After spending a year in lockdown,
many people in the US want a change of scenery. In 2020, the states that people
moved to most included Florida, Maine, and North Carolina for their long
coastlines and beautiful scenery. As a result of spending an upsetting amount
of time in front of the TV and relying on an evening walk to fulfill the day, it
seems that a large portion of the population wants to move to the beach!
Re-watching Game of Thrones for the third time isn't as satisfying as it
should be, but moving to the waterfront might be, and it's easier than you
think!
Moving to the beach doesn't have to
break the bank. Wallethub compared 191 cities by oceans and
lakes and by considering 62 factors of livability. Some of these factors
included weather, affordability, and safety. Among the top 10 were Naples,
Florida, which was ranked at number one, closely followed by Laguna Beach,
California, and Destin, ranked at number 9. As it is only four hours away from
New Orleans, Destin is a very popular vacation spot for New Orleanians.
Within the 191 cities that were
ranked, Destin offers breathtaking beaches, the most restaurants per capita,
and has even been called the luckiest fishing city. The weather and activities,
both land and water related, make Destin a great location for families. There
is something for everyone! The laidback, relaxing beach town is well known for
Crab Island, a sandbar near the harbor. With several water activities and
vendors selling snacks and cold drinks, Crab Island is a popular day trip location.
Other factors considered in the list included quality of life, as well as
education and health. Many of Destin's beaches are fully accessible and can accommodate
wheelchair access with ramps across the beach.
To read more about making a
waterfront home possible, visit wallethub.com.
