Scenic & Secluded: Kauai, Hawaii<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/kauai-700x420.jpg?v=d90d2ffda43bcf5f51680113623d1d78\")
<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nMany of us instantly think of Hawaii when the idea of a tropical vacation comes up \u2014 and you\u2019ve got plenty of options when it comes to Hawaiian islands, from the Maui to Oahu. But if you\u2019re looking for something a little more secluded, try Kauai<\/a>. Nicknamed \u201cThe Garden Island,\u201d Kauai is renowned for its pristine natural beauty; the lush scenery here is often almost too beautiful to be believed. The beaches are legendary, too, of course. Find a sandy spot on the crescent shaped Poipu Beach Park<\/a> and keep an eye out for and majestic humpback whales, usually in the area December through April. <\/p>\n\n\n\nTropical Adventure:<\/strong> Kokee State Park<\/a> boasts 45 miles of hiking trails, letting you get way off the beaten path on your tropical escape. It\u2019s a flora and fauna wonderland. During your trek, you\u2019ll see dazzling wildflowers and an array of Hawaiian forest birds.<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere To Stay:<\/strong> We mentioned Poipu Beach above. Marriott\u2019s Waiohai Beach Club<\/a> puts you just steps from the sand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nCoastal Delights & Beachside Nightlife: Playa Jac\u00f3, Costa Rica<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/playa-jaco-700x420.jpg?v=4c4b4a403eab65944cffded8d809902e\")
<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nJust a short drive from the Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), Playa Jac\u00f3<\/a> is Costa Rica\u2019s most popular tropical beachside destination. And once you\u2019re there, it\u2019s easy to see why. The beach is lively and lovely \u2014 and despite its popularity, there\u2019s plenty of space to spread out. Moments away from the sand, Playa Jac\u00f3 also is home to a thriving nightlife scene if that\u2019s what you\u2019re after. Restaurants, dance clubs and cocktail lounges are around every corner. <\/p>\n\n\n\nTropical Adventure:<\/strong> The nearby Carara National Park<\/a> is an outdoor adventure playground. Across this teeming nature reserve, you\u2019ll encounter rare species (like the endangered scarlet macaw) and have the chance to go ziplining, horseback riding, and much more. <\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere To Stay:<\/strong> Marriott Vacation Club at Los Sue\u00f1os<\/a> is a tropical dream come true, set amidst a verdant forest and featuring easy access to an 18-hole championship golf course. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nCrystal Clear Waters & Island Luxury: The Bahamas<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/bahamas-700x420.jpg\")
<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nWith 16 islands and 100,000 square miles of astonishingly clear ocean, the Bahamas<\/a> is a favorite Caribbean getaway for travelers who have had enough of snow and cold. A day in the Bahamas can go from snorkeling amidst colorful tropical fish at Cabbage Beach to a shopping spree in the vibrant capital city of Nassau, from indulgent spa treatments to gourmet Japanese cuisine at Nobu Restaurant<\/a>.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\nTropical Adventure:<\/strong> If you\u2019re up for an extraordinary scuba adventure, try Dean\u2019s Blue Hole<\/a> on Long Island. This is one of the deepest underwater caverns in the world and divers flock there to experience its calm, clear waters, and astonishing marine life. <\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere To Stay:<\/strong> Just steps from the sandy shores of Cabbage Beach, the luxurious Paradise Island Beach Club<\/a> gives you front row seats to some of the Caribbean\u2019s most spectacular sunsets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\nBaja BFF Escape: Cabo San Lucas<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/blog-origin.redweek.com\/content\/uploads\/2022\/02\/cabo-san-lucas-700x420.jpg?v=27073869fdd211e609bb441ca1081deb\")
<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nIf you\u2019ve been thinking about a vacation with old friends, consider Cabo San Lucas<\/a>. Located on the southernmost tip of Mexico\u2019s Baja peninsula, it\u2019s well-known for its thrilling nightlife scene. But you can also get away from it all easily, whether you\u2019re exploring a hidden gem beach or taking an off-road desert expedition. <\/p>\n\n\n\nTropical Adventure:<\/strong> One of Baja\u2019s signature sights is the stunning Arch at Land\u2019s End, a majestic rock formation. To enhance your experience, rent a kayak and take to the water for a closer look at this one-of-a-kind natural attraction.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\nWhere To Stay:<\/strong>Grand Solmar Land’s End Resort<\/a> is the ideal Cabo San Lucas resort, with downtown nightlife, shopping, and dining moments away at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
