You’ve seen and heard it so much lately. Annual beach trips canceled, non-refundable deposits lost to the wind, a disappointed look on a friend’s face with a heavy sigh of “no vacation this year.” It’s true, times are tough, and sadly it’s not the best idea to find a flight to your favorite city for a vacation. Thankfully, Perdido Key isn’t just a vacation, it's an escape. An escape not only from the normal routines that keep us yearning for those sandy sunsets and lapping lines of saltwater, but an escape from the stresses that this year has brought to every one of us.

Let’s face it, you deserve a break. So why not treat yourself to a private condo, a secluded beach, and a first-class ocean sunset view?

Perdido Key translated from the Spanish for “The Lost City,” allows you to get away from the stresses of daily life and take a much-needed break. The 16 miles of white sand beaches look out on the clear blues of the Gulf Coast and silhouette the deep forest greens behind them, which cover over 60% of the intentionally undeveloped Key. It’s a perfect way to escape the crowds and immerse yourself in the abundance of nature that Perdido Key has to offer. Explore the national and state parks, the miles of hiking trails, spot the unique wildlife; and do it all in the comfort of remaining safe and living responsibly. Below are some of the beautiful natural activities that Perdido Key has to offer:

• Stargaze at Big Lagoon State Park
• Get a lay of the land from the 3-story Big Lagoon observation tower
• Go birding at Perdido Key State Park: Spot the local and seasonal visitors gliding the skies or lounging in the treetops
• Enjoy a nice walk down Perdido Key’s “Discovery Trail” boardwalk.

However you decide to immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the Gulf Coast, you can rest assured knowing that you won’t just be vacationing in style, you’ll be escaping for some well-deserved tranquility with safety at your side.

Stay happy. Stay healthy. Stay for a while in Perdido Key.

[Photo Credit: Big Lagoon State Park]