Florida

Accommodations in many of the Florida hot spots are entirely dependent on season and demand. You can count on significant hikes in room rates during popular times, like summer vacation, spring break and holiday weeks.

Our favorite hotels in the hot spots are:

Miami: EPIC Kimpton and the newly renovated Ritz-Carlton South beach

Keys:  The Perry or Tranquility Bay Beachfront Hotel & Resort

Palm Beach: The Breakers

Orlando: Four Seasons

If you plan to stick to the major hot spots, renting a car isn’t necessary. Uber and Lyft in places like Miami and Orlando can get you very far. Prices are reasonable for major cities. Should you choose to venture out, you can rent a car for about $30-40 USD per day from the major cities.

Miami in particular is known for its world-class cuisine with influence from Cuba and Latin America. We had several impeccable meals in Miami, including at Le Jardinier and Juvia. Take a food tour of Little Havana for an epic day of culture, cuisine and cocktails.

Miami shopping in particular is excellent if you’re looking for chic beachwear and accessories. Some of our favorite swimwear brands like Lulifama are based in Miami. As a couple from San Francisco who can’t find swimwear in a store any time of year, coming to Miami was like entering heaven. Travelers will also find great boutiques for accessories, bags and jewelry at reasonable prices.

Florida is known as the sunshine state and when you hit the major hotspots, you can’t help but get wrapped up in the smiles, laughter and social energy of the locals. Miami in particular makes you feel like you’re truly on vacation, with the music, food and energy that you can’t find a lot of places. The Keys will provide a much calmer atmosphere, providing the rest and relaxation you might be needing.