If you’re vacationing in Florida, chances are you’re looking to spend some time in the sun. Lucky for you, Fort Lauderdale is home to some of the best beaches the Sunshine State has to offer. Set your expectations high, because this 23-mile stretch of white sand crystal water beaches has yet to disappoint.

1. Deerfield Beach: This beautiful seashore has won more awards than any other Greater Fort Lauderdale beach. A great family destination, Deerfield Beach offers a variety of fun beach activities offered at few places around the world. For example, go fishing off Deerfield pier or try waterskiingwithout a boat! At Ski Rixen, an innovative waterskiing system based on cables pulls you across the smooth waters of the coast. Of course, the option to sit back and relax is always available. The beach is lined with numerous open air eateries so you won’t have to sacrifice your tanning while you grab a bite to eat.
2. Pompano Beach: Named for the saltwater fish found exclusively off its shore, Pompano Beach is a sport lover’s dream vacation spot. Whether you want to play volleyball on the beach or shake the sand out of your shoes and tee up for a game of golf, Pompano Beach offers it all. The Pompano fish isn’t the only ‘exclusive’ part of this shore. It is also home to the Pompano Seafood Festival and Fishing Rodeo. Plus, the water is the clearest and warmest around due to a bend in the Gulf Stream.
3. Fort Lauderdale Beach: It doesn’t get much beachier than this. As you walk through the palm tree lined beachfront promenade, you won’t know which spot to hit first. Should you kick back and relax on the sandy shoresor do a little shopping at Las Olas Boulevard’s chic trendy shops before grabbing a bite to eat at one of the many beachy restaurants dotting the boulevard? Fort Lauderdale Beach has transformed from a college party beach to a truly beach chic destination. Plus, the people watching is about as good as it gets.