Be a Beach Bum at one of our Top 10

If you live in Southern Oregon it’s hard to believe that summer has officially started. Need a break from the rain and gloominess? G&L has a list of top 10 beach destinations for Memorial Day weekend to get you in the mood! Cheapflights, (www.cheapflights.com) has searched the coast and recommends these sunny sweet spots…

1. Hilton Head, South Carolina
Spend your days biking the 100 miles of cycling trails throughout the Atlantic island -- breaking only to catch waves, soak up the sun and savor the area's fabulous restaurants.

2. Hermosa Beach, California
Check out downtown Hermosa for three days of great food, drinks and live music. Kids can switch between amusement park rides and sand castles until 6 p.m. nightly as parents peruse local shops and the ever-popular beer garden.

3. The Gulf Coast, Mississippi
Sailboats, casinos and spectacular beaches await you on Mississippi's Gulf Coast this Memorial Day weekend.

4. Nantucket, Massachusetts
For the ultimate in New England living, put your Nantucket Reds on and head to Figawi Race Weekend this Memorial Day to watch the finest sailors in the country race wondrous yachts from Cape Cod to the island of Nantucket.

5. Stone Harbor, New Jersey
Wake up early to beat the crowds waiting in line for fluffy pancakes at Uncle Bill's Pancake House and after, stroll the strip of shops in the seaside village's downtown. After days of bike riding and body surfing, catch a proper small town parade on Sunday at noon along the town's main drag.

6. Chincoteague, Virginia
This charming hideout, renowned for its wild horses, is a regular on the country's top beach lists and simply perfect for a long weekend escape from the nation's hurried capital.

7. Chicago, Illinois
Blend the relaxation of the beach with the thrill of the big city. Chicago's summer-long love affair with street festivals begins Memorial Day weekend, so check out the 27th annual Belmont/Sheffield Musical Festival in hip Lakeview neighboring Lake Michigan.

8. Sanibel Island, Florida
To channel the wildlife lover in you, visit Sanibel Island this Memorial Day, located just west of Fort Myers on Florida's Gulf Coast. The 12-mile island offers rustic beaches, unsullied by tourists and snowbirds.

9. Waimea Bay, Hawaii
 Situated on Oahu's North Shore, Waimea Bay is home to some of the gnarliest waves in the whole Pacific. But by Memorial Day weekend, those swells chill out a bit, paving way for a serene summer spot for swimming and frolicking.

10. Del Mar, California
Visit Del Mar, a spectacular beach just 30 minutes north of the city. Paddle board the day away, and then give your arms a rest by strolling along the white-sand beaches of California's coastline.

Before you jet for the weekend don’t forget to pick up an organic bamboo beach towel by Yala and for goodness sakes wear your sun block, there’s nothing worse than an awkward tan line!
 

Hang ten,

G&L