Day trip to the coast? And Dh's 1st trip

[Dawneesue]

This is my 1st post!
My DH and I are in our 50's and planning our trip for the end of March. I've been to Disney numerous times, but this will be his 1st time even to Florida. We have a condo rental for 5 days, but I want to take a day (possibly overnight) trip to either Cocoa beach area or Clearwater area. Any preferences?? And if so, why do you choose it and do you have specific recommendations? Also, any recommendations for a "must do" for any older 1st timer? Thanks!

 

[DaisyDuck001]

I prefer the Atlantic side because it has big waves crashing on the beach. I enjoyed Daytona Beach.

 

[MusicalAstronaut]

I vote Cocoa Beach, but to choose something you didn't list, I highly recommend St. Augustine, especially if you do overnight. It's beautiful (my husband & I were married there) and there's lots to do. The water on the Atlantic side will be pretty cold in March but it's still worth going to that side of the state, IMO. If you go to the gulf side you could see if Crystal River still has manatees showing up. They go there in the winter because the water from the springs is warmer and there can be tons of them! Oh and if you go with Cocoa Beach, I love going to Kennedy Space Center because I'm a space nerd.