<\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\nMany of us instantly think of Hawaii when the idea of a tropical vacation comes up \u2014 and you\u2019ve got plenty of options when it comes to Hawaiian islands, from the Maui to Oahu. But if you\u2019re looking for something a little more secluded, try Kauai<\/a>. Nicknamed \u201cThe Garden Island,\u201d Kauai is renowned for its pristine natural beauty; the lush scenery here is often almost too beautiful to be believed. The beaches are legendary, too, of course. Find a sandy spot on the crescent shaped Poipu Beach Park<\/a> and keep an eye out for and majestic humpback whales, usually in the area December through April. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Tropical Adventure:<\/strong> Kokee State Park<\/a> boasts 45 miles of hiking trails, letting you get way off the beaten path on your tropical escape. It\u2019s a flora and fauna wonderland. During your trek, you\u2019ll see dazzling wildflowers and an array of Hawaiian forest birds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Where To Stay:<\/strong> We mentioned Poipu Beach above. Marriott\u2019s Waiohai Beach Club<\/a> puts you just steps from the sand. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Just a short drive from the Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO), Playa Jac\u00f3<\/a> is Costa Rica\u2019s most popular tropical beachside destination. And once you\u2019re there, it\u2019s easy to see why. The beach is lively and lovely \u2014 and despite its popularity, there\u2019s plenty of space to spread out. Moments away from the sand, Playa Jac\u00f3 also is home to a thriving nightlife scene if that\u2019s what you\u2019re after. Restaurants, dance clubs and cocktail lounges are around every corner. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Tropical Adventure:<\/strong> The nearby Carara National Park<\/a> is an outdoor adventure playground. Across this teeming nature reserve, you\u2019ll encounter rare species (like the endangered scarlet macaw) and have the chance to go ziplining, horseback riding, and much more. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Where To Stay:<\/strong> Marriott Vacation Club at Los Sue\u00f1os<\/a> is a tropical dream come true, set amidst a verdant forest and featuring easy access to an 18-hole championship golf course. <\/p>\n\n\n\n With 16 islands and 100,000 square miles of astonishingly clear ocean, the Bahamas<\/a> is a favorite Caribbean getaway for travelers who have had enough of snow and cold. A day in the Bahamas can go from snorkeling amidst colorful tropical fish at Cabbage Beach to a shopping spree in the vibrant capital city of Nassau, from indulgent spa treatments to gourmet Japanese cuisine at Nobu Restaurant<\/a>.<\/strong> <\/p>\n\n\n\n Tropical Adventure:<\/strong> If you\u2019re up for an extraordinary scuba adventure, try Dean\u2019s Blue Hole<\/a> on Long Island. This is one of the deepest underwater caverns in the world and divers flock there to experience its calm, clear waters, and astonishing marine life. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Where To Stay:<\/strong> Just steps from the sandy shores of Cabbage Beach, the luxurious Paradise Island Beach Club<\/a> gives you front row seats to some of the Caribbean\u2019s most spectacular sunsets. <\/p>\n\n\n\n If you\u2019ve been thinking about a vacation with old friends, consider Cabo San Lucas<\/a>. Located on the southernmost tip of Mexico\u2019s Baja peninsula, it\u2019s well-known for its thrilling nightlife scene. But you can also get away from it all easily, whether you\u2019re exploring a hidden gem beach or taking an off-road desert expedition. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Tropical Adventure:<\/strong> One of Baja\u2019s signature sights is the stunning Arch at Land\u2019s End, a majestic rock formation. To enhance your experience, rent a kayak and take to the water for a closer look at this one-of-a-kind natural attraction.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n Where To Stay:<\/strong>Grand Solmar Land’s End Resort<\/a> is the ideal Cabo San Lucas resort, with downtown nightlife, shopping, and dining moments away at all times.<\/p>\n\n\n\nCoastal Delights & Beachside Nightlife: Playa Jac\u00f3, Costa Rica<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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