Although being a president is a tough and demanding job, there are times when presidents get to step away from leading a country to enjoy some time at the beach, play or watch sports, and spend quality time with their families.
These relaxed moments captured in photos show a different side of presidents than the formal images we usually see in the news.
Let’s take a look at some glimpses of presidential families having fun by the water.
Ivanka Trump’s Beach Reading
Ivanka Trump knows how to relax, sitting comfortably in a beach chair while catching up on some reading.
Melania Trump at the Party
This party photo of Melania Trump takes us back to her modeling days.
Jill and Joe Biden in 1986
We may know Jill Biden as a dedicated teacher and First Lady, but this photo from 1986 shows a different side of her, looking playful alongside Joe.
Joe and Ashley Biden
Here’s a happy moment from a family vacation in Hawaii, where a young Ashley Biden is having fun as her dad, Joe Biden, chases her with a water hose!
Joe and Beau Biden
This photo captures a young Joe Biden on the beach in the 1970s with baby Beau.
