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Apalachicola, United States
A sleepy Florida Panhandle gem far from the spring break crowds, famous for its legendary oysters and charming Victorian downtown. Rent a house on St. George Island nearby for pristine white-sand beaches that feel almost entirely undiscovered.
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Dauphin Island, United States
A quiet barrier island off the Alabama Gulf Coast with calm waters, a bird sanctuary, and a laid-back fishing village vibe. The public beach is uncrowded and the local seafood shacks serve some of the freshest Gulf shrimp you'll find anywhere.
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Rockport, United States
A charming Texas Gulf Coast town beloved by artists and birders, with a lovely beach on Aransas Bay and easy access to Goose Island State Park. Don't miss fresh Gulf redfish tacos at a waterfront cantina and the nearby whooping crane wildlife refuge.
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Chincoteague, United States
A tiny Virginia island famous for its wild ponies and the pristine Assateague National Seashore, one of the East Coast's most unspoiled barrier islands. The downtown strip is full of crab shacks and ice cream shops perfect for a group unwinding after a beach day.
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Cannon Beach, United States
An iconic yet under-the-radar Oregon Coast town dominated by the massive Haystack Rock sea stack rising dramatically from the surf. The beach is dramatic, moody, and perfect for bonfires — and the town has excellent craft breweries and galleries for evenings out with the group.