A Florida beach vacation is one of the most relaxing ways to recharge your batteries. You get the best of both worlds here, as there is plenty to do besides soak up the sun all year round, should you feel the need to put down that sun lounger. Florida is home to some of the best beaches in the world, and the awards earned for the standards of excellence set by Florida’s shores are the envy of the travel world.

While the beaches take all the splendor away, Florida’s beach surroundings offer a mouth-watering gastric experience during your break. Everywhere fresh local produce is served and there is a dish to suit every budget.

You can surf, dive, fish, and shop till you drop, but if luxury on the beaches is what you crave, here are 3 Florida beach vacation destinations you shouldn’t miss.

daytona beach

Daytona needs no introduction and is said to be “the most famous beach in the world”. The width of the beach and the compacted sand is a sight to behold. But Daytona offers more, the Museum of Arts and Sciences is a great place to spend a morning, followed by Volusia Mall or Ocean Walk Shops for a little retail therapy.

Fort Lauderdale Beach

If you only go to this beach to see the award-winning wave wall and boardwalk, you will not have wasted your time. The wavewall stretches for two full miles along the main part of the beach and has become one of the area’s signatures. The promenade has been pedestrianized and allows for a relaxed and calm walk with views of the beach.

clear water beach

My personal favorite has to be Clearwater. This may have something to do with the stone crab claws served at Frenchy’s. But aside from the food, the water is the warmest and most relaxing I have ever swum in. There’s no such thing as a quick dip here, once you’re in you won’t want to get out.

You can travel the world, but when it comes down to it, a Florida beach vacation is really hard to beat.