| PR or the Florida Keys. |
Also recommend Orlando for a cheap flight and pool. In addition to the hotels suggested above, check out the Sheraton Vistana Resort. https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/mcosv-sheraton-vistana-resort-villas-lake-buena-vista-orlando/overview/ |
| Puerto Rico!! |
The airport is in San Juan. It’s a short taxi ride to Embassy Suites. Or look for an Airbnb (Isla Verde is nearby). |
| I’d look into the Seminole Hard Rock, Eden Roc and Fountainblue hotels. Also check out the Opal Resorts. We love the Opal in Del Ray. |
| What’s your budget, OP. I’m in Orlando and can offer some suggestions, depending. So many nice resorts here at every price point. |
Would like it to be under $300/night, $350 max! am currently thinking Marriott Grande Vista. |
I was going to suggest the Hilton Orlando. We do staycations here and the pool is top notch, but it’s very kid-friendly. Do you want more serene and quiet? Grande Vista would fit that bill more, but it’s a little outdated, in my ever humble opinion. Happy to answer any other questions! |
I do have a question!! Is there any way to get out to one of the springs to kayak without a car? Like a tour that picks up from a hotel? Also is the Mead Botanic Garden nice? I want to see some Florida wildlife and plants. maybe I should just go to Gatorworld? |
You HAVE to do the Rock Springs Run! I don’t think they’ll pick you up, it’s a small, almost rural type operation (and I’ve never heard they do) but it’s the best in the area, IMO. Can you Uber there? Mead is great, and very “native”. Leu Gardens is close and a must-see, too, especially if you’re over there. The Butler Nature Preserve is a personal favorite, something to consider. Gatorland is kitschy fun, but I’d definitely skip it in lieu of the other aforementioned places. |
I really want to get to the springs! I could probably uber there but not sure about back. I heard Gatorland actually has good birdwatching but not sure I need additional kitsch
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Girl, I thought you wanted to sit at a pool! |
| Fly into Tampa and visit Clearwater Beach. |
AND see pretty birds!!! |
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When i wanted something similar a few years ago, someone here recommended this hotel, and it was perfect.
https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/vpssh-springhill-suites-navarre-oceanfront/overview/?scid=f2ae0541-1279-4f24-b197-a979c79310b0 |