Seaside Escapes

Land-Based Vacations By The Sea

Find your perfect coastal getaway — no cruise required.

Beach More. Stress Less.

Luxury beach resort with a pool, ocean view, palm trees, and palapas - perfect for tropical seaside vacations and land-based travel.

Dreaming of salt-kissed air, oceanfront stays, and toes-in-the-sand adventures—without ever boarding a ship? You’re in the right place.

This corner of The Sea Seeker is your personal guide to coastal getaways and land-based seaside retreats. Whether it’s a romantic all-inclusive in the Riviera Maya, a boutique hotel along Florida’s Gulf Coast, or a beachside Airbnb perfect for morning coffee with ocean views—we’ll help you plan smarter, pack lighter, and soak up every shoreline moment.

We cover:

• Best beach towns

• Resort reviews and beachfront escapes

• Packing guides for coastal travel

• Food, excursions, and what not to miss

• Non-cruise ways to travel by the water

Cruise later. Stay coastal now. Dive in and discover your next land-based beach adventure.

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REAL ID Deadline Has Arrived: What Travelers Need to Know Now

REAL ID Deadline Passed: What Travelers Need to Know Now

As of May 7, 2025, the REAL ID deadline is officially in effect across the U.S.—and travelers need to be ready. If your driver’s license doesn’t have the REAL ID star, you may not be able to fly domestically without an alternative TSA-approved ID such as a passport, Global Entry card, or Enhanced Driver’s License. While DHS has stated travelers won’t be turned away right away, expect longer wait times and possible extra screening.

In this blog post, we break down everything: what REAL ID is, how to find out if you’re compliant, what documents TSA accepts, and how to get your REAL ID before your next trip.

Stay ready. Stay flying.

[Read our complete REAL ID Guide ➜]

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