Brenham, in Washington County, has wineries and antique stores. You can also visit Lavender farms. Tour Blue Bell Creameries factory and sample the ice cream. Step back into the past at a living history farm and the cotton gin museum.

You're on island time the moment you set foot in Jamaica. Ocho Rios, a port of call for many cruise lines, also boasts some of the most luxe resorts and spas in the Caribbean. And once you've had your stresses melted away in the island sun, you can head out for a night of dancing and reggae music.