It's Taylor Swift's birthday! Here's 13 reasons why she should celebrate her birthday in Florida next year

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It's Dec. 13, which isn't just a normal day — it's Taylor Swift's birthday.

The global popstar is turning 34 years old, celebrating her birthday while wrapping up a monumental year with beginning her sold-out world tour to being named Time Magazine's "Person of the Year."

While the popstar has kept her actual birthday plans under tight wraps so far, she did post a heartfelt message to fans this morning about her concert film "Taylor Swift: The Eras Tour" hitting streaming services. And also joked about her use of emojis.

But what if she decided to spend her birthday somewhere unexpected? Somewhere she has some connections to but hasn't been to since, let's say, April 15 of this year? What about … Florida?

If Swift decided to spend her birthday in the Sunshine State, Floridians would be eager to stand in the hallway with a big cake. Here's 13 reasons why she should head here next year for her birthday.

We house a large portion of her fanbase, so she'll be in good company

Why not spend her birthday in the state where she has built the largest relationship with? According to data, so to speak.

A report from sports betting website Betway revealed back in September that Florida houses the most Swifties, according to annual Google search results per capita. Florida makes 5.5 million yearly searches about Taylor Swift. That's roughly 81,910 searches per 10,000 residents.

Her boyfriend Travis Kelce has his own place here

Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, left, and singer Taylor Swift leave Arrowhead Stadium after the Chiefs game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023, in Kansas City, Missouri.
Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce, left, and singer Taylor Swift leave Arrowhead Stadium after the Chiefs game against the Los Angeles Chargers on Sunday, Oct. 22, 2023, in Kansas City, Missouri.

Or maybe she should spend her birthday on a romantic getaway with boyfriend, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce. If she's not already doing so this year.

Luckily, he has another residence that could be perfect for a getaway. Travis owns a luxury Orlando condo with brother, Philadelphia Eagles Center Jason Kelce, and his mother, NFL favorite icon Donna Kelce.

Records show that almost the entire Kelce family is on the deed, with the matriarch listed first and Travis and Jason as remaindermen.

The luxury condo is in the picturesque neighborhood of Baldwin Park in Orlando. Formerly the site of a sprawling Naval Training Center, it is roughly four miles from the downtown area and is known for its tranquil way of living.

According to the Sun, the 1,434-square-foot home has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. The kitchen also features an island, stainless steel appliances and wood cabinets. The condominium was built in 2005. There is a wrap-around balcony to enjoy the Florida weather.

And her father also lives here too

Not only can the popstar celebrate her 35th birthday with her boyfriend, but she can add a stop to her dad's place.

According to AP reports, Scott Swift owns a $4 million penthouse condo at the Vinoy Place Towers in St. Petersburg. The penthouse encompasses the entire top floor of one Vinoy tower and includes 5,359 square feet, three bedrooms and three full baths.

She can visit where her grandmother, Marjorie, was married in South Florida

With songs like "Marjorie" and "Timeless" that tug on the heartstrings of listeners, Swift might want to revisit the places that are synonymous with her grandmother, American opera singer and television personality Marjorie Finlay.

Marjorie married Robert Finlay, president of Raymond Construction Company, on March 22, 1952, in Palm Beach. According to Swift's Wiki, the pair moved to Cuba and then relocated to Puerto Rico, where they had Swift's mother Andrea Gardner Finlay in 1958.

After wrapping up her world tour in Canada, she can relax on the beach

The popstar ends her critically acclaimed "Eras Tour" in November of 2024 at Toronto's Rogers Centre. Once she ends her nearly 18-month tour, she can finally relax along the state's 825 miles of sandy beaches.

Speaking of beaches, she can end her birthday by standing in a nice dress, staring at the sunset

The cover of "1989 (Taylor’s Version)" by Taylor Swift. The rerecorded version of her 2014 album includes five vault songs.
The cover of "1989 (Taylor’s Version)" by Taylor Swift. The rerecorded version of her 2014 album includes five vault songs.

Florida is known for its spectacular, enchanting sunsets that you can only witness in your wildest dreams. The Pennsylvanian can live out some of her most vivid, iconic lyrics while taking in the state's coasts.

She can cash in on her Disney+ partnership by stopping at Disney World

Swift will sing the entirety of the 'Folklore' album for the first time ever.
Swift will sing the entirety of the 'Folklore' album for the first time ever.

You know the "Folklore: The Long Pond Studio Sessions" that Swifties still obsess over? It's on Disney+ and if you do some insane mental gymnastics, you can just say Taylor Swift is a Disney princess.

