Sunshine on 30A: Seaside

As I prepare for my spring break trip, I cannot stop thinking about my most cherished vacation destination: 30A. 30A is a coastal highway along the beautiful blue green waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Seaside and Rosemary Beach are two of Florida's best kept secrets. Although, tourism has greatly increased in these two locations since I began visiting there with my family; these destinations are still relatively unknown to the majority of the US. This post features the first of two of my favorite 30A destinations: Seaside, Florida.

Seaside, Florida U.S.A. Or simply, the most perfect town in America. This quaint city was featured in Jim Carrey's 1998 film, "The Truman Show." Seaside was created in 1981 by a husband/wife architectural team. The town features a school, town hall, open air market, tennis club, tented amphitheater and post office. 

Must See's in Seaside:

The Post Office: Let me tell you, there is nothing like Seaside on the Fourth of July.  The post office is parked in the heart of the town and I mean come on? That's literally the cutest post office in the world. If you ever find yourself in Seaside on the Fourth, a picture in front of the post office is a must.

Taco Bar: There is nothing like a refreshing Coke and chips and salsa for lunch on a sunny beach day. Taco Bar has the best tacos in Seaside. The restaurant has a colorful and fun atmosphere. Just a few paces from the beach, it is the perfect refreshment after a long day of soaking up the sun.

Bud & Alley's: Watch the sunset on the 2nd floor deck of this restaurant. Seriously, the sunsets are simply breathtaking. During the day, it's a great place to grab lunch after being on the beach. As soon as the sun goes down, it turns into quite the party. Bud & Alley's is the perfect date night destination.

Modica Market: Modica is your grocery go-to in Seaside. Fresh orange juice is made every day. The market has an old time market feel with all your favorite products.

Sundog Books: You can't sit on the beach all day without a good book in your hand. Sundog Books has a variety of book options. Take a stroll upstairs and you will stumble across Central Square Records.  Central Square has an array of artists featured on vinyls and CDs. From Billie Holiday to Led Zep, this records store will not disappoint.

I hope you will enjoy the crystal white sand and blue-green water just as much as I did.