Orlando-Walt Disney World
#3 in Best Weekend Getaways in the South
Walt Disney World Resort has served as a weekend retreat among Floridians for decades thanks to its convenient location in the center of the state. Though you won’t be able to enjoy everything the area has to offer in just one trip (Disney encompasses four theme parks and two water parks, while Universal Orlando Resort features fun all its own), a weekend getaway to Orlando still promises a great time. If you’d like to squeeze in activities away from than the parks, spend a few hours shopping at the Orlando International Premium Outlets.
St. Augustine
#4 in Best Weekend Getaways in the South
As the oldest continuously occupied European settlement in America, St. Augustine, Florida, offers plenty of historical sites to explore – plus beaches, bars and restaurants. Spend the weekend strolling up and down St. George Street, stopping along the way to browse its boutiques and dine at local eateries. Then, pay a visit to Castillo de San Marcos National Monument, a Spanish fort dating back to the 1600s. Other traveler-approved attractions include the St. Augustine Lighthouse & Maritime Museum and St. Augustine Distillery, which is praised for its handcrafted local spirits.
