The holidays may come and go, but winter continues in full swing. If you’re looking for more ways to spend time with family, check out these warm weather destinations a quick drive or flight from Atlanta.
Daytona Beach, Fla.
A perennial favorite for spring break and summer vacations, Daytona Beach also is a great spot for a winter escape to warmer temperatures. In addition to fun in the sun on the beach, you can explore the coastal dune system as you walk the boardwalks at Lighthouse Point Park, check out the views from atop the Ponce Lighthouse, and see sea turtles, stingrays and more at the Marine Science Center. Plus, you’ll find a wide array of accommodations for multigenerational travelers, ranging from vacation and condo rentals to hotels to RV parks and much more.
Curaçao
With daily flights on Delta Air Lines to this Caribbean island, bringing the family to Curaçao couldn’t be easier. And at the Curaçao Marriott Beach Resort, you’ll find plenty of activity to keep everyone entertained.
“Our resort is perfect for families traveling together,” says Anjali Bakmeijer, director of sales and marketing. “Our thriving breakwater reef doubles as vibrant entertainment for the active crowd who enjoy snorkeling and diving while keeping the water calm and waves small for small children and seniors. Our assortment of lawn games, tennis and beach volleyball courts, and kayak rentals are perfect for older teens, while parents and grandparents are usually lounging in cabanas, reading in the botanical garden, or grooving to our entertainers who throw back to earlier decades.”
Pensacola Beach, Fla.
On the Florida Panhandle, Pensacola Beach provides as much or as little as you would like to do during your vacation. Adventurers in the group will love parasailing with Radical Rides, while those looking for something more low-key will enjoy a dolphin-watching tour with Frisky Mermaid Boat Tours. A fun way to explore on the water is by kayaking at night with Glow Paddle in clear kayaks lit up with LED lights. When it comes to accommodations, consider one of the beachfront condominiums at Emerald Isle. These offer up to three bedrooms with full kitchens and balconies overlooking the beach and swimming pools.
St. Maarten
Just minutes from the airport in St. Maarten, the Sonesta Maho Beach Resort, Casino & Spa welcomes multigenerational travelers looking to escape cold weather.
“Those traveling with kids or teens will have their choice of comfortable room and suite options along with daily fun and club activities for all ages, five restaurants on-site to choose from, and endless views of the famous plane-spotting along Maho Beach,” said Michele Olivier, director of sales and marketing of Sonesta Resorts Sint Maarten. “Additionally, with our new Ultimate Adults Only Club premium experience on the ninth and 10th floors, travelers within the group who would prefer an adults-only floor and exclusive access to the new Cloud 9 Rooftop bar along with snack lounge without the luxury price tag can have the best of both worlds.”
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