Beach Choices

[CSmith9208]

I was planning on going to Disney for 9 days from September 30 until October 8. After looking at hotels in the area and almost ready to book, I think I would like to take a few days at the beginning of the trip to go to the beach for a few days.

Let's face it, this is Florida and there is an abundance of beaches, but I need some suggestions on which beach. I will be with my husband and 2 small children (3 and 7).

My favorite beach in FL is St Andrews in Panama City, so this may help with suggestions. I like that it's a secluded beach but still has all the dining/activities of Panama City.

ANy suggestions would help!

 

[madcoco]

Caladesi Island State Park Clearwater.
http://www.floridastateparks.org/CaladesiIsland/

Fort DeSoto Park St Pete.
http://www.fortdesoto.com/

Canaveral National Seashore
http://www.nps.gov/cana/

 

[TnTWalter]

We're staying at Anna Maria Island AFTER our week at WDW. It's 2 hours ish away.

Trish