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Post 02/19/2026 14:31     Subject: 3-4 nights by a pool (domestic) - where?
Use ebird online to find birding hot spots near wherever you end up too I'm jealous, sounds like a great trip!
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Post 02/19/2026 10:26     Subject: 3-4 nights by a pool (domestic) - where?
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Anonymous wrote:Tons of good options at various price points in Orlando. You might actually be able to find a last minute deal at Disney which feels opens the door to other Disney properties for meals. Try the hotels on the Skyliner.

Miami will be pricey but Fort Lauderdale will be cheaper. Flights will probably be cheaper as well. Or stay somewhere between the two.

Puerto Rico will be reliably warm. That’s where I would go.


Any Puerto Rico hotel suggestions? The ones with big pools seem pricey.


Embassy Suites San Juan or Dorado?

Honestly, I don’t understand why anyone travels to a beach and prefers to sit by a pool. Weird.

Embassy Suites San Juan isn’t ocean front but has lounge chairs and umbrellas on the beach.


I love the view and sound of the ocean, but I hate sitting in sand. My perfect vacation spot is a pool with a view of the ocean.
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Post 02/19/2026 09:17     Subject: 3-4 nights by a pool (domestic) - where?
Anonymous wrote:I would skip Orlando because it will be teeming with kids unless they have adult only pools.


I don’t mind kids! I have settled on Marriott Grande Vista which is CHEAP and has several pools. If too crowded I will do ResortPass for something like the Hilton a PP recommended. Then I will use the money I saved to go out to a really nice restaurant.
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Post 02/19/2026 09:14     Subject: 3-4 nights by a pool (domestic) - where?
I would skip Orlando because it will be teeming with kids unless they have adult only pools.
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Post 02/19/2026 09:13     Subject: 3-4 nights by a pool (domestic) - where?
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Anonymous wrote: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?

Girl, I thought you wanted to sit at a pool!


+1 She's all I just need relaxation, warmth and a pool. We give her high end hotels including trendy South Beach. She's all, let me see some gators. oof!


OP here. I don’t find trendy relaxing … or economical. Getting up, having coffee on my balcony, watching some birdies and looking at plants for the morning, still leaves me all day to sit by the pool!

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Post 02/19/2026 09:12     Subject: 3-4 nights by a pool (domestic) - where?
Anonymous wrote: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


Ooh that is a find! But it still looks a little too chilly that far up north.
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Post 02/19/2026 09:11     Subject: 3-4 nights by a pool (domestic) - where?
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Anonymous wrote: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?

Girl, I thought you wanted to sit at a pool!


+1 She's all I just need relaxation, warmth and a pool. We give her high end hotels including trendy South Beach. She's all, let me see some gators. oof!