When you think of Christmas, what comes to mind? Probably something like flurrying snowflakes outside your window, drinking hot cocoa by the fire, and snuggling up with friends and family to watch a classic Christmas movie, right? But as the holidays start getting closer, it’s easy to become overwhelmed with shopping, wrapping, baking and preparing for guests. It might be hard to take that leap and change things up, especially since the season is tied to tradition. However, you might be surprised to find that bringing Christmas and all those family traditions to the beach can be easier than you think. Here are 5 reasons to consider spending your holidays at the beach:
1. The hustle and bustle surrounding holidays can burn you out.
Experts have noted that people often become more stressed during the holidays than any other time of year. Emergency rooms see more people for stress-related illnesses in the months of November and December than they do in any other two-month period throughout the year. Instead of stressing about making Christmas perfect for everyone, allow yourself to sit down and relax at the beach over the holidays. Seriously, you deserve it.
2. You can still have a white Christmas.
With beaches like those in Destin along Florida’s Emerald Coast, you’ll find sugar-white sand to replace the white snow you’re accustomed to. Except the sand is even better, because the kids can play outside without worrying about cold temperatures! And you can dig your toes into the white sand while you indulge in a good holiday read.
3. You’ll start new traditions, along with your old ones.
If you keep an open mind to exploring new destinations around the holidays, you might find new traditions to enjoy year-after-year. Maybe it’s the same vacation rental home you retreat to each December, or a local holiday festival you can’t miss. If your family is extra adventurous, maybe your tradition becomes experiencing a new place each year and immersing yourself in the unique experiences and that each new destination has to offer.
Also, don’t feel like you have to abandon your old traditions if you choose to travel away from home for the holidays. You can still bring along your stockings to hang by the fireplace, cuddle up at night to watch a classic Christmas movie, eat your favorite holiday dishes, and open gifts from Santa Claus on Christmas morning!
4. There are plenty of travel deals.
Winter is the shoulder season for many beach destinations, making it an ideal time for finding great travel deals on flights, hotels, and local attractions. If you’re not one to plan far in advance, you may even find some great last-minute deals on Black Friday or Cyber Monday. Enjoy everything that beach towns have to offer, while avoiding summer crowds and saving money!
5. Memories make great gifts.
Years from now, your children are more likely to remember a Christmas spent on the beach in Florida than a cool new toy they opened on Christmas morning. Memories made on childhood vacations will be gifts your children cherish for the rest of their lives. Beach vacations also make for great gifts for your parents. Instead of wandering store aisles to find the perfect gift for your mom and dad who have everything, bring them along on your getaway! Spending quality time with their children and grandchildren will beat any gift you can buy off the shelf.
Even though you may feel hesitant to change things up this holiday season, we promise that spending Christmas at the beach is a decision you won’t regret! As long as you are with the people you love, your cherished traditions will follow. So, take the leap! Book the flight. Pack your bags. Make new memories this Christmas season and head to the beach!
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