The vibrant clapboard Valentines Resort & Marina sits beachfront on Harbour Island, rated “best of” by Fodor’s, Frommer’s and The Travel Channel, famous for its three and a half mile stretch of pink sand. Inspired by classic Caribbean homes, exteriors are trimmed in white, with shuttered dormer windows and balconies or covered patios overlooking the sparkling pool, lush gardens and bustling marina. Inside your suite, fresh, welcoming décor invites (as do the sunken tubs in the marble bathrooms). Declare yourself off-duty for dinner and head for the Boathouse Restaurant, which specializes in classic local cuisine with a gourmet flair and stunning waterfront views. Pro tip for NFL fans: the games are on at the Rooster Tail Bar & Grill, so head that way for cocktails, light meals and plenty of trash-talking with fans of the opposing team. Up early? Head over to the Cocoa Coffee House on the second floor of one of the resort’s historic buildings for your choice of Starbucks or LavAzza coffee. Sip it inside or stroll the beach, admiring the finds of the early-bird shellers. Later, head out for some sport fishing – these waters are known for their impressive tuna, marlin and wahoo. Prefer to keep it low key? Plan to hit the spa, or find a Balinese lounger by the pool and don’t leave until it’s time to watch the sunset over the marina.