Page 24 - DreamScapes Magazine | Winter 2024/2025

A Serene Escape to
MARTIN COUNTY
BY STEPHANIE GRAY
yet it’s easily accessible—just 40 min-
Martin County feels like a world away,
utes from Palm Beach International
Airport and about two hours from
Miami and Orlando.
Whether you’re seeking a seaside retreat,
nature encounters or a family vacation, Martin
County has got you covered this winter.
Beach Lovers Rejoice
Forget the crowds around the neighbouring hubs
and revel for relaxing days on Martin County’s
uncrowded sandy shores, where you can pick a
beach and take a dip in the ocean. The area’s
building height restrictions mean your views are
never obstructed as you’re looking out to the
sparkling sea. To boot, the beaches are free.
Endless Outdoor Adventures
With five state parks, two aquatic preserves and
one of the most biodiverse estuaries in the
Northern Hemisphere, there’s no shortage of fun
on and off the water. The area is also home to
the award-winning “Explore Natural Martin”
ecotourism program. Inquire about free guided
ecotours like sea turtle beach walks and birding
adventures.
Fun for Families
There’s always something to keep the kids enter-
tained. Families can explore nature together at
Jonathan Dickinson State Park for hiking, kaya-
king and wildlife spotting. Quaint downtown
areas like Stuart have that “Old Florida” feel with
locally owned shops, ice cream parlours and kid-
friendly eateries.
Prepare to be enchanted by this naturally
beautiful destination for an escape you’ll be sure
to remember.
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TRAVEL PLANNER
Start planning your winter getaway today at
sunshineforcanadians.com
PHOTOS: COURTESY OF MARTIN COUNTY