Vero Beach boutique resort promotes car‑free family vacation

Costa d’Este Beach Resort & Spa in Vero Beach, Florida, offers guests a car‑free experience, providing complimentary beach cruiser bikes, on‑site dining, and free use of paddleboards, kayaks and boogie boards. The resort’s location in the heart of Vero Beach allows easy walking access to local restaurants, boutiques and the oceanfront park.

Author Sandi Schwartz, in her book *Finding Ecohappiness*, advises families on how to connect children with nature during road trips. She recommends scenic routes, cloud‑watching games, wildlife spotting and other activities that can reduce stress and improve emotional well‑being for kids.

Both pieces emphasize family‑friendly travel options that encourage outdoor engagement and reduce reliance on cars.