Ever year my family and I spend Christmas in Florida – while it’s certainly no “White Christmas,” there is something to be sad for a relaxing, sun-drenched vacation over being really cold and dealing with snow! One of the main reasons I enjoy family holidays to florida is that our can enjoy the great weather outdoors – we go boating, fishing, kayaking, play tennis, and do tons of other things we otherwise wouldn’t get to do if it were cold out. This past year we caught a tuna, five snappers, and two mahi-mahis – try doing that ice fishing!
Another awesome thing about Florida is the wildlife you’ll see year round – seeing alligators and pelicans are very common, but if you go on a boat ride you’ll likely also see manatee and dolphins too!
Spending family holidays to florida
But perhaps even greater than the outdoor activities, wildlife, or shopping, is the awesome dining in Florida. If you’re a seafood lover, you’re going to be in paradise. Most of the fish & seafood you can find in restaurants is caught nearby, extremely fresh, and cooked to perfection. From all you can eat seafood buffets to high-end restaurants, you can pretty much eat seafood all day, every day, no matter what the occasion or what you’re in the mood for ambiance-wise. A lot of my favorite restaurants are along the water where you can watch boats pass by, often themselves carrying in a day’s catch of fresh fish.
Spending family holidays to florida
If you’re considering a holiday in Florida, there are a lot of choices on where to stay, and how to get there. Personally, on the Atlantic Coast I am partial to West Palm Beach or Miami, due to their vast selection of dining, nightlife & entertainment, cultural activities and awesome views of the ocean. In central Florida it is tough to beat Orlando with endless golf, amusement parks such as Disneyland and Sea World, and a whole host of other fun activities for the family. And on the Gulf Coast, do not miss Naples, FL if you are a golfer or shopper, as this ritzy area is a duffers delight.