finding a vacation spot for an interracial couple

My partner and I are trying to plan our first real vacation together, and honestly, it’s turning into a bit of a headache. He’s all about hiking boots, fishing rods, and getting lost in the woods—he keeps throwing out places like Maine and Arizona, where you’re basically surrounded by trees and maybe the occasional moose. I do like fishing, but hiking? Not so much. I always feel like I’m slowing everyone down, and don’t even get me started on my fear of heights. I’d rather do a short hike in Connecticut than spend my whole vacation sweating on a mountain trail. Meanwhile, my idea of a vacation is more palm trees, sandy beaches, and maybe a fruity drink by the pool. I suggested places like Puerto Rico or Florida, where we could both fish and relax, and if he really wants to hike, at least I can recover in a hot tub afterward. It seems like wherever we go, the costs will add up the same, so that’s not really the issue. But here’s the thing that’s really making me hesitate: we’re an interracial couple, and I can’t ignore the fact that some places in the US just make me uneasy. My dad literally warned us to be careful if we go up north, and honestly, the idea of having to research whether a town is safe for us before booking a trip is just exhausting. I’d love to go somewhere diverse and welcoming, where I don’t have to be on edge about how people will react to seeing us together. I’m also worried that if something did happen, my boyfriend wouldn’t know how to handle it—he’s never had to deal with this kind of thing before, and I’m not sure he gets it. So, I’m stuck. I want us both to have fun, but I also want to feel safe and relaxed. Has anyone found a spot that has both nature and beaches, but also feels welcoming for an interracial couple? Preferably somewhere within a four-hour flight from Connecticut, but at this point, I’m open to ideas. I just want a vacation where I don’t have to look over my shoulder the whole time. #vacationplanning #interracialcouple #travelconcerns #Travel