Florida Is Filled With The Best Destinations For Snowbirds

In the northeast, this is the time of year when residents start to get ready to escape the cold. It's inevitable, right around the corner from the holidays comes those winter temperatures. StorageCafe recently detailed the best destinations for "snowbirds" this year, and eight of the top ten destinations were in Florida.

"Snowbirds" refer to those people who take flight to escape the winter conditions of the northern cold climate in an attempt to seek comfort in warmer conditions. Typically in the United States, this means going down to the southern region of the country. However, StorageCafe has explained that the term "snowbird" is now expanded, given the normalcy of working from home. The remote option has inspired the growth of "zoombirds." This is significant because it further enables the option to set up shop wherever you see fit.

Many northerners traditionally have their winter home in states like Florida, where they can avoid the snow and enjoy the outdoor options. Then, they return north typically, from May through October. Yet, from mid-2020 on, snowbirds realized that can move down south, and well, just stay there. StorageCafe wanted to examine the best places for snowbirds to retreat. "We wanted to determine which cities offer the best bang for the buck for snowbirds and zoombirds alike, the places that check all the lifestyle boxes while also taking into account the affordability aspect."

In total they analyzed 215 cities, looking at 12 different criteria areas. Here are the Florida destinations that finished as the best landing spots for snowbirds.

The top spot went to Venice, Florida. "It excels in several other categories, including the share of housing units for seasonal use (87%), golf courses (it is the 5th best among the cities analyzed for golfers), as well as its health sector," StorageCafe explained.

Outside of Florida, Mission, Texas (#6) and Apache Junction, Arizona (#7) scored favorably for snowbirds as well.

Christmas is a special time of year, filled with fun, friends and family. The holidays are also a great time to travel. Also, if you're really in the festive spirit, why not travel to see one of the most iconic Christmas trees in America? Here are some of the most iconic Christmas trees that always draw a crowd, and for good reason. They're simply spectacular. Oh, and one Florida tree is on this list, because it's really that awesome.

Before we get into some of the smaller, yet still fantastic, Christmas trees across America, let's look at the big two. The White House Christmas Tree, Washington, D.C. is really the quintessential Christmas tree for America. The White House Christmas Tree is simply iconic. It's a representation of the holidays in the U.S. Each year, the White House staff displays the tree in the Blue Room. Lots of decorating goes into it, too. What's more, as for this year's tree, a press release explains, "Christmas tree growers Amber Scott and Alex Church, Cline Church Nursery, Fleetwood, NC waited for the arrival of special guests from our nation's capital who were sent to select the 2023 White House Christmas tree."

Also, the Rockefeller Center Christmas tree in New York City is iconic. Next to the White House Christmas Tree, the Rockefeller Center in New York City is the next most iconic Christmas tree in America. Each year, the selected tree towers over New York City, placed right in the Rockefeller Center. Furthermore, it's definitely one of the most iconic Christmas trees in America.

So, what are some of the other most iconic Christmas trees in America? Read on for the list. What's your favorite holiday display and Christmas tree? Reach out to us on social media with your picks for all things Christmas. Happy holidays.

Boston is a major city, and it needs some major holiday spirit in December. Also, the Christmas tree at the Faneuil Hall Marketplace is simply dazzling. While you're there, shop, eat and enjoy other activities. Find more information via this link.

https://faneuilhallmarketplace.com/

If you're looking for a beautiful, old-fashioned Christmas tree, look no further than Perkasie Borough, Pennsylvania. What's more, the spot says they host America's oldest community tree lighting ceremony, and it draws a huge crowd every year. For more information, go here.

https://perkasieborough.org

The Atlanta airport is one of the busiest airports in the world. After all, it's a Delta hub. Each holiday season, travelers come through this airport, so they also deck it out with a great, festive Christmas tree.

The Christmas season in Detroit always starts with the Detroit Tree Lighting at Campus Martius Park, presented by Downtown Detroit Partnership and DTE Energy Foundation. The ceremony always takes place the Friday before thanksgiving. Find more information here.

The 100 foot Christmas Tree on Delray Beach is always exciting. Moreover, Santa helps light the tree every season. What's more, it's been going on for 30 years. Find more information here.