There is something about a hotel that transports you to another time that makes a getaway even more memorable, especially when that destination combines nostalgia, comfort, and a little bit of fun. For my husband, Sebastian, and me, Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort has become one of those places we genuinely look forward to visiting whenever our travels take us to Orlando. Inspired by the colorful architecture and carefree vacation culture of the 1950s and 1960s, the resort offers a playful escape from everyday life, complete with retro décor, inviting accommodations, and enough activities to make spending time at the hotel just as enjoyable as exploring the nearby theme parks.

You do not need a boarding pass to enjoy the golden age of travel at Maria & Enzo’s. Located inside a former airline terminal reimagined with 1930s glamour, this Disney Springs restaurant pairs big Italian flavors with an equally big setting.

Sometimes, the best getaway does not require a flight, an elaborate itinerary or even a full week away. Sometimes, one night near the ocean with a close friend is enough to help you reset.

There are anniversary trips, and then there are anniversary trips where champagne is waiting, flowers are delicately placed around the room and bath bombs practically beg you to cancel your plans, fill the tub and forget that the outside world exists.