Key West, FL

Looking for a Caribbean vibe without even leaving U.S. soil? Key West in Florida has always been considered a key destination point by those who don’t want to shell out on international travel for a sunny vacation.

Don’t worry about missing out on events during the winter months. Here’ temperatures remain in the 70s while your home town will be covered by several inches of snow, so there’s no need to postpone community activities and wait for summer to roll by.

The Key West Food and Wine Festival is a great excuse to try out delicious foods and sophisticated wines with friends or family.

Meanwhile, the Old Island Days Art Festival is perfect for folks who would like to get in touch with their artistic side. There’s also the Key West Half Marathon which brings people in from various surrounding areas.

The Smathers and Fort Zachary Taylor are favorites among locals and tourists alike, where you can take long walks and bask in the sun all day long in between surfing. Once the evening rolls around make sure to visit Mallory Square or Duval Street, known for fun musicians and fantastic bars.