When we think of ‘tropical paradise,’ the Caribbean and Mexico often spring to mind for their sandy beaches and crystal-clear waters. But what if tropical paradise meant a shorter flight without the hassle of flying internationally? Americans looking to explore a cluster of tropical islands known for its vibrant marine life and warm waters, look …
Key West is famous for its picturesque beaches, its near-tropical climate, and its uniquely quirky and off-beat vibes. What’s not as well-known is that travelers can score some great deals on direct flights to Key West, making the dream of an easy-breezy Florida getaway more of an attainable reality. So why should you fly to …
There are many charming small beach towns in the United States, but this underrated Florida island was just named the best one. Travel + Leisure gave Gasparilla Island, Florida the distinction of being the best small beach town in the U.S. for 2023. This was determined through the polling of travel experts and travelers, and …
It’s no secret Florida is a top destination home to some of the nicest beaches in the country. A study conducted this summer by the University of Florida took a deep dive into why people continue to visit. In 2022, Florida broke tourism records bringing in over a whopping 137 million visitors, which broke the …
Florida has a mixed reputation. Yet one thing that is undeniable about this southern state is its availability of beautiful beaches. With summer ending, getting in as much beach time as possible is essential. While it would be great to travel to the coast of Greece to soak up some sun, an international end-of-summer trip …
Every year travelers look forward to hitting up the beach for a summertime escape. Unfortunately, nature had other plans for certain destinations this year. A massive seaweed invasion put a damper on summer beach plans, but many places tried their best to come up with solutions to make the best of it. Whether it’s Punta …
Orlando is one of the most visited destinations in the U.S., attracting nearly 75 million visitors each year. While it is true that Orlando’s most famous attractions are its theme parks, the city has more to offer visitors beyond costumed characters and amusement rides. With a thriving performing arts culture, a growing culinary scene, charming …
Although Orlando is the top travel destination in the United States, another destination in Florida is exploding in popularity with tourists right now. More than 50.6 million people visited Miami in 2022, according to data from the Greater Miami Convention and Visitors Bureau. Additionally, hotel room occupancy was up 12.7% last year compared to 2021. …
The first thing that comes up to travelers’ minds when they think about the city of Orlando in Florida is probably the theme parks. But this destination has so much more to offer… and data can prove it! According to recent information shared by Visit Orlando, The Official Tourism Association for Orlando, in 2022, this …
A record-breaking mass of sargassum seaweed is threatening to ruin beach vacations throughout Florida. For months, a giant accumulation of seaweed has been floating in the Atlantic and slowly drifting towards popular vacation spots including Florida, the Caribbean, and the Riviera Maya. And now it has finally arrived. Sargassum is a common occurrence in these …
One of the best ways to experience a great vacation is to hit up a nice beach! Depending on where you live, it can be time-consuming to pick the right one. Not everyone is fortunate enough to live near a beach, so finding the best one can be quite a process. Fortunately for those seeking …
The second fastest train in the U.S. is expected to begin its long-awaited service from Miami to Orlando this summer. This is insane news considering there has never been more than one high-speed train (famous worldwide and in places like Europe) in the U.S., much less in Florida. This will be great news for travelers …