckylady
11-05-2005, 04:59
Naples for me
Then Clearwater
Barbara
Most definitely Clearwater - Captain Memo's sunset cruise is a great fun way of finishing off the day too!
sunseeker
16-05-2005, 01:07
It's Clearwater Beach for us too. [msncool][msncool]
Dave
Aiminghigh
16-05-2005, 08:57
Fort Myers-Estero Island end.
Clearwater's sea is unbelievably warm. It's lovely to walk in the water's edge.[8D]
ALR
orlandodaze
08-02-2006, 01:55
Clearwater was the first beach we visited ,then we went down to Sarasota, then last year we went the other direction to Cocoa Beach which we hope to visit in 2006. The great thing is that you can travel there and back in one day and not miss a night away from your beautiful villla.
Siesta key, crescent beach or turtle beach, just Paradise. Clearwater is nice too, as is St. Pete's. Longboat key has some beautiful beaches.
Next month, we'll have done Fort Myers, rotunda so there's a few beaches to go at there, let you know the verdict when we get back.
After all said and done, I reckon I'd like any beach the length and breadth of Florida.[msnsmile2][^]
ShirleyCottam
09-02-2006, 03:20
I like Clearwater, but I am going to explore them all!!!!
[msnsmile2]
The Simpsons
20-04-2006, 01:01
We went to Clearwater last August the sea was like a warm bath, The kids loved it, very clean beach too[msncool]
solanasunshine
26-04-2006, 17:31
Clearwater for us as well [msnsmile]
jackie greaves
26-04-2006, 21:06
We just love Treasure Island. Its one mile up from St Petes and much, much nicer. Marco Island is also fab but obviously much further away.
Pegasus928
30-04-2006, 19:24
Clearwater for us - especially if they have the celebrations that they had last year. Street entertainers and live bands on the beach, plus a sand sculpture competition. All this and the Little Toot to.
Clearwater and St Pete's for us. We have visited Daytona and Cocoa Beach but prefer the Gulf Coast. We also love Fort Lauderdale, but stsyed over for a few nights rather then travel there and back in a day.
I love Longboat Key and Siesta Key, although I am lucky as my golfing pal has an appartment at Sarasota so I get free accommodation.
eastcoastbranch
20-05-2006, 17:11
I`ve voted St Pete`s because we`re just back and managed to go over twice on our 2 week holiday. The car park is straight across the road from Publix where you can grap a couple of subs and some coke and enjoy it on the beach (watch out for the seagulls who also enjoy your food). Then nip into the dairy queen for a fantastic hot fudge sundae on your way home.
Hannah.