Getaways
Swan and Dolphin Food & Wine Classic Reimagined as Staycation Package
We look forward to the annual Food & Wine Classic hosted at the sprawling Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin Resort each October. While typically a weekend foodie event drawing a large crowd, this year’s festival has been totally reimagined…
A Thornton Park District Airbnb Staycation
Itching for a change of scenery? While it may not be feasible to go on a full-blown vacation this summer, don’t underestimate the power of a relaxing staycation. The Thornton Park District features some of Orlando’s best restaurants, plus walkability…
Orlando Hotels Offering Deals for a Romantic Summer Staycation
Making the call to cancel summer vacation plans has been a tough one, but that doesn’t mean you have to stop exploring this summer. We live in one of the nation’s top tourist destinations and most of our Orlando hotels…
Camp No Counselors Bringing Adults-Only Summer Camp to Central Florida this March
SPONSORED — Get ready to relive your favorite summer camp moments with no camp counselors in sight to tell you it’s time for lights out! Camp No Counselors is bringing their popular all-inclusive, adults-only summer camp back to Florida March…
Day Trip: Our Guide for Spending a Day in Melbourne
Day trips are a necessary component of having a great, ongoing relationship with your partner. They allow you to connect over memories and current events during the drive to and from your destination while helping you make new memories upon…
Day Trip: 8 Hours in Titusville
We’re lucky to have access to so many coastal towns and getaways from Central Florida. One of the closest beach towns to us is Titusville. With its interesting history and ties to the space program at Cape Canaveral, it is…
5 Bachelorette Day Trips from Orlando for every Bride-to-be
SPONSORED — You’re engaged! Apart from the big day, the bachelorette party is THE event a bride-to-be — and her besties — look forward to! Orlandoans are fortunate to have a number of destinations ideal for bachelorette day trips within…
Chasing the Sun on a Sunrise to Sunset Florida Road Trip
The abundance of things to do and beautiful places to explore are just several of the joys of living in Central Florida. One of the most unique trips any Floridian can embark on is a sunrise to sunset road trip….
Three Perfect Days in Fort Lauderdale
Lovingly nicknamed the “Venice of Florida” thanks to the beautiful canals that flow through downtown, Fort Lauderdale is an ideal getaway for Floridians who seek art, culture, and fun. You can get to Fort Lauderdale from Orlando in just under…
Recreation and Romance at TradeWinds Island Resorts on St. Pete Beach
SPONSORED — From fireside s’mores to breathtaking sunsets, there are so many romantic moments to share at TradeWinds Island Resorts on St. Pete Beach. Aside from the award-winning location, this sprawling Gulf coast destination offers an extensive list of offerings…
Three Perfect Days in Cocoa Beach
Complete with beautiful beaches, tropical cocktails, a chill vibe and proximity to Orlando, Cocoa Beach is optimal for a weekend getaway. The city is also known for their killer waves, so much so that Cocoa Beach is the home of…
Don’t Miss our Reunion Resort Getaway & Scavenger Hunt, Nov. 1-3
We are THRILLED to be partnering with Reunion Resort for our second exclusive getaway this year! Packed with oodles of amenities, this city-size resort features three golf courses, six hydro-grid clay tennis courts, a five-acre waterpark, 10 community pools, full-service boutique…
Staycation: Rent a Lakefront Tiny Home in College Park
Updated August 2020 Could you pare down to the essentials and live permanently in less than 400 square feet of space? This is one of the questions at the heart of the tiny home movement, a counterculture lifestyle my boyfriend,…
Three Perfect Days in St. Augustine Beach
St. Augustine Beach is just over the bridge from Historic Downtown St. Augustine, but once you’ve crossed over, it feels like you’ve entered a completely different city. Gone is the Spanish architecture and landmarks, traded for a quiet little beach…
Win a Two-Night Hilton Staycation
Amp up your vacation plans with a staycation at one of over 50 Orlando-area Hilton hotels and resorts. From winding lazy rivers to stone’s-throw proximity to theme parks, Hilton’s local properties offer all the amenities and perks for the perfect…
The Great Summer Staycation Giveaway 2019
