Florida for the winter?
I dodged the coldest winter I can remember since I was a kid in Detroit, Michigan! Since early January I’ve been spending my time in Southwest Florida near Naples. Even though I keep working, my days off are spent golfing and taking my dog to the beach. If you want to plan long-form travel to warm climates, use the button below for a complimentary consultation and let’s get started on your 2027 plan!
Luxury in Clearwater Florida
We decided to take a break from lovely Naples and visit my brother in Clearwater, Florida. To make it even more special we stayed at a beautiful resort on Clearwater Beach. I used my Virtuoso VIP access to book the Clearwater Beach Marriott Resort on Sand Key. You have this very same access - see my post from early February explaining how you have access to book Virtuoso properties. The resort was amazing on all levels: service, rooms, amenities, beach access, pool, resort activities and more. The room was spacious, spotless and had 180-degree views of dolphins in Clearwater Bay and Gulf of Mexico. Originally, we booked for one night, but it was so beautiful that we extended for another.
Be creative with your travel time
Push the boundaries on your travel time. Golf is great, yes, but adding excursions, weekends away and creative activities to long term stays will deepen your appreciation of the adventure. Cloudburst Travel Company excels at putting you into adventures you will remember for life. Spend some time looking over the website to see how we work, places we go.
Travel Spotlight for February 2026
Hacienda Itagracia in Costa Rica is offering a fourth night free plus a $1500 resort credit for excursions or spa treatments. Tucked into the foothills of the Talamanca Mountains near one of the world’s five Blue Zones, AltaGracia spans 180 acres of rainforest, coffee farm, and equine stables. It is designed for travelers seeking that rare balance of heart-pumping adventure and soul-stirring wellness.
surfing, rafting, and off-the-grid exploration
horseback riding and waterfall hikes
Holistic spa rituals, breathwork, and recovery
farm-to-table dining and deeply personalized itineraries
Rates are fully inclusive, covering:All meals + non-alcoholic beverages
Customizable dining experiences
Weekly wellness & adventure programming
Dedicated Compa (personal concierge)
Complimentary shared charter flights to/from SJO.
If you want to hear more about this property and brainstorm dates, email [email protected] or use the button below to schedule a fun 15–30-minute consultation - its complimentary. The property is suitable for groups too!
