Seven Getaways to the Sunshine State

LaPlaya bespeaks posh and panache down to the smallest detail, note the Balinese-style spa, marble bathrooms and personalized beach butler service. With a coveted spot on the Conde Nast Traveler "Gold List," as well as being ranked no. 12 on their "Best U.S. Resorts List," the stylishly simple escape features crisp blue cabanas alongside cascading rock-waterfall pools, beach fire-pits, a thatched-roof tiki bar, beach butlers, ultra-exclusive David Leadbetter Golf Academy complete with the private 18-hole Bob Cupp designed golf course, exotic SpaTerre (salon and spa), delectable oceanside fine dining and "toes in the sand" dining at BALEEN, stunning "green flash" sunsets and more. For more information, call (800) 237-6883 or visit www.laplayaresort.com.

Little Palm Island Resort & Spa: Little Torch Key, Florida

Accessible only by boat or seaplane, Little Palm Island Resort & Spa, in the Lower Florida Keys, is located on a lush, 5.5 acre private island dotted with crushed seashell paths amid verdant tropical foliage. A best-kept secret for U.S. presidents and celebrities, each of the 15 spacious thatched-roof bungalows offer ocean views and plush interiors — providing the ultimate anonymity for the affluent. The award-winning Dining Room at Little Palm Island delights guests with a vibrant blend of French and Pan-Latin cuisine and features an ever-evolving menu. The resort’s signature spa, SpaTerre, incorporates the style and traditions of east and west cultures while promoting health, peace and relaxation through cross-cultural spa experiences. Best Available Starting Rate: $790/night Florida Resident Rate: 10% off nightly rate For more information, call Little Palm Island Resort & Spa at 1-800-343-8567 or visit www.littlepalmisland.com.

Ocean Key Resort & Spa: Key West, Florida

Nestled between Key West Harbor and Mallory Square, where historic Duval Street begins the old town experience is Ocean Key Resort & Spa. A dream escape to Key West, Florida, with 100 large rooms, views that inspire and energize and amazing cuisine, guests choose from a selection of desired suites with tropical views over Old Town, Mallory Square, or the pristine waters of the ocean. More than just another Key West Hotel, this beautiful island resort greets you with warm breezes and breathtaking views. Interiors boast shades of indigo, turquoise and lime green, and embrace the elegance of the West Indies, while still capturing the playfulness of the Florida Keys. Best Available Starting Rate: $395/night Florida Resident Rate: 10% off nightly rate Live to Play Another Day offer: Starting at $869/night; includes daily breakfast for two at Hot Tin Roof, one cocktail per person, per day at Liquid Lounge or Sunset Pier; daily “Rejuvenating Massage” for two with Isotonic B-12 vitamin shots; accommodations in Oceanview Boutique Suite. Package is subject to availability and blackouts. For more information, call Ocean Key Resort & Spa at 1-800-328-9815 or visit www.oceankey.com.

The Brazilian Court Hotel — Palm Beach

The iconic Brazilian Court Hotel invites Florida residents to indulge in the beauty of Palm Beach while enjoying an island vacation close to home. Beginning May 1, 2015 through Sept. 30, 2015, Florida residents will receive a special rate of 15 percent off, starting at $179/per night and including complimentary valet parking. Located in the heart of what is known as “America’s Riviera,” The Brazilian Court Hotel in Palm Beach resides just steps away from the luxurious, world-renowned shops of Worth Avenue and the sapphire waters and sugar-white sands of the Atlantic Ocean.

Pelican Grand Beach Resort, Fort Lauderdale Florida

With warm weather officially upon us, Pelican Grand Beach Resort cordially invites Florida residents to enjoy a coastal-chic beachfront experience at a special resident rate. Florida residents can enjoy an additional 15% off the best available rates. Adorning 500 feet of Fort Lauderdale’s pristine beachfront, the newly enhanced Pelican Grand Beach Resort couples Old Florida grandeur with seaside elegance to offer a beach-chic waterfront retreat. From watching stunning sunrises from private balconies, to enjoying culinary creations at OCEAN2000 Restaurant & Lounge and floating down Fort Lauderdale’s only lazy river, guests are surprised by the unrivaled location of this laid-back luxe resort set amongst the soothing sights and sounds of the Atlantic Ocean. For more information regarding Pelican Grand Beach Resort Resident’s Rate, please call 954-568-9431 or click HERE, for reservations call 800-525-6232. * Guest must present a current and valid Florida ID at check-in to receive promotion. —

Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate

Florida residents celebrate summer with Omni Orlando at ChampionsGate’s savings of 20 percent on luxurious accommodations, enticing families to enjoy vacations without busting the bank. An upscale, yet relaxed AAA Four Diamond golf resort and spa, Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate reflects understated elegance, sensible luxury and natural beauty. The resort is nestled just 10 minutes away from Orlando's theme parks but a world away from the hustle and bustle. From a family's first theme park adventure to a weekend full of golf games or a girlfriends' weekend getaway, Omni Orlando Resort consistently delivers a sophisticated, individualized experience that discerning travelers have come to expect from Omni Hotels and Resorts. With the “do-it-all, see it all” mentality in Orlando, Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate offers a remedy for vacation fatigue and “tourist overdose” – relaxation. Omni Orlando Resort at ChampionsGate offers 720 rooms surrounded by 1,200 acres of wetlands, the International and National golf courses, world headquarters of the David Leadbetter Golf Academy, professional-grade sports field complex, full service Mokara Spa, two heated outdoor pools and an 850-foot lazy river. The resort also features five diverse dining experiences from sushi and sake at Zen to the Italian herb garden and brick oven flatbread at Trevi’s. For more information regarding the Four-Diamond resort, please call 1-800-The-Omni or visit www.OmniOrlandoResort.com