Enjoy a fix of vitamin D at Wayside Park. Once you've worked on your tan, hang around and watch the sky change color as the sun slowly disappears.

Guess what? It doesn't cost a thing to enter Wayside Park in Pensacola. But your adventures don't have to end at this stretch of coastline. Nearby attractions like Gulfarium Marine Adventure Park, Destin Harbor Boardwalk and HarborWalk Village also make for an enjoyable day out.

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Florida Hotel & Conference Center in the Florida Mall

$215

per person

Jan 9 - Jan 12

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Roundtrip flight included

Boston (BOS) to Orlando (MCO)

9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,232 reviews)

Great location, Justine at front desk was super nice. Having the mall just there is a great plus. We spent a great night, it was super quiet at night. Clean, well organized, etc. this is our new go to hotel for our Orlando getaways!

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025

Hawks Cay Resort

$1,263

per person

Feb 7 - Feb 14

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Roundtrip flight included

Boston (BOS) to Miami (MIA)

8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)

Amazing for young families! Heading back again!

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

Westgate Palace Hotel / Universal / I-Drive

International Drive District

$559

per person

Feb 20 - Feb 27

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Boston (BOS) to Orlando (MCO)

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,085 reviews)

Yes room was very nice and staff was super polite and helpful

Reviewed on Nov 22, 2025

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