It was regarded as the “Best Beach” by Stephen P. Leatherman, who also goes by the name “Dr. Beach”. He’s a coastal scientist and the director of the Laboratory for Coastal Research at Florida International University. He’s been rating the best US beaches since 1989, using up to 50 factors including the beauty of the views, the softness of the sand, the temperature of the water, and the level of public safety.
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