When most think of the winter months, it is a time of shoveling snow, putting on multiple layers, and staying inside where it is warm. Who wouldn’t want to travel to a place where you can get a tan in December? Below is a list of locations in Florida that are perfect for a warm winter vacation.
Miami
Miami is a hotspot all year around but in the winter months, the city is fully activated due to Art Miami Art Week. Art week is a citywide event that gathers celebrities, art collectors and creators to view one of North America’s most comprehensive international art fairs. Some of the best hotels are located just minutes from where the popular event takes place, and is the perfect place for guests to check in and enjoy their stay. Hotels just minutes away: the NEW Elser Hotel and Arlo Wynwood, opening November 2022, Balfour Hotel, Gabriel South Beach, Gabriel Miami and Shelborne South Beach. For some yummy eats guests can visit Orno, Mamey, Mehzcla, and Kosushi.
Fort Lauderdale
Famous for its beaches, arts, culture, and events. Fort Lauderdale is another perfect vacation spot for a getaway from those cold winter months. At the Hillsboro Beach Resort, guests can enjoy complimentary Sunday morning beach yoga and telescopes for stargazing at night. Vacationers can also stay at the NEW Kimpton Shorebreak Fort Lauderdale Beach Resort, a boutique resort located in the heart of Fort Lauderdale channeling an elevated and vibrant atmosphere. If guests are looking for some yummy eats in the area, Casa Sensei has a beautiful waterfront view with pan- Asain latin fusion dining, or Fogo de Chao Las Olas open-air churrasco bar where guests can dine and watch gaucho chefs butcher, prepare, and grill different cuts of meat over an open flame. If guests are looking to grab a drink, Whiskey Neat has one of the largest selections of whiskey in South Florida.
Key West
Named among the five most popular domestic destinations in 2021 Traveler’s Choice Best of the Best awards, Key West is a tourists playground with all it has to offer. Whether it is watersports, key lime pie, nightlife, or historic sites, Key West never has a dull moment. Recently listed as the #1 resort in the Florida Keys by Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice, The Marker Key West Harbor Resort is within walking distance to Duval St, one of the most popular destinations in Key West, filled with famous restaurants, shops, and nighttime hotspots. The Marker is the perfect place for you to enjoy your Key West fest. The waterfront luxury, drinks, dining, events, and activities keep guests busy all day long. For the watersports enthusiasts, Seaport has a plethora of activities to do such as sailing, scuba diving, charters, kayaking, fishing, and more. To indulge in some of Key West’s cuisine, guests can visit Blue Heaven, with a bar, live music, and Sunday brunches.
West Coast Florida
You know what they say, West Coast, best coast! Guests can visit the Sarasota Art Museum for food and views with a 15,000 square foot dedicated exhibition gallery space, Bistro, Shop, auditorium for educational events, performance and film, and a sculpture courtyard. For a farm to table eating experience, guests can visit Bistro prepared by Chef Kaytlin Dangaran and the Constellation Culinary team. Further north in the Panhandle, guests can celebrate the seasonal change with the cooler weather at Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort. The winter months are Sandestin’s off season making it the best time to visit. Guests can enjoy the lighter crowds, lower prices, and cool, comfortable temperature. With endless activities to do, places to eat, and locations to stay at, guests will never have a dull moment. Stays include: Hotel Effie (only pool and lounge in northwest Florida), Baytowne Wharf, Osprey Pointe (new luxury resort). Eats include: Baytowne Wharf (specialty stores, award-winning restaurants, art galleries, nightlife, and a jam-packed calendar of fun festivals and events), and Marina Bar & Grill.
Palm Beach
Home to the legendary resorts, shopping, and dining, Palm Beach is another great vacation destination for your warm winter travels. For hotel stays, The Ben Hotel is a luxury boutique hotel with beautiful views of the Palm Harbor Marina and Intercoastal Waterway, perfect for a little getaway. For culinary interests, The Restaurant at the Norton is a 165- seat, indoor and outdoor dining room with views of the Pamela and Robert B. Goergen Garden. For shopping, The Square is an indoor-outdoor mall located in the heart of Downtown with a mix of more than 50 shops and restaurants.
