Where to go in FL
Jan 21st, 2004, 04:08 PM
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Where to go in FL
My husband and I are looking for a shot of sun - a weekend trip to Florida in February- and, not having travelled to Florida much -are not sure where to go.
We really just want a place we can put our toes in the sand, relax, perhaps a quiet inn on a beach? Don't need much in the way of activities - a few restaurants would be nice -but relaxation is the goal. We'd greatly appreciate your suggestions as to where to go in Florida.
Thanks in advance!
We really just want a place we can put our toes in the sand, relax, perhaps a quiet inn on a beach? Don't need much in the way of activities - a few restaurants would be nice -but relaxation is the goal. We'd greatly appreciate your suggestions as to where to go in Florida.
Thanks in advance!
Jan 21st, 2004, 04:35 PM
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I would recommend Sanibel, Captiva Islands or Fr Myers Beach. You want someplace far enough south to be warm. Siesta Key I understand has beautiful beaches but I don't think you could get anything this late for just a weekend. Feb/Mar is peak season for Florida. Snowbirds and spring breakers. I would try Sanibel Island Tween Waters Inn. It has a good reputation and the area is beautiful. Check it out at: http://www.tween-waters.com/
I would recommend Sanibel, Captiva Islands or Fr Myers Beach. You want someplace far enough south to be warm. Siesta Key I understand has beautiful beaches but I don't think you could get anything this late for just a weekend. Feb/Mar is peak season for Florida. Snowbirds and spring breakers. I would try Sanibel Island Tween Waters Inn. It has a good reputation and the area is beautiful. Check it out at: http://www.tween-waters.com/
Jan 21st, 2004, 04:58 PM
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The Keys are lovely and most of the time warm enough to relax a bit. We've stayed at a quaint little place on Grassy Key called Rainbow Bend. They ave their own wee spot of beach. Rooms include a hearty breakfast in their cafe. A few good places for a meal in the evening very close by. Very quiet!
You can fly into Miami and drive down in 2 hours or so.
You can fly into Miami and drive down in 2 hours or so.
Jan 22nd, 2004, 05:27 AM
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Is the weather warm enough for a beach vacation in Feb.? I've been reading about it being peak season and then on weather underground I see that avg. temps. are only in the 70's in Feb. so I'm wondering...
I just booked a trip to Clearwater Beach for mid-Feb. and am now panicking that it's going to be chilly.
I guess anything will be better than the freezing weather up here in the northeast but I was really picturing laying on the beach, etc. Will I be able to do that or will it be more like sweatshirt-wearing weather?
Any guesses? Thanks!
I just booked a trip to Clearwater Beach for mid-Feb. and am now panicking that it's going to be chilly.
I guess anything will be better than the freezing weather up here in the northeast but I was really picturing laying on the beach, etc. Will I be able to do that or will it be more like sweatshirt-wearing weather?
Any guesses? Thanks!
Jan 22nd, 2004, 05:43 AM
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Weather here is a crapshoot IMO. We are having a "cool" spell, meaning high temps in the low 70s. cool at night. Next week is supposed to be even cooler....you just can't be 100% certain about the weather, yes? ;-)
Jan 22nd, 2004, 07:35 AM
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I'd recommend Lauderdale-by-the-Sea (5 miles north of Ft. Lauderdale). I've stayed at the Coral Key Inn twice (across the street from El Mar Drive) with direct beach access. Small beachtown and when I went it was very quiet and uncrowded. There are several restaurants within walking distance and also walking distance is a small mall with a grocery and drug store and specialty shops.
Jan 22nd, 2004, 08:02 AM
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Siesta Key
www.siestakeychamber.com
Great beaches, great restaurants, great nightlife, yet has the feel of a quiet old Florida.
www.siestakeychamber.com
Great beaches, great restaurants, great nightlife, yet has the feel of a quiet old Florida.
Jan 22nd, 2004, 08:06 AM
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The Keys are a good bet. Rooms will be available and probably less $$$ than Naples or Captiva. Very laid back and great food ! If you feel like the drive I would say Key West. By far the best place to just relax.
Jan 27th, 2004, 11:17 AM
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I'd recommend Sundial in Sanibel or anywhere you can get on the beach on Sanibel. As a world traveler, Sanibel is absolutely one of my favorites anywhere. Quiet, friendly, clean with a tropical feel. Good restaurants, biking, natural highlights, shopping and beaches-everything you could want if you are not looking for wild nightlife. Much better in my mind then Siesta or Marco both of which I've been to. Stay on Sanibel but spend a day exploring the island and Captiva-don't miss the Mucky Duck restaurant on Captiva for sunset dinner-great fun.
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