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Florida beach named best in America
2 Jun 2011
A seafront destination in Sarasota, Florida has been named the best beach in America for 2011 by Dr Stephen Leatherman, director of Florida International University's Laboratory for Coastal Research.
In his 21st annual list of the country's top ten seaside spots, Dr Leatherman gave first place to Siesta Beach, stating that it has some of the 'finest and whitest' sand in the world.
He also pointed out that the beach is hundreds of yards wide, providing plenty of space for volleyball players and people who just want to relax, while the gentle waves and a gradual slope into the water make it very safe for children.
Facilities in the area include showers, bathrooms, snack bars, grills, picnic tables and trees providing shade.
Second place in Dr Leatherman's list went to Coronado in San Diego, while Main Beach in East Hampton, New York, and Cape Hatteras in North Carolina also featured in the top five.
Florida is well represented, with the St George Island and Cape Florida state parks both making it into the top ten.
Opodo cheap flights, hotels and car hire - let the journey begin!
In his 21st annual list of the country's top ten seaside spots, Dr Leatherman gave first place to Siesta Beach, stating that it has some of the 'finest and whitest' sand in the world.
He also pointed out that the beach is hundreds of yards wide, providing plenty of space for volleyball players and people who just want to relax, while the gentle waves and a gradual slope into the water make it very safe for children.
Facilities in the area include showers, bathrooms, snack bars, grills, picnic tables and trees providing shade.
Second place in Dr Leatherman's list went to Coronado in San Diego, while Main Beach in East Hampton, New York, and Cape Hatteras in North Carolina also featured in the top five.
Florida is well represented, with the St George Island and Cape Florida state parks both making it into the top ten.
Opodo cheap flights, hotels and car hire - let the journey begin!
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