Beaches

Growing up in what is considered suburbia, I would often come across those who claim "There isn't anything to do in Florida." I would know I was one of those people, but I opened my eyes to the many possibilities of entertainment here in South Florida. For example, all throughout summer of the best places one can go to down here is the beach.

In Broward, the best known beaches we all knew about were Hollywood Beach and Dania Beach Ocean Park. Although the two are next to each other, they are two different environments all together.

Dania Beach Ocean Park, a lovely and quiet beach that faces the blue Atlantic Ocean, just North of Hollywood Beach.

 One of the main attractions Dania Beach's Ocean Park has is the fishing pier.

 Some consider it to be one of the best fishing spots in Florida, it is open from 6am until midnight. The pier also has a Quarterdeck restaurant attached to the front entrance, for those who are fans of the restaurant. If Quarterdeck is a little too pricey, there is also an alternative sports bar at the opposite end of Ocean Park.

Dania Beach Grill. There happy hour lasts from 4-7pm, offering two dollars on draft beer. I highly suggest trying to wings at this bar, un breaded and cooked thoroughly, perfectly sauced all over in their spicy buffalo sauce. Hmmm delicious with a side of fries. Dania beach is the place to go to get away from the the noise pollution.

If you travel a little further South, you will come across Broward's own Hollywood Beach. Founded by Joseph Young in 1920, "Hollywood by the Sea" has been apart of South Florida tourist history. 96 years later and Hollywood beach is still standing and bringing more and more tourist every day.

 Ever since the opening of Margaritaville on N Ocean Drive, more tourist have been venturing to Hollywood. They have an public parking garage that offers $12 all day parking, if that is too steep for your pockets the parking garage on Garfield offers $1.50 an hour parking and a glorious view as well.

'Right in front of this Garfield garage is a little restaurant that is a must try for first time Hollywood Beach tourists.

Florio's Restaurant, in my opinion is has the best pizza on the beach. Either eat inside the restaurant or order at their takeout window, you will not be disappointed.Their brooklyn style pizza is made fresh and is served right out the oven, the cheese and sauce just melts in your mouth with each bite. Order up a side of garlic knots and you'll be in carb heaven! There are also various other ice cream parlors and restaurants to try, not even I have tried them all and I've been living in Florida for about twenty years,

There are many beaches here in South Florida that are fun to go to, no matter what time of the year. You can walk the boardwalk, bike, skate, or rent a family bicycle to ride, swim in the water, play soccer, football volleyball in the sand, or drink at the various bars. Or check out the various things to do at Margaritaville.
 Or walk more North to get some secluded beaches. Being bored in South Florida can be solved easily by going to the beach. Remember your sunblock!

(All photos were taken by me)