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 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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This is where wild manatees come to spend the winter months. You can even go swimming with them!
This "Before I Die..." Wall has lots of good bucket list ideas!
Dry Tortugas Island is 70 miles west if Key West. famous for its birds and marine life as well as legends of sunken ships....

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 Alys Beach or Rosemary Beach.

Rosemary 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
French Quarter featuring heritage architecture, a city and street scenes

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
Fort Walton Beach which includes 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
Okaloosa Island featuring a 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 which includes general coastal views and a coastal town

Seaside

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

Seaside
Kompose Boutique Hotel

Kompose Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
965 University Pkwy Sarasota FL
The price is HK$922 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
HK$922
HK$1,136 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Sarasota. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (5,125 reviews)
Much better than I expected. I read the reviews and saw the pictures and I was expecting it to be pretty much average as a hotel can be. It was very unique with its own vibe. My only complaint would be the water closet design. Toilet and shower are separated by a wall, but share a single sliding ...

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Kompose Boutique Hotel
The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach

4 out of 5
Miracle Strip Parkway Southeast, 1500 Fort Walton Beach FL
The price is HK$1,090 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
HK$1,090
HK$1,515 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Fort Walton Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,975 reviews)
The property was more run down than the pictures they provide online. The staff was quite unhelpful with any questions I had, they often told me to go find someone else to help. The google chrome cast on the tvs was very difficult to get to work as well - but that could have just been a me ...

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

The Island Resort at Fort Walton Beach
Hotel Tampa Riverwalk

Hotel Tampa Riverwalk

4 out of 5
200 N Ashley Dr Tampa FL
The price is HK$1,558 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
HK$1,558
HK$1,782 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tampa. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
7/10 Good! (1,812 reviews)
Bathroom and walls a little dingy

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Hotel Tampa Riverwalk
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.
Sailport Waterfront Suites

Sailport Waterfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2506 N Rocky Point Dr Tampa FL
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Tampa. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (4,950 reviews)
The location is great, the room worked well for us, but the service is lacking. No housekeeping service in 5 days. When I requested sheets, I had to go get them. When I requested soap and clean towels, I had to go get them, too. Again, good place but the first place Ive ever stayed that had no ...

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Sailport Waterfront Suites
Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa

4 out of 5
77 11th St N St. Petersburg FL
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in St. Petersburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, valet parking (surcharge) and a picnic area. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (738 reviews)
Very nice, convenient location. Close to good restaurants. Very easy check in process. Not the most comfortable bed or pillows. We had a water leak coming up from the floor and someone came and changed out the rug but it was soaked again in a very short period of time.

Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026

Mint House St. Petersburg Downtown by Kasa
California Building

California Building

4 out of 5
1111 Tulane Ave New Orleans LA
Stay at this aparthotel in New Orleans. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Canal Street and Caesars Superdome are ...
9/10 Wonderful! (123 reviews)
Yes, nice amenities and convenient location to go around town

Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

California Building
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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