Ranked the No. 1 Beach in the U.S. in 2020 by TripAdvisor’s Traveler’s Choice Awards™, you will quickly know why when your feet feel the powdery quartz-crystal sand between your toes. Located along the lapping shores of the Gulf of Mexico, this slice of paradise offers visitors access to hundreds of free parking spots, two concession stands, bathrooms, grills, equipment rentals, a sandcastle-shaped playground, lounge areas, the free island trolley and a rotating list of pop-up vendors and seasonal farmer’s markets. Whether it’s the award-winning powdery white sand, countless accommodations, unique shopping and dining village, or the assortment of water activities, you can plan your whole trip centered around this gorgeous beach without getting bored.