Tropical Resorts in the United States

Looking for a tropical beach vacation in the United States filled with warm, tropical weather, white sand beaches, turquoise blue waters and cloudless skies? Believe it or not, you don't have to go to Cancun to get all of this. Whether you're taking a vacation as a couple, family or a business trip, you're sure to find something whether you're looking for a relaxing and romantic getaway, a fun family trip of parasailing, snorkeling and golfing, or a business trip to satisfy any client, there's guaranteed to be a getaway for you right here within the borders.

Catalina Island

Situated off the coast of Southern California and 22 miles from Los Angeles, Catalina Island is a tropical getaway that's ideal for snorkeling, hiking, parasailing, kayaking, fishing or relaxing. Check out the Catalina Canyon Resort & Spa for a full-service resort experience. Catalina is known as the Island of Romance, but still offers plenty of family fun with miniature golf, museums, boating and tours.

Catalina Canyon Resort
PO Box 736
888 Country Club Drive
Avalon, California 90704
(310) 510-0325
www.catalinacanyonresort.com

Naples, Florida

Naples, Florida, welcomes you with cloudless skies, white sandy beaches and clear blue waters for a vacation filled with tropical beauty. For a full-service, peaceful spa resort that boasts exquisite dining and the ideal destination for golf, take a trip to the LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort. You're only steps away from golf outings, kayaking, sand castle building or sipping margaritas on the beach.

LaPlaya Beach & Golf Resort
9891 Gulf Shore Drive
Naples, Florida 34108
(239) 597-3123
www.laplayaresort.com

Myrtle Beach, South Carolina

Myrtle Beach is home to gorgeous white sand and clear water beaches for the optimal beach vacation. For a resort and spa built for adults and children, stay at The Breaker's Resort. It's perfect for romantic getaways and fun family outings, and is equipped with activities such as a lazy river, pools, water attractions, a full spa, and golf courses.

Breakers Resort
211 George Bishop Parkway
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 29579
(843) 236-7625
www.breakers.com

Article Written By Ginger Emme

Ginger Emme is a full-time freelance writer and blogger from Detroit, Mich. with a Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism and communications. She has been writing online professionally since 2008 and in late 2009 decided to take the plunge into a career of full-time freelance writing.

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