Gulf of Mexico

Travel Guide

The crystal clear waters of the Gulf of Mexico surround Civil War Historic Fort Jefferson in the Dry Tortugas
The crystal clear waters of the Gulf of Mexico surround Civil War Historic Fort Jefferson in the Dry Tortugas
The famous pink lakes of Mexico, Rio Lagartos. A magical sight! Pink waters and blue sky, It was like sunset reversed; a feast for eyes! There are plenty of colorful salt lakes near Las Coloradas/Rio Lagartos in the Yucatan peninsula. It is just 2 hours drive away from Chichén Itzá and around 3 hours from Cancun. Public transport is scarce in this part of Mexico. 
We took a rental car and it was an easy and comfortable journey for us :) Once we reached Las Coloradas, we were welcomed by giant white salt mountains. After driving around the salt mountains for some time, we finally found someone local who took us to this beautiful private salt lake. 
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All graves are above ground in New Orleans because the city is build on a swamp and water levels are too high to bury coffins six feet under, making for some particularly gorgeous cemeteries.
This is where wild manatees come to spend the winter months. You can even go swimming with them!

Where to stay in Gulf of Mexico

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Rosemary Beach

Rosemary Beach is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Rosemary Beach or Alys Beach.

Rosemary Beach
French Quarter showing a city, street scenes and heritage architecture

French Quarter

4.5/5(151 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and great live music, there's plenty to explore in French Quarter. Check out top attractions like Bourbon Street and Canal Street, and jump on the metro at Dumaine St Station or Ursulines Ave Stop to see more of the city.

French Quarter
Okaloosa Island featuring a sandy beach

Okaloosa Island

Okaloosa Island is known for its stunning beaches, and with sights like Okaloosa Island Beach and Fort Walton Beach Park, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Fort Walton Beach.

Okaloosa Island
Seaside featuring a coastal town and general coastal views

Seaside

Seaside is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Seaside Beach and Seagrove Beach West.

Seaside
Fort Walton Beach showing a sunset and a sandy beach

Seagrove Beach

5/5(1 area review)

Seagrove Beach is popular for its beaches, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Seaside Beach or Seagrove Beach East.

Seagrove Beach
R3YH4J Vacation townhomes, Seacrest Beach, Florida, USA

Seacrest

Seacrest is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Alys Beach and Seacrest Beach.

Seacrest
Bourbon Orleans Hotel

Bourbon Orleans Hotel

4 out of 5
717 Orleans St. New Orleans LA
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM600 per night from 18 Feb to 19 Feb
RM600
RM825 total
18 Feb - 19 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this historic hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the bar in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (4,020 reviews)
Enjoyed my time at the hotel. There was a problem with food that I had at the restaurant, but I couldn't address the problem cause they were closed when I checked out. However, the service by the staff was so exceptional, I decided to overlook the food problem.

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Bourbon Orleans Hotel
Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota

3 out of 5
4675 N Tamiami Trl Sarasota FL
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,250 reviews)
Easy booking, great rate, room was very clean. Good stay overall.

Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Golden Host Resort - Sarasota
Ramada by Wyndham Tampa Westshore Airport South

Ramada by Wyndham Tampa Westshore Airport South

3 out of 5
1200 N Westshore Blvd Tampa FL
The price is RM302 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
RM302
RM343 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tampa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.2/10 (3,887 reviews)
Room was clean. The property needs some remodeling. Staff was nice

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Tampa Westshore Airport South
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Sunset Vistas Two Bedroom Beachfront Suites

Sunset Vistas Two Bedroom Beachfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
12000 Gulf Blvd Treasure Island FL
Stay at this beach condo in Treasure Island. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, a beach locale and 2 hot tubs. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3,443 reviews)
Clean, spacious & everything I was looking for at my home away from home. We even got stranded because of the ice/snowstorm heading back to Michigan but they made sure we kept our room the next day. Truly felt like I was a part of a community. Thanks everyone at Sunset Vistas Beach Resort

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Sunset Vistas Two Bedroom Beachfront Suites
California Building

California Building

2 out of 5
1111 Tulane Ave New Orleans LA
Stay at this hotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Canal Street and Caesars Superdome are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (63 reviews)
The staff gave warm Hospitality very kind words, the room is in excellent condition very clean, even the staff for valet parking was so sweet bringing our car and putting it back every time we left and came back! I am looking forward to my visit and stay here! Thank you all! Have A Blessed Wonderful ...

Reviewed on 29 Jan 2026

California Building
Sailport Waterfront Suites

Sailport Waterfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2506 N Rocky Point Dr Tampa FL
Stay at this aparthotel in Tampa. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (4,890 reviews)
The pool and outside amenities are great. Right on the water. Our room was spacious for a family of 4 and clean. When we wnt in for the night, we ended up seeing and killing several roach bugs in the kitchen. Talked to the front desk. Told us they could give us a new room or loose our money and leave. ...

Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Sailport Waterfront Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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