Compare And Contrast Going To The Beach

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Due to the extremely hot weather in Florida, one of the most popular places to visit are the beaches and pools. I believe going to the beach is better than the pool. There are so many beaches in South Florida it is just astonishing! For many people that do not live in Florida, going to the beach for the first time is an exciting and memorable moment for them. Just imagine their anticipation coming to Florida and hearing all the good news about the beaches! They are not going to be interested in going to the pool. Come on! Not only are the beaches loved by the people who do not live in Florida but even Floridians love their beaches. There are many people that enjoy going to the beach to relax or wake up super early to watch the breathtaking sunset. You have reached the beach and while you are walking, your toes sink into the warm, silky, light brown sand. Once you have set your towel on the sand and you have applied …show more content…

The smell is so delightful you are now tempted to buy a pie for yourself. Quickly, you spot many restaurants and the variety of food each restaurant offers. It makes you want to eat everything and now you are indecisive as for what you should eat.
On the other hand, the pool has nothing spectacular to offer. Going to the pool means no food, no drinks, and absolutely no diving. Not only is the pool boring but being in the pool too long can cause eye and skin irritation due to the chlorine. Also, if the maintenance workers decide not to clean the pool you are stuck with harmful parasites. Who wants to be in an infected pool? Not me!
Most pools have the same layout lounge chairs all around the pool and on every corner, you will find a small round table and an umbrella on top. While you are at the pool, you only have two options. You can lay down and sunbathe or you can just go to the pool. There is nothing fascinating about the

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