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Even Florida residents like to break from routine and play tourist every now and then.
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My family loves a staycation, says Christina Nicholson, a Floridian family and lifestyle blogger atChristina All Day.
Nicholson resides in Wellington with her husband and three kids.
Its one of my familys very favorite spots in Florida.
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Best of all, accommodations include everything from typical lodge rooms and cottages tocovered Conestoga wagonsand luxe teepees.
Im not going to lie, Im with them it really was a lot of fun.
Theres also two tennis courts, a basketball court, watersports, and a daily discovery camp.
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The critters featured in the stories are even part of an eco-themed scavenger hunt at the kids club.
TheJW Marriott Miami Turnberry Resortwas a blast when we stayed, Nicholson says.
Access to the Tidal Cove Waterpark made the weekend my kids favorite getaway.
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Its right off downtown Naples, with its wonderful shopping and dining.
Youre not on the beach here, but I never miss it.
We love strolling right out from the hotel to enjoy downtown attractions, including the newSt.
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Pete Pierand the awesomeSaturday Morning Market.
We love staying right on the water in the two-story villas, she shares.
It feels like summer camp for the whole family.
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We settle in and make the two-bedroom suites with full kitchens and huge balconies our own, Ward says.
We loved our stay, Nicholson shares.
The green waterslide was a big hit with my kids.
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Kids go crazy for the water park, pools, and nine restaurants.
(Theres an on-site marina, too, if you want to keep boating on the agenda.)
And for such a trip, you cant ask for better amenities than those offered atConrad Fort Lauderdale Beach.
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At bath time, guests can request baby bath products, a tub, and a kneeler.
Its a getaway the whole family will want to repeat.
Plan a dinner at the resorts fine-dining restaurant, Knife & Spoon, which recently got a Michelin star.
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Beach Place Guesthouses, Cocoa Beach
Looking for a place with a few less frills?
Consider the family-friendly, resort-styleBeach Place GuesthousesonCocoa Beach, which offers suites with full kitchens.
You might even catch a rocket launching from Port Canaveral or sea turtles hatching while strolling the beach.
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