{"id":6671,"date":"2025-05-16T13:44:07","date_gmt":"2025-05-16T18:44:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/guides\/?p=6671"},"modified":"2025-05-16T14:14:22","modified_gmt":"2025-05-16T19:14:22","slug":"miami-weekend-getaways","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.miamiherald.com\/guides\/travel\/miami-weekend-getaways\/","title":{"rendered":"Jump Off From Miami With These Budget-Friendly Weekend Getaways"},"content":{"rendered":" <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Miami is forever on island time, but who doesn&#8217;t appreciate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/click-8841803-15042831?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FKey-Largo-Hotels-The-Pelican-Key-Largo-Cottages.h6839376.Hotel-Information&amp;sid=mcc-pm-mh-budgettravel\">a weekend trip<\/a>? Whether that means the beach, sporting events or exploring the culture and cuisine of another city, it&#8217;s always nice to get a change of scenery. But which trips from Miami are budget-friendly?<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To find out, we spoke to JP Mancini, the Owner and President of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdoqocy.com\/click-8841803-15733841?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.tripadvisor.com%2FAttraction_Review-g34345-d23787388-Reviews-SeaEO_Luxury_Boat_Charters-Key_West_Florida_Keys_Florida.html&amp;sid=mcc-pm-mh-budgettravel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">SeaEO Luxury Boat Charters<\/a>, who focuses on helping travelers discover affordable ways to explore South Florida \u2014 and he had quite a few ideas.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;With its vibrant culture, tropical climate, and easy access to nearby destinations, Miami is the ultimate launchpad for affordable weekend getaways,&#8221; he tells Miami Herald. &#8220;Whether you&#8217;re staying local or island-hopping, there&#8217;s no shortage of fun and budget-conscious ways to explore the best of South Florida and beyond.&#8221;<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-miami-area-day-and-overnight-trips\">Miami-area day and overnight trips<\/h3> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Water Adventures: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kqzyfj.com\/click-8841803-15042831?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FBiscayne-National-Park-Florida.d3000381695.Vacation-Attraction&amp;sid=mcc-pm-mh-budgettravel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><strong>Biscayne National Park<\/strong> <\/a>is less than 90 minutes from downtown Miami. This is a great option for kayakers, snorkelers, and boaters.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Save some money by packing a picnic, and bringing your own gear to save on rentals,&#8221; Mancini says. &#8220;From here, you can explore coral reefs, mangroves, and shipwrecks without spending much more than the cost of gas.&#8221;<\/p> <p class=\"has-black-color has-custom-background-dark-gray-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-13176a401efb618c5b442d5ec62da3ea wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where to Stay:<\/strong> Forget hostels and budget motels \u2014 the <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdoqocy.com\/click-8841803-15042831?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FMiami-Hotels-Entrance-To-The-Florida-Keys.h90904165.Hotel-Information&amp;sid=mcc-pm-mh-budgettravel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Historic Hotel Redland<\/a> <\/strong>is quintessential mom-and-pop lodging. It was built in 1904 and has a great martini bar, a restaurant and live music on the weekends&#8230; all for about $80 per night.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Affordably Historic: <\/strong>For more of a road trip (plus a ferry or sea plane), adventurers and historians alike love <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dpbolvw.net\/click-8841803-15042831?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FDry-Tortugas-National-Park-Key-West.d6091118.Vacation-Attraction&amp;sid=mcc-pm-mh-budgettravel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><strong>Dry Tortugas National Park<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Once there, you will be able to enjoy pristine beaches, the rich history of Fort Jefferson,&#8221; Mancini said. &#8220;And it has some of the clearest snorkeling the U.S. has to offer. This can be had for a fraction of the cost of most Caribbean resorts.&#8221;<\/p> <p class=\"has-black-color has-custom-background-dark-gray-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-b0e87bce27b859e85df96d5a17bbeed0 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where to Stay<\/strong>: About a mile from the Dry Tortugas National Park ferry is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tkqlhce.com\/click-8841803-15042831?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FKey-West-Hotels-The-Southernmost-Inn-Adults-Only.h4280752.Hotel-Information&amp;sid=mcc-pm-mh-budgettravel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><strong>Southernmost Inn<\/strong><\/a>. It&#8217;s a historic building that was once a cigar factory, and has since been restored into an inn. For just $100 a night it has a pool and shaded patios&#8230; but take note, it&#8217;s adults-only.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Amazing Islamorda: <\/strong>Just an hour outside Miami is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kqzyfj.com\/click-8841803-15042831?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FIslamorada.dx10768&amp;sid=mcc-pm-mh-budgettravel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><strong>Islamorada<\/strong><\/a> and the Upper Keys. The town has great restaurants and clear ocean water \u2014 all for a super low cost.