Florida Has the No. 1 ‘City-Like Town’ in U.S.

Sometimes you want that city feel, but in a smaller town. Florida has lots of these hidden gems, which offer the amenities of a city but with a smaller town vibe. Now, one Florida town has been named the best "city-like town" in America.

The study comes from TheTravel.com. In it, they explain, "Living in a big city means having access to all the luxuries, but it also means having to deal with a hectic lifestyle and constant bustle. Everyone in metro cities seeks a quiet town retreat to escape the grind of modern life, and the United States is brimming with these small towns." They add that, "While some small towns exhibit a rustic charm, many have amenities comparable to those available in larger cities but offer a tranquil atmosphere and recreation."

If you're wondering about the No. 2 pick, that goes to Gatlinburg, Tennessee. Gatlinburg, according to the story, is a "a popular entryway to the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and offers travelers the chance to take advantage of hiking trails and endurance-testing adventure activities."

So, what's the Florida town that made the cut for one of the best city-like towns in America? St. Augustine. Of the city, TheTravel.com says, "St. Augustine, the oldest town in the U.S., is brimming with Spanish colonial landmarks, like Castillo de San Marcos, and pristine beaches, such as Vilano Beach. While strolling the streets allows visitors to admire the town's Moorish Revival-style architecture, heritage buildings such as the Alcazar Hotel and Casa Monica Resort & Spa offer luxurious staycations paired with fine, decorative art." They add that the best time to visit is from March to May. Find the full list of the best city-like towns in America, go here.

Florida has the most prettiest beaches in the country. We hate going to beaches that have rocky/shelled sand. Even though it does raise the temperature, it's so relaxing to run your hands and feet through that soft, pillowy sand. If you're planning a summer vacation and want a destination with white soft sand and gorgeous blue ocean, check out these 4 Florida destinations.

Tripstodiscover.com recently posted their rankings for the 16 prettiest white sand beaches in America. Florida had the most destinations on the list with 4 beaches. Behind them was Hawaii with three beaches on the list. Some of the Florida beaches on their list are pretty obvious, since they've been voted best beach in the country on numerous occasions. But we'll get to that later...

2 of the beaches that made the list are right here in the Tampa Bay area. The other two are definitely worth the drive.

This Florida panhandle beach is rising through the ranks in multiple categories. They also have some of the best neighborhoods in Florida to buy a house.

I mean... DUH. Clearwater Beach has been named one of the best beaches in America for multiple years. On top of their gorgeous white sand and clear blue waters, there's so much to do around Clearwater Beach.

Siesta Key has also been commonly known for their gorgeous white sand beaches. And if you'd like to get away from the large beach crowds, this spot is even better. Best of all the sand is made up of nearly all quartz. This means that you can actually walk barefoot on the beach without burning the bottom of your feet.

We feel that Caladesi is one of the most underrated beaches in the Tampa Bay area. Most people just settle for the Dunedin Causeway but it's so worth it to take the ferry over to the island where there are usually less people.