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Florida Destination Named Top Glamping and Camping Spot

Author Anne Erickson
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While travel season is usually in the summer, the holidays obviously bring a lot of travel to America and places around the world. That said, it’s not surprising that there’s an uptick in resort bookings over the holidays. Well, one Florida destination has been named a top glamping and camping spot in America.

The list comes from Good Housekeeping‘s new 2024 Family Travel Awards. Of the awards, Good Housekeeping states, “Our team of travel agents, editors, engineers, scientists and product analysts thoroughly evaluated each submission, focusing on attributes such as quality, convenience, value, sustainability, inclusivity and more.” They also “enlisted the help of over 100 travel testers to try out the gear and services while visiting cities, resorts, attractions and other destinations to help us choose these standout winners.”

Top Glamping and Camping Spots in America

So, which Florida destination was named the top glamping and camping spot in America? It’s Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo in River Ranch, Florida. Good Housekeeping makes it sound delightful, too. “At Westgate River Ranch Resort & Rodeo, families can stay in an air-conditioned Conestoga wagon that offers the comforts of home (phew, there’s a bathroom with a shower) plus a personal concierge,” they explain. “No sleeping bags for you: This wagon includes a king bed with luxe linens, a bunk bed and pull-out couch, plus musts for picky eaters like a mini fridge and microwave.”

What’s cool is that they only highlights three glamping and camping spots in America, so the fact Florida made the cut is special. The other two that made the list are Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resorts, which are throughout North America, and The Resort at Paws Up, Greenough, Montana. They call the latter, “A deluxe all-inclusive, The Resort at Paws Up sweeps families off their feet with the most high-end glamping experience that you could imagine — plus over 70 different activities to try.” Find the full list here.

Florida Has One of the Best Winter Getaways in the U.S.

  • 5. Savannah, Georgia

    If you’re looking for a mild getaway, Savannah, Georgia, is a great choice. It’s pretty mild in the winter, so not too cold or too hot. The Historic District is a popular winter vacation spot, too.

    Visit Savannah

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  • 4. Asheville, North Carolina

    The beautiful area of Asheville, North Carolina, has plenty of gorgeous snowfall, and it’s less dangerous than many other areas with snowfall. Lately, Asheville has one up in population, but it’s still a popular tourist destination. One choice spot is the French Broad River, with lots of winter activities, breweries and restaurants.

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  • 3. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

    If you want to enjoy a winter vacation and learn about history, Philadelphia is a great vacation spot. Sure, it’s won’t be like sunny Florida. But, Philly has lots of great museums and historical spots to enjoy indoors, while staying toasty.

    VISIT PHILADELPHIA | Visitphilly.com

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  • 2. Traverse City, Michigan

    I know what you’re thinking. Why go to Michigan in the winter? Well, if you love snow, then it’s worth the trip. Traverse City, Michigan, is a quaint town, but it’s big enough to have lots of things to do and places to stay. It’s also cold in the winter but not as cold as, say the Dakotas.

    Traverse City Hotels, Events, Restaurants & Things to Do

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  • 1. Key West, Florida

    If you want to get away from the snow and ice, go to Key West, Florida. It’s considered one of the finest tropical spots in the U.S. during the winter months. Soak up the sun and have a margarita, because why not?

    https://keywest.com/

Anne Erickson started her radio career shortly after graduating from Michigan State University and has worked on-air in Detroit, Flint, Toledo, Lansing and beyond. As someone who absolutely loves rock, metal and alt music, she instantly fell in love with radio and hasn’t looked back. When she’s not working, Anne makes her own music with her band, Upon Wings, and she also loves cheering on her favorite Detroit and Michigan sports teams, especially Lions and MSU football. Anne is also an award-winning journalist, and her byline has run in a variety of national publications. You can also hear her weekends on WRIF.

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