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Best Little Beach Towns
These hamlets embody the spoils of summer by the sea, from surfer haunts to "Old Florida" isles.
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The Vibe
On Florida's natural and pristine "Big Bend," life in Cedar Key shuffles along quietly, with a quirky bent. The 1-square-mile
historic downtown district sits on the smallest of 40-odd scrappy, little islands shoved around by hurricanes for centuries,
which might explain the ramshackle charm of their only town.
What to Do
The wrap-around balconies of The Island Hotel & Restaurant (352/543-5111) have been packed during past July 4th Clamerica Parades, when tourists flock to the clam capital with buckets
and rolled-up pants. Take a kayak tour with Wild Florida Adventures (352/226-2251) to nearby Atsena Otie Key for a little history.
Where to Eat
The Island Hotel's restaurant serves from-scratch shrimp and grits with bacon gravy and Key lime pie that'd make Hemingway weep. Order the steamed clams
at Seabreeze on the Dock (352/543-5738).
Where to Stay
Lodging is limited, but Island Hotel's tabby walls and rustic authenticity make it a relic of "Old Florida" (from $90).
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