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;There, you can discover world-class fishing, quaint beachside caf\u00e9s, and crystal-clear waters without the Key West price tag,&#8221; Mancini tells us. &#8220;A day on the water with a group fishing charter or a BYOB sandbar cruise offers luxury on a budget.&#8221;<\/p> <p class=\"has-black-color has-custom-background-dark-gray-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-47e690db8b908e18d36433113ed75b09 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where to Stay: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/click-8841803-15042831?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FKey-Largo-Hotels-The-Pelican-Key-Largo-Cottages.h6839376.Hotel-Information&amp;sid=mcc-pm-mh-budgettravel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Pelican Key Largo Cottages<\/a> <\/strong>give you a little more space for large groups or families. It has beach access, kayaks, BBQs and a fishing dock. Less than $150 per night for all that is a great deal.<\/p> <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-international-flavor-without-breaking-the-bank\">International flavor without breaking the bank<\/h3> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Rich Culture<\/strong>: Even though the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kqzyfj.com\/click-8841803-15042831?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FDominican-Republic.dx50&amp;sid=mcc-pm-mh-budgettravel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Dominican Republic<\/strong><\/a> isn&#8217;t \u2014 say \u2014 a boat ride away, it&#8217;s easily accessible from South Florida with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.jdoqocy.com\/click-8841803-15042831?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2Flp%2Fflights%2Fmia%2Fsdq%2Fmiami-to-santo-domingo&amp;sid=mcc-pm-mh-budgettravel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">short direct flights that can be under $100<\/a>. And the experience is truly next-level.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Santo Domingo offers rich colonial history and culture at wallet-friendly prices,&#8221; Mancini tells us. &#8220;Punta Cana gives travelers access to picturesque beaches and low-cost resorts perfect for a quick escape.&#8221;<\/p> <p class=\"has-black-color has-custom-background-dark-gray-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-9e3e27b25725ce31df4c80fd8653cd3b wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where to Stay<\/strong>: In Santo Domingo, enjoy the many amenities at the<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kqzyfj.com\/click-8841803-15042831?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FSanto-Domingo-Hotels-Dominican-Fiesta-Hotel-Casino.h1439712.Hotel-Information&amp;sid=mcc-pm-mh-budgettravel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Dominican Fiesta Hotel<\/a><\/strong> for just $88 per night. It includes access to a gym, spa, restaurant, pool and hot tub. Or if you&#8217;re visiting Punta Cana, try the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.anrdoezrs.net\/click-8841803-15042831?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FPunta-Cana-Hotels-Sol-Caribe-Suites-Pool-And-Beach-Club.h110819677.Hotel-Information&amp;sid=mcc-pm-mh-budgettravel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><strong>Sol Caribe Suites<\/strong><\/a>. It&#8217;s a short walk to the beach and costs less than $100 per night&#8230; sold.<\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>International Vibes Without the Passport<\/strong>: Yes, we know <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dpbolvw.net\/click-8841803-15042831?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FPuerto-Rico.dx148&amp;sid=mcc-pm-mh-budgettravel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\">Puerto Rico<\/a><\/strong> is a U.S. territory. But Mancini argues it feels like an international getaway \u2014 without requiring a passport for U.S. residents. In San Juan, visitors can enjoy the rich Spanish colonial history, Caribbean beaches, and lively nightlife. <\/p> <p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#8220;Budget airlines frequently fly from Miami, and affordable stays, especially in Old San Juan or nearby beach areas, make this a great choice for a cultural escape that\u2019s easy on the wallet,&#8221; Mancini says. <\/p> <p class=\"has-black-color has-custom-background-dark-gray-background-color has-text-color has-background has-link-color wp-elements-a46a5b6ef736b9497bc5c92c299afb48 wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Where to Stay: <\/strong>The Tuscan-style <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tkqlhce.com\/click-8841803-15042831?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.expedia.com%2FSan-Juan-Hotels-Canario-Boutique-Hotel.h12635.Hotel-Information&amp;sid=mcc-pm-mh-budgettravel\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener sponsored nofollow\"><strong>Canario Boutique Hotel<\/strong><\/a> is situated in San Juan&#8217;s vibrant Condado neighborhood. Within close proximity to local beaches, bars, restaurants and museums, it&#8217;s in a great location with an outdoor pool, 24-hour concierge access and laundry. Although the price depends on the season it&#8217;s around $100 per night, which is great either way.<\/p> ","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Great budget-friendly weekend and day trips you can take from Miami <\/p> ","protected":false},"author":40,"featured_media":6684,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[17,3,14],"tags":[94,52,79],"class_list":["post-6671","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-experience","category-travel","category-accommodation","tag-shop","tag-shopping","tag-travel"],"acf":{"external_author":[5256],"external_editor":5724,"not_show_feature_image":false,"credits_feature_image":"Rebecca Perlmutter\/Miami Herald","extra_featured_images":"","title_related_topics":"Related Topics","manual_articles_related":null},"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.7 (Yoast SEO v27.7) - 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