Happy National Plan For Vacation Day!

Happy National Plan for Vacation Day! National Plan for Vacation Day is celebrated every year on the last Tuesday in January to remind us to start planning our vacations and to take time off from work and school. There have been studies proving travel has been linked to greater happiness and science has also suggested that even thinking about a vacation can benefit mental health. While our lives have changed dramatically due to the effects of the pandemic over the last couple of years, there are still safe ways to travel and make sure we are getting that time to relax and recharge throughout the year.

It also just so happens that National Plan for Vacation Day falls on National Florida Day, so in honor of both, we wanted to share some of our Travel Concierges' favorite cities to visit and things to do in the Sunshine State!

Leeanne Roberts
"When visiting Daytona Beach, the Chart House is a must-do restaurant in a beautiful marina. It is a good idea to stay at an Ocean Walk hotel. The Hilton Ocean Walk is perfect. If you have a big group going, and everyone drives, pack plenty of beach games(bocce ball) is a huge favorite here with the large flat area on the beach. Plenty of room to play.

Siesta Key is one of the most beautiful soft, white-sand beaches to visit. The sand is so white it looks like snow. You must park away from the beach & walk-up, but it is worth it! It has a small-town vibe with lots of beauty. You will not want to leave the beach. You will need to take your own chairs. Some days they do huge sandcastle building competitions. The Daiquiri Deck is a great place to try fun flavor daiquiris. There is a seafood & music festival going on this weekend."

Kelly Swisher-Brown
"Marco Island Marriott offers an adult-only option. Naples is close by with shopping, Botanical Gardens, and great local restaurants."

Nicole Autry
"I loved The Ritz in Sarasota. It's on the bay but they have a transfer to their Beach Club with really beautiful pools and of course their famous beach service. There is a tiki bar and full restaurant with private beach access. You can also walk to a few cute restaurants or take a 10-minute car ride to St. Armands."

Shannon McCauley
Sanibel and Captiva Island are wonderful places in Florida to plan a vacation! It is one of our family's favorite destinations to relax and rejuvenate. The most popular activity in Sanibel is shelling. I have actually gone early morning before the sun is fully up, walked into the ocean up to my shoulders, and used my feet to find really big (whole!) shells in the sand! Doc Ford's Rum Bar & Grille is excellent for a nice meal, and The Bubble Room is a fun kitschy dining option known for their huge homemade cakes - so save room for dessert!


If you are thinking about taking some time off for a much-deserved vacation, contact us and we can assist you with all the ins and outs to create a stress-free getaway! ​​