Winter Vacation Ideas

I've been trying to decide on a vacation for my fiance and I for sometime now but I can't seem to decide on a trip. I'm looking to spend anywhere between $800-$1600 for the hotel and flight and I've been thinking of going somewhere in Florida or Mexico. Anyone have any good suggestions for a Jan/Feb trip?

Costa Rica. My wife and I went to the Milarepa Hotel back when we were dating, and it was our first trip together, and it was awesome. Bungalows right on the beach with open air bathrooms. Amazing food. Best sushi I've ever had

Costa Rica's a great choice. Another is the Florida Keys. Key Largo on the eastern side is extremely scenic and relaxed. It's very close to the Everglades (fan boat tours), has some of the best scuba diving in the world, and if you like to fish they've got great charter trips. Key West on the western side gives you more nightlife and excitement. There are other islands in between. Depending on the type of vacation you're looking for (relaxed vs action-packed/partying), there's a Key up your alley.

What about Cancun? I doubt it's infested with the kids for beach week and stuff. Don't know if it gets cold there or not, but I've heard it's really nice.

Thanks for the help guys, has anyone ever been to the Sea of Cortez in Mexico? I read somewhere that there is cactus growing on the beach. Seems like that would be pretty cool.

Schneed to answer your question I'm looking for more of a relaxed/romantic type of vacation. The florida keys looks like it would be an awesome vacation.

There are some real cheap cruises this time of year to the Carribean. Good value and incredible water and beaches.
Schneed is right. The Keys (and there are many) is the Carribean of the US. The diving in the state park in Key Largo is incredible. Key West is like another country. NO worries if you have not been before, as very friendly people run the diving bus......and none of that "open water" sh..
Welcome to John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park - Key Largo, Florida Keys (http://www.pennekamppark.com/)

The Keys are incredible. Drove from Maryland to Key West on my honeymoon and had such a blast in Key West that we've been trying to get back ever since.

If you're into the big scene and want to party it up, I'd recommend staying directly in Key West (My wife and I stayed at Lighthouse Court (http://www.historickeywestinns.com/properties/lighthouse/lighthouse_court.htm), directly behind Ernest Hemingway's house...when you look at the link, the picture that comes up, our room door is the one on the right hand side near the pool...it was very quiet there, even though it was pretty full). If you want something a bit more quiet, check out Big Pine/Lower Keys or Marathon (http://www.fla-keys.com/). One of the daily things to do in Key West is the Sunset Celebration at Mallory Square. Definitely check out the sunset cruises, they are a lot of fun.

You can do a 7 day cruise in the Caribbean in your price range. The one place I've always wanted to go to is Cabo San Lucas.

What's the closest airport to the florida keys?

How to travel to Key West - Air Flights, Car Rentals, and Ferries. (http://www.keywesttravelguide.com/key-west-travel.html). Never been to the Keys but everyone who has been there says it is awesome . Miami is cool , not sure about what kind of " party " / Rest you two are looking for . Congrads and have fun .

Miami is probably the best priced major airport for K West. KW has an airport but I do not know how many major airlines if any go in there. If price is a consideration, stick with Miami. Key Largo is maybe an hour +- from Miami. KW in about 4 hours from Miami with the others located somewhere in between. The drive is great as much of it is over incredible water.
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