Skip fall foliage and chase sunshine at these tropical escapes

Fall gets a lot of love from people celebrating the cooler temperatures, changing leaves, and spooky stories. But if you’re a summer-always type of person, you might dread the change of season (and the even colder days ahead). The good news? There are plenty of destinations where you can bypass the classic fall vacation for a warm and tropical autumn getaway. Think endless beaches, warm breezes, swaying palm trees, and sunny skies.

And, bonus: Crowds tend to be smaller and prices are usually lower in these locales during the fall. You do have to take hurricane season into consideration for many of these destinations, which runs until the end of November. But if you plan accordingly, you can enjoy an amazing tropical fall escape with the whole family or just the grown-ups. Here are my picks for tropical vacation spots ideal for visiting this time of year.

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