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My boyfriend and I are planning a spring break trip to Florida the second week of March. We are spending 3 nights in Orlando and then would like to spend the rest of the week at the beach. But, I’m not sure what beach to choose. I don’t think the beach would be that fun if you couldn’t swim. So, my question is, what is the closest beach to Orlando where we could comfortably get in the ocean and lay out? The keys aren’t really an option because of the drive time. I’ve heard the gulf would definitely be warmer than the Atlantic, is that true?

The closest beach to Orlando is Cocoa Beach, which is on the Atlantic side. I’ve made the drive there from Orlando in just under an hour. I have gone swimming at Cocoa Beach during March, although the water was pretty cold and took some getting used to; it’s typically beautiful laying-out weather.

It IS true that the waters of the Gulf are a little warmer than the Atlantic. The waves are also usually smaller (unless there is a storm coming in or it’s a very windy day). The closest Gulf Coast beaches are those in the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area. It’s about a one hour and forty-five minute to two hour drive there from Orlando. Some of the top-rated beaches in the country are in this area, so they would definitely be worth checking out. If you are spending more than a day or two at the beaches then I would probably go with the Gulf Coast beaches.

Sunday we went to the beach, beautiful day and view. Then along comes a family and sets up their beach shelter in front of us by the water, spoiling our view. Then along comes another a bit further along and does the same. There were many shelters at the beach, but most use their heads and set up back up the beach a bit so as not to spoil peoples views. Is there any law to stop people blocking our view.

No, those laws only stop people from blocking your view permanently, because it would lower your property value. Theres no law to my knowledge that says they can’t set up a shelter for the day on a PUBLIC beach…

Im a freshman @ park vista high school in lake worth florida and my 40 time is 4.70, and i think the coaches are thinking about moving me up to jv, and i wanna get faster and i’ve always heard that running on the beach helps the lower body. How does running on the beach helpful to the body in general?

Because it isn’t a firm surface, it will work the stability muscles in your feet, ankles, and calves, which will reduce the chances of getting hurt. But if you run on the beach too much when you start out, you have a better likelihood of straining one of those muscles than if you ran anywhere else.

So I have straight as a bored fine asian hair. Everytime I try to make my hair wavy (beach wavy) it turns out lookin bad… So how can I get that wavy hair overnight?

You can put your hair in braids. It works for me. I’ll put cornrows in my hair for a while then when i take them out i have really nice waves. Mine are left in for days but you can just regularly braid your hair and leave it in over night. Another option is to make waves with your flat iron. Its easy. You can try scrunching your hair.

I’m planning on getting my place turned into a regular beach house… in the mountains of Colorado! I am going to whichever beach has the best quality sand and Uhauling it back to my place. Beach chairs, coolers, etc, will be lined in as my furniture. Now, the question is, what are the problems with doing this? Are there legal issues with taking sand from a beach? What about emissions the sand could have that cause allergies? Are there any emissions noticeable with contained, non vented, beach sand? Any other problems I should know about that might be helpful?

Rain actually cleans the sand at the beach like a filter. Your floor will eventualy become a breeding ground for bugs like flees and chiggers feeding on the beer, soda and chips that have fallen into it.

I received a ticket in Palm Beach County for violation of the "move over law". It’s considered a moving violations. I have requested a court date as I was unable to "move over" due to other traffic. Are the officers required to appear? If they don’t does the ticket get dismissed automatically?

Hello,

To answer your answer correctly:

The officer not appearing in court does not GUARANTEE that your ticket will be dropped. However, your chances of having the ticket dismissed will increase exponentially because the only potential prosecution witness won’t be present. It is a risk, but definitely one many people take and come out victorious.

In Florida, you can also take traffic school do have the ticket dismissed – www.floridatrafficschool.com would be the site for you.

Hope that helps – Jonny Driving School

In other words, what beach can you walk, not swim, the farthest away without drowning (assuming you cant swim or float)? Just walking. I assume its in the Caribbean but im not sure.

I know Varadero, Cuba has beaches like that. The water is amazing, and I could walk out towards the ocean for what seemed like forever with the water just being half-calf deep.

Im starting an experiment where I have to prove, how the amount of people visiting a beach, affects its ph level. I already know the beach’s ph level is mildly alkanline, with a ph range of 7.6 to 8.4.
I want to find out if, a heavily populated beach would be either more acidic or more basic, in comparison to a less populated beach and why?

Well, you would have to consider an area not affected by the tide water coming in, which would change your results.

In an area unaffected by the tide, human contact would be in two forms, I believe:

As sebum and sweat mix up on the skin surface, they form a protective layer often referred to as the acid mantle . Acid mantle has a particular level of acidity characterized by pH from about 4 to 5.5.

http://www.smartskincare.com/skinbiology/sebum.html

The average pH level of urine is slightly acidic (6.0).

http://www.urologychannel.com/diagnostictests/urinalysis.shtml

I personally think that the human contact would not produce a significant change.

Im getting married in 8 months and i need to start planning! how should i start planning my beach wedding? What do people do at the weddings? what are some things needed for a wedding? Please help?

Beach Wedding Timeline
1. Choose your location wisely. Beaches are usually breezy. Try to pick a cove or area protected from direct winds for your ceremony. Be mindful of the tides.

2. Decide how many guests will be attending. Most beaches do not require a special permit for small informal weddings. Check with local authorities to be sure.

3. Find a wedding officiate local to the beach of your choice to perform your wedding ceremony. Often they specialize in beach weddings and can provide useful tips as well as very affordable package deals. Wedding packages are becoming very popular and are ideal for busy couples. Often they include everything you need from the bouquet to the photography to the filing of your marriage license.

4. Minimize your reception expenses by planning a sunset ceremony followed by a simple but elegant wine and cheese reception right on the beach.

5. Rent an outdoor canopy to protect your reception area from rain showers and uninvited seagulls. For a tropical flare, decorate the canopy with tulle and twinkling mini-lights and silk flowers. Use hurricane candles for lighting.

6. Remember your guest’s comfort and safety. Provide seating for the elderly as well as sunscreen and insect repellent just in case. If some of your guests have mobility impairments recognize that it’s nearly impossible to push a wheelchair in the sand, and it’s very hard for people who have difficulty walking to negotiate sand as well. Many beaches have walkways or platforms. Use these accordingly.

7. Thank your guests for sharing your day by presenting them with beach wedding favors such as personalized sand-dollars, seashell candles or Hawaiian Silk Leis.

For More-www.wedding-and-party-ideas.com

I was wondering from what time to what time are the volleyball nets up and open within the beach that is right next to the Belmont Shore Pool in Long Beach California.
Is it a first come first serve beach volleyball court or what? I need to know what the times are to be able to play volleyball.

7am-sundown. Mostly first come first serve. Different groups can reserve the courts though. Don’t forget to bring quarters for the meters.