Going to the beach for a vacation is a popular choice among families, couples and friends. On the other hand, going to the mountains is as popular as going to the beach too. Your choice would ultimately go back to how you want your vacation to be though. For instance, kids usually love building sand castles and swimming in the beach. That is why families with small kids usually go to the beach for vacations. Adults usually want to party. So they love going to more crowded beaches not just to enjoy the beach and the sun but to take active participation in water sports. Parties are also held on the beach and in nearby resorts. Couples may want a quieter beach though. You can choose a more secluded private resort or a less popular beach as well.

Families with bigger children may also enjoy staying in the mountains though. You can stay in cabins and enjoy nature all around you, for instance. You can go fishing in a nearby lake. You can also go hiking together. Of course, going skiing is also another popular option. Enjoying the ice in exhilarating runs will surely make the trip worthwhile. Some skiing resorts would even have areas where children can play in the ice or learn how to ski too. So the whole family will have something to do on a ski vacation as well.