Upgrading from iPhone 16 — best DSLR under $500 for family, architecture & nature photography?

Ready to stop relying on my phone and invest in a real camera. Here's exactly what I shoot:

**Family:**

- Portraits and close-ups of kids

- Candid group family shots

- Vacation and cruise family photos

**Buildings & Architecture:**

- Churches, historic forts, plazas

- Landmark shots while traveling

- Detail shots of architecture

**Nature & Landscapes:**

- Ocean and waterfront scenery

- Sunsets

- Wide outdoor scenes

- Cruise travel — skylines and ports across the water (need real optical zoom, not digital)

**My criteria:**

- Budget: $500 or Below

- Portability: Doesn't matter at all

- Experience: beginner(willing to learn)

Leaning toward the **Nikon D3500 two lens kit** — 18-55mm for family/architecture/wide shots and 70-300mm for zooming into distant landmarks and ships from cruise decks.

Is this the right call for the variety of shots I take? And what accessories should I grab for shooting in beach and cruise environments? Should I choose another camera.Thanks