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Florida Resort Has One Of The Best Indoor Pools In The U.S.

Author Jeff Gorra

Just because the colder winter months are around the corner, it doesn’t mean the swimming has to stop. This is the time of year when travelers seek out locations with indoor excursions. To plan for this, Trivago recently named the ten resorts with indoor pools, and a Florida location was named. 

“No matter if you’re a couple looking for a relaxing romantic getaway or a family looking for space for kids to splash around and burn off some steam, you’ve met your match in these indoor pools,” Trivago says.

Regardless of season, indoor pools at resorts can be really fun. It’s the adventure within the adventure. Kids can’t drop their bags and change into their swimsuits quick enough to hit the indoor pool. For adults, floating in the chlorinated water immediately washes away your worries. Then, when there’s a hot tub attached, there may not be a reason to ever leave the hotel.

The resort in Florida that was recognized for having one of the best indoor pools also has a magnificent golf course. In fact, this oceanfront course was designed by Jack Nicklaus.

Hammock Beach Resort And Spa

“Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa is situated on a stunning stretch of unspoiled beach along the Atlantic Coast in Palm Coast, Florida,” Hammock Beach Resort and Spa explains. Here, there are two pools to enjoy. The outdoor space is the fantasy pool complex that includes a twisty waterslide, a sand space for kids to play in, and a lazy river to float down.

The indoor pool is situated in a quieter space. You will find two hot tubs attached and semi-private garden. In addition, this area has leisure games such as foosball.

At the South Ocean Tower there is an elevated hidden pool that overlooks part of the golf course. In fact, this spot just reopened earlier this month.

Florida Has 2 Of The Most Beautiful Bridges In The Country

According to Infrastructure Report Card, there are 617,000 bridges in the United States. Outlets such as Attractions of America and Mr. Hudson have each come up with lists of the most beautiful bridges. Two of them call Florida home.

A bridge can be a historical landmark in addition to a pathway that connects communities. Certain bridges, like the Golden Gate in San Francisco, draw thousands of tourists each year. People plan trips around visiting this site and taking in its incredible views. Unsurprisingly, the Golden Gate Bridge is either #1 or #2 on each of the aforementioned lists.

The bridge that it shares the top spot with is famous for its ability to walk or bike over. The Brooklyn Bridge connects Brooklyn Heights to Manhattan via six lanes. Many charity-driven bike rides also cross here as it offers unique perspectives into New York City without any tollways.

Florida Bridges

In Florida, American Road and Transportation lists over 12,000 bridges in the Sunshine State (though not all of them are in functional condition). There are two however, that stand above the rest. One is architecturally astounding. The other feels like a gateway into a mysterious paradise.

“American bridges are often designed with looks to match their engineering ingenuity,” Mr. Hudson explains.

What’s fascinating about bridges in America, is they are constructed of different materials and serve different purposes. For example, the final and tenth selection in Attractions of America’s feature is the Benson Bridge, Multnomah Falls, in Oregon. This is a foot traffic bridge that is only 45 feet long. It allows visitors to walk 105 feet above the Lower Multnomah Falls cascade

Let’s take a look at the two most beautiful bridges in Florida.

 

  • Sunshine Skyway Bridge, Tampa

    Connecting St. Petersburg to Terra Ceia, this bridge is 4.1 miles long. This stunning bridge over Tampa Bay is often lit up with colors that highlight the skyline. Furthermore, since 2018, there has been a Skyway 10K race that closes the bridge each year.

    Sunshine Skyway Bridge crossing Tampa Bay in Florida with a beach in the foreground.

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  • Seven Mile Bridge, Florida Keys

    This two-lane bridge is technically part of Route 1. It’s a magical gateway into the Florida Keys. Mr. Hudson points out, “the Seven Mile Bridge usually has space for sightseers to park up and admire the Florida Keys.” In 1982, a heavy renovation made the lanes wider, allowing for a safer and more comfortable drive. The last annual seven-mile bridge run took place this past April.

    Overseas Highway Seven Mile Bridge Traffic at Sunrise, Florida Keys

Jeff Gorra is a Boston-based writer who has been with Beasley Media Group since the beginning of 2023. He writes about restaurants and food, as well as sports and rock music. His experience also includes show hosting and in-depth creative writing in rock and reggae dub music. Jeff’s an avid surfer, New York Giants, and Pearl Jam fan, however, if you make unforgettable pizza, he is sure to find you.

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