1. Naples, Florida. Out of 145 oceanside beach towns, Naples, Florida, took the top spot with its sunny weather and low crime rate. Located on Florida's Paradise Coast along the Gulf of Mexico, the town offers lots to see and do, including pristine, white-sand beaches and day trips to nearby Everglades National Park.
It Makes You HealthierThere are more positive impacts to living near the ocean than you might think. Outside of the obvious benefits, like being able to work on your tan whenever you want, the fresh air and vitamin D are great for your health.
Studies and research support the theory that coastal living contributes to stress reduction and improved mental health. Additionally, the peaceful and picturesque environment of the coast can encourage mindfulness and introspection, offering an escape from the pressures of daily life.
Coastal Living ranks the best small waterfront communities for its annual Happiest Seaside Town in America issue, and for 2018, the happiest of them all is Ocean City, N.J.
According to Far & Wide and Southern Living, the best small beach towns to retire in the US are Folly Beach in South Carolina, Saint Michaels in Maryland, and Cape Charles in Virginia. Many other small beach towns also exist, but retirees should choose them based on their retirement incomes and cost of living.
Dominican Republic, Belize (the only English-speaking country in Central America), Costa Rica, and Panama are a few of the most affordable islands to live on and double up as top destinations to visit.
One of the biggest concerns among homeowners near the ocean is the cost of upkeep that comes with owning beach property. The corrosive nature of saltwater, potential flood damage, and expensive insurance threaten to cut holes in your pocket.
There is real scientific evidence that breathing the ocean air and/or spending some time on the beach delivers many health benefits. In addition to improving lung function, a few days seaside can reduce the symptoms of some skin conditions, including eczema. Oceanside air also has numerous mental health benefits.