Win one of 11 two-night summer staycations at some of Florida’s best resorts and boutique hotels. Beat the heat this summer with a staycation at one of the many resorts and hotels across Orlando, Tampa and beyond. Now offering spectacular…
Day Trip: Rainbow River Tubing at KP Hole
Ready to escape from normal life, if only for the day? You don’t have to travel far. Central Florida is a natural playground for water activities like kayaking, paddle boarding, and my personal favorite: tubing. From Orlando, tubing at Kelly…
Foodie Getaway: Orlando Chefs Featured at Omni Amelia Island Fish to Fork Culinary Weekend
Calling all seafoodies! The annual Fish to Fork culinary weekend is back for its 6th year at Omni Amelia Island Plantation Resort. This year’s event will take place over Mother’s Day weekend from May 9-12, 2019 with a fitting all-female…
Book Your Spot for Our Epic Weekend Scavenger Hunt Experience at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress
We’re putting our own twist on the traditional staycation with an action-packed couples’ weekend at Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress May 17-19, 2019! SOLD OUT – fill out the form below to join the waitlist We’re inviting 15 couples to join…
Our Favorite Romantic Weekend Getaways from Orlando
What’s more blissful than a weekend away full of quality time with your other half? Living in Central Florida means being surrounded by stunning beaches and hip cities in all directions. And with many locales just a few hours’ drive…
Getaway Itinerary: Beach Hopping in South Walton
Visualize a place where bright blue skies and puffy clouds hang over brilliant turquoise water and pure white sand. When the sun dips slowly below the horizon, the beach’s color palette is unveiled through a remarkable display of greens, blues,…
Detox in the Outdoors: How to do a Camper Staycation in Central Florida
If getting outside and away from I-4 construction for the weekend sounds enticing, try these steps to planning the ultimate camper staycation in Central Florida for you and your date. According to a recent study by University of Pittsburgh School…
Food & Wine Weekends at Waldorf Astoria Orlando
Food & Wine Weekends are back at Waldorf Astoria Orlando and Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek. From September 14 through November 11, 2018, this 8th annual culinary fete turns a date night or weekend getaway into a gastronomical adventure thanks to…
Three Perfect Days in Tampa
For an escape from the norm, Tampa is an ideal destination. A 90-minute drive will transport you to a city where old and new intersect in the best of ways. An array of cultural attractions fill the city, which boasts…
Three Staycation Itineraries for a Long Weekend in Orlando
Enjoy all of the perks of a blissful three-day weekend right in your backyard! With a little bit of adventure, romance and relaxation, a staycation is the perfect way to spend a travel-free 72 hours with your significant other. Eat,…
Three Perfect Days in New Smyrna Beach
Located about an hour away from downtown Orlando, New Smyrna Beach is well-known to most locals. However, New Smyrna Beach has plenty more to offer couples than lazy days by the ocean. There’s a creative arts scene, rich history, and…
Must-Visit Florida Lighthouses for a Date Day Trip
Light Up Love at These Must-Visit Florida Lighthouses Florida has 29 lighthouses remaining today with even fewer still operational. You could make a vacation solely out of traveling to the lighthouses around the state! Lighthouses have been and continue to…
Three Perfect Days Discovering the Palm Beaches
The Sunshine State is bursting with fun-in-the-sun getaway options for couples. Some of the most popular destinations are situated in South Florida – like Miami Beach and the Florida Keys. But 2.5 hours southeast of Orlando awaits 2,300 square miles…
The Great Summer Staycation Giveaway 2018
Win one of 14 two-night staycations at some of Florida’s best resorts and boutique hotels. Beat the heat this summer with a staycation at one of the many resorts and hotels across Orlando, Tampa and beyond. Now offering spectacular summertime…
New Daycation Flights to Key West + 5 Day Trip Itineraries
You’ve made it to the end of the road: Key West is where the USA meets the tropics. It’s also a treasured Florida vacation spot whose popularity grows each year. We Floridians are fortunate to be able to visit this gateway…
Three Perfect Days in Daytona Beach
If you ask someone what they know about Daytona Beach, chances are they will name one, if not all three, of the following things: the beach, motorcycles, and NASCAR. While each is integral to Daytona Beach’s identity, there is so…
