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With the havoc wreaked by Hurricane Katrina, followed by the Gulf Coast oil spill disaster, the state's beachfront always seems to be in recovery!

What you can always count on is the warm Southern hospitality of Mississippi which always keeps visitors coming back. And, if the past few years are any indicator, Gulf coast beaches are returning better than ever.

Easily accessible from Highway 90 (Beach Boulevard, to the locals) some of the best Mississippi beaches and vacation resorts include those at Bay St. Louis, Gulfport and Ocean Springs. (If you're feeling lucky, at Biloxi make your way to the gambling casinos which are the major draw.)

All along the shoreline, barrier islands off the coast keep surf at a minimum, which makes coastal beaches friendly to families with kids and toddlers in tow. Meanwhile, if you're looking for surfing action, make your way to Gulfport to line up for the Ship Island ferry -- to one of Mississippi's most popular barrier islands, West Ship Island, which makes up only a part of the Gulf Island National Seashore.

Beach safety note: in summer, anywhere you go in Mississippi is hot, hot, hot! Literally -- which, of course, makes the shoreline so appealing. So, before heading out pack your shades, a sun hat, bottled water ... and don't forget the sunscreen!

Have fun...

More about MIssissippi beaches around the Web:

Mississippi Beach Monitoring Program - News & updates on the state of Mississippi beaches, current closings, water quality, FAQ.

Mississippi Gulf Coast - The official tourism portal leading to facts and information, beach and weather reports, and sights and attractions by county covering Bay St. Louis, Biloxi and Gulfport, Ocean Springs and more.

Gulf Coast Tourism Guide - Check out this lively online tourism site with the latest information on rebuilding, with links to weather reports and news updates.

Mississippi Gulf Coast Beaches - The official travel guide to Gulfport and Biloxi area beaches with pictures & descriptions, hotel, inns & restaurant listings.

also see -> Mississippi tourism | Mississippi campgrounds