Gulf Coast
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Where to stay in Gulf Coast
Rosemary Beach
Experience European Colonial charm in this Gulf Coast community, offering warm waters, beach activities, and a mixed-use town center with shops, restaurants, and live music at Peddler's Pavilion. Explore nearby parks and trails for a dose of nature.
French Quarter
Historic buildings and lively atmosphere entice tourists and locals alike, offering live music, street performances, and vibrant nightlife. Must-see spots include Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, and Café du Monde.
Seacrest
Seacrest is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Alys Beach and Seacrest Beach.
Seagrove Beach
Travelers come to Seagrove Beach for its beaches, and you can see top attractions like Seaside Beach and Seagrove Beach East while you're in town.
Seaside
This unincorporated area on Florida's Panhandle boasts a Seaside Farmers Market and a picturesque interfaith chapel. Explore the town center and stroll along pedestrian alleys radiating from the heart of the community.
Okaloosa Island
A noteworthy feature of Okaloosa Island is its stunning beaches. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Okaloosa Island Beach and Princess Beach.
Palmetto Beachfront Hotel, a By the Sea Resort
The room is super outdated and smelled of old seafood. Couldn't even stay but was still charged for 1 night. I walked in and turned around at the door and was still charged. I would not recommend this hotel to anyone
Reviewed on 2026/4/30
Club Quarters Hotel Downtown, Houston
Hotel is in a good location. The building is definitely dated. It is obvious they try to maintain it the best they can. The only complaint was the smell perhaps due to the pet policy. However, for the price it was tolerable.
Reviewed on 2026/4/30
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Pools were definitely the high light! Great location
Reviewed on 2026/4/30
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort
There was a lot to do, but it was so spread out and getting around was difficult. Unless you want to walk a ton of miles, you need to take a shuttle to get to places which takes like 20 min for 2 miles with al the stops
Reviewed on 2026/4/24
Club Destin Condos
Everything was great
Reviewed on 2026/4/30
Tropical Beach Resorts
BEWARE! The pictures you see of the beach are not what you get. We were there for four days and two of them, the seaweed was a foot high, hot and smelly and went into the water so you couldn’t just step over it. I told the front desk, they said I was the first person to mention it (I find that VERY ...
Reviewed on 2026/4/30
Popular places to visit
Gulf Shores Beach
Nothing says vacation like spending a lazy day at Gulf Shores Beach, a popular beach in Gulf Shores. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this relaxing area.
Port of Tampa
Explore the waterfront in Tampa with a trip to Port of Tampa. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
Exotic animals and thrill rides all on the one site at this theme park and zoo designed for the whole family.
Bourbon Street
The birthplace of jazz is a vibrant city boulevard where the history and music of New Orleans comes to life.
Canal Street
Start your exploration of New Orleans with the many attractions on this buzzing pedestrianized street, which is located right in the heart of the downtown area.
Siesta Key Beach
The soft, white sand on Siesta Key’s award-winning family-friendly beach is perfect for relaxing under a sun umbrella and taking part in a game of volleyball.
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- Port of Tampa
- Busch Gardens Tampa Bay
- Canal Street
- George R. Brown Convention Center
- South Padre Island Beach
- MD Anderson Cancer Center
- Daikin Park
- Lido Beach
- Caesars Superdome
- Tampa Riverwalk
- Florida State University
- John's Pass Village & Boardwalk
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- National World War II Museum
- Toyota Center
