Every summertime, we’re faced with a compounding question of where to go? whether to the mountains or the beach? It all depends, of course, on your lifestyle, your personality, your budget, and who you’re going with.
If you want to escape this suffocating Florida heat, there’s no place better than either lounging near a beach and sipping mojitos or hiking through the rough Georgian mountains and taking in the view.
According to three studies of the University of Virginia, people go to the beach if they want to socialize while they prefer the mountains if they want some peace and quiet.
Extrovert people are able to enjoy going to the beach more because there, they can engage with others and even participate in water sports and other kinds of activities.
Introverts, on the other hand, are pulled towards the serenity offered by the mountains. Some peace and quiet are what they prefer as opposed to partying by the beachside.
Though this isn’t always the case, more and more people gravitate to this particular stereotype. You’ll notice that when you go to the beaches, a bonfire party always await you at night. Hundreds of people line up the beaches ready to throw their worries away with their arms raised above their heads and the music blasting from the stereos.
This is perfect for those who want to take a vacation with their friends. All you need to unwind is a glass of your favorite cocktail or a bottle of beer, some good music from a band, and the sound of waves splashing to the shores.
But if you want solace, a time to think and reminisce, then there’s no better place than the mountains. Perfect for introverts, the mountains provide the peace and quiet that no other place can present.
If you, however, want to try your hand at hiking, remember that it requires a special set of skills. It shouldn’t be taken lightly. You’ll have to train your body and allow it to assimilate itself to the conditions of the terrain.
If you’re living somewhere near Florida, the best mountains to go to are those in Georgia, specifically Mt. Yonah near Helen. It reaches 3,143 feet above sea level, and the views from above rival any of those seen in the East Coast.
Wanna go to the beach and party? There’s nothing like Florida’s Gulf Coast for beach parties. You honestly don’t have to go too far as they are within an hour’s drive of Lakeland area . As the unofficial party scene of spring and summer break, nothing says wild and fun like beach parties.
Your choice of summertime escapade need not be a scientific decision. So what if you think you’re an introvert but secretly wants to party with your friends? Or you’re a beach bum who wants to experience the best of what nature has to offer by climbing a mountain?
There’s nothing like following your heart for a great big adventure. Whether you prefer the beach or the mountains, what matters is you’re having the time of your life with the people closest to your heart.
This Florida heat is just the perfect excuse to take a little break and enjoy what life has to offer. So, go ahead and bask under the glory of the sun or breathe in the wonders of a mountainous landscape.