If you’re planning a beach holiday for your family, be prepared to sacrifice some tanning time for sandcastles, swimming and games. There are plenty of things to keep the whole family occupied on a beach holiday, here are some top ideas:
For adventure and nature lovers, snorkelling is an easy and cheap way to experience life under the waves. Snorkel and mask sets can either be bought or rented at reasonable prices from most beach stores and come in a range of sizes. Choose a beach where lifeguards are present and as an extra safety precaution, never go snorkelling alone. When you’re underwater, try not to touch or disturb anything; coral, plants or fish could reveal hidden defensive actions.
For adrenalin junkies, surfing and body-boarding is an exhilarating way to have fun using the sea’s natural forces! Body boarding is a fantastic alternative to surfing, especially for children. It is not necessary to stand as you would on a surfboard and even the smallest of children can float in the water. Body-board can be either rented or bought from beach-side shops. Again, choose a beach where lifeguards are present as an extra safety precaution.
For family member of all ages, searching for shells along a beach is an exciting activity full of discoveries and provides a free souvenir of your family trip to the beach. Seashells, sand dollars and sea horses are the most common found items found on a beach and come in a range of beautiful sizes and colours. Once found, washing the shells in water and wrapping them in paper will preserve and protect the shells during the journey home.
A great way to save money and make lunch-time more exciting is to picnic on the beach. Take some fresh bottled water to wash sand and salt from your hands before you eat.
If you’re not in any rush to leave, sit a while and watch the sunset – a memorable experience for all family members and a great way to end the day.
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