sNOw thank you: 3 warm weekend getaway ideas
It only takes a few days of scraping ice off your windshield and removing snow from your car to realize that you’ll do just about anything to escape the cold. The sad truth is the cold isn’t going anywhere anytime soon, but you could be. With these three affordable and warm destination vacations, you can remember what it feels like to wear shorts and have the sun beam down upon you, if only for a few blissful days.
A Stay In The Sunshine State
Book your flight through Allegiant Air where you can find tickets for two passengers to Orlando in the $250 range; just make sure you account for luggage and carry-ons in advance because their policy tends to nickel-and-dime you.
The first day in Orlando can be spent venturing off the tourism grid by checking out the Tibet-Butler Preserve to take in the scenic sights of Florida’s wetlands and wood flats.
Next, you should hit up the Mennello Museum of American Art which is always offering events that show off the local arts, entertainment, food, and booze scene.
Day two of the adventure will be spent making an hour and a half drive to Tampa for the day where you can explore the 7venth Sun Brewery (not to be confused with Seventh Sons), or set up shop in a bar near the beach for a cheap afternoon.
Round out your final day in Florida with a trip back to Orlando for some light adventuring and treat yourself to an upscale meal at The Oceanaire Seafood Room.
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Beer And Couch Surfing In Las Vegas
A cheap flight to Vegas often boils down to getting lucky and checking for last minute flights, but by using the CouchSurfing app, you can almost completely eliminate your hotel budget. CouchSurfing connects you with pre-approved hosts in the area who are willing to let you crash on their couch for a few nights for free with the caveat being that you will also allow travelers to crash on your couch back at home when they come through. There is plenty of details on the website for all your questions, but most importantly is you’ll be able to get to know your host through their in-depth profiles as well as a messaging system before arriving to their home.
As for your quick stay in Vegas? Go crazy, it’s Sin City after all. The Fremont Street Experience offers free shows with visually stunning light shows coupled with music, and oftentimes they host free concerts on one of their three stages. Or if gambling is more your speed, try to check out the older downtown casinos like The Golden Nugget with relatively low buy-ins so you can keep the “complimentary” drinks coming.
Everything Is Warmer In Texas
Prices for a flight to San Antonio run in the $250 range, but that’s per person rather than for two passengers, so keep that in mind when booking. Once you’re in Texas, however, you have plenty to do.
If you’re looking for some trendy shopping, the San Antonio Riverwalk is something akin to The Short North where you’ll find attractions, dining, nightlife, and boutiques all along the river bank. Events also take place on the river like the Parade Of Lanterns.
While in San Antonio, you’re only an hour and a half drive away from Austin where you can spend the day on the water for a stand-up paddle board adventure, or really dive into Austin’s weirdness with their indoor skydiving experience. There’s also a Top Notch Hamburgers in Austin for all my Dazed and Confused fans out there.
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