By that logic, Swift is overdue to a trip to the theme park and there's no better way to celebrate your birthday than at the "Happiest place on Earth." She last visited Disney in 2013 when she went to Disney's Hollywood Studios with friend and fellow singer, Ed Sheeran.

Plus while she's there, she can meet her Disney Doppelgänger if she hasn't already — the older sister animatronic "Patricia" during the final Carousel of Progress scene.

Dr. Swift can guest lecture at one of the many classes being taught at UF

No one wants to spend their birthday in school but considering Swift spent her 33rd birthday in the studio, she probably wouldn't mind it.

The University of Florida's Honors Program is offering a new course in the spring, "Musical Storytelling with Taylor Swift and Other Iconic Female Artists." The course will be taught by Melina Jimenez, an associate instructional professor at the university.

Swift can take fans through a personal deep dive of her work, from early iconic hits like "Tim McGraw" and "Love Story" to the cult anthems of "Anti-hero" and "All Too Well (10 Minute Version) (Taylor's Version)."

She can join Swifties on the “In My Cruise Era …” cruise themed in her honor

What's a Taylor Swift cruise without Taylor Swift? Okay, she most likely not want to spend her birthday trapped on a boat with a bunch of screaming fans, it just would be cool if she made an appearance!

The “In My Cruise Era …” is a Taylor Swift-themed cruise that is set to launch from Florida in 2024.

She would have to spend her birthday a little early, as the cruise leaves for the Bahamas the day after Swift's final show of her three-day stop in Miami, departing from the Port of Miami on Oct. 21, 2024. But she can relax by the pool with a themed-Marg. Or bond with Swifties by making friendship bracelets or winning at trivia about herself.

Swift can spend Friday the 13th in the "Psychic Capital of the World"

Cassadaga a few days before Halloween, Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021.
Cassadaga a few days before Halloween, Thursday, Oct. 28, 2021.

Swift can take full advantage for when her spooky Friday the 13th birthday rolls around next year by visiting Cassadaga.

Roughly 50 miles away from Orlando (and Kelce's condo), the small town is known for having many psychics and mediums. Some who even claim they can communicate with the dead.

She can visit the Victorian-style shops along the oak tree lined streets and grab some crystals or have a "Folklore" inspired photoshoot in the fairy gardens. Maybe a trip to the spiritual site will inspire some interesting new lyrics for Swift's 11th album.

Or she can become 'Bejeweled' at St. Augustine's 'Night of Lights' display

Nights of Lights runs well into January in St. Augustine.
Nights of Lights runs well into January in St. Augustine.

Not up for embracing the "Friday the 13th" element? She can instead head a little over an hour north to St. Augustine for it's world renowned "Nights of Lights" display, where the city's historic, Spanish Colonial architecture is set aglow in one of the most breathtaking displays of holiday lighting in the world.

According to its website, the lights adorn the city's downtown sidewalks to the rooftops, over the Bridge of Lions, along historic buildings, public spaces, hotelsrestaurants, and inns throughout approximately 20 blocks of the Nation’s Oldest City’s historic district.

The display has been highlighted by HGTV and National Geographic.

The queen of cats herself can hike Florida's trails to spot our native (big) cats

Florida Atlantic student Jacob Askin's two-year quest to see a Florida panther came true when he came face-to-face with one of the state's big cats in September 2023.
Florida Atlantic student Jacob Askin's two-year quest to see a Florida panther came true when he came face-to-face with one of the state's big cats in September 2023.

We all know Swift loves her Scottish Folds, Meredith and Olivia and her Ragdoll cat, fellow "Person of the Year" cover tar Benjamin Button. I'm sure she'd love to add a Florida panther to line-up.

Only joking (Swifties and FWC, don't send any angry emails) but Swift has been outspoken about her love of cats and nature, so why not give Florida's hiking trails a chance while it's cooler out. While she's out enjoying the weather and ecosystems, she might spot a native cat, such as:

  • Bobcats

  • Panthers

  • Jaguarondis

Or if all else fails, she can check out one of our many zoos. Plenty of cats there!

She can dine in one of the top 'Foodie cities'

Swifties know that the star can easily add "award-winning baker" to her staked accolades, already taking Tumblr by storm when she posted her chai sugar cookie recipe.

Since it's her birthday, she won't need to do any baking. The popstar can instead opt to dine in one of the top "foodie cities" in America, three of which happen to be in Florida. According to WalletHub, a personal finance company, these are some of the top cities for dining:

  • Orlando (#1)

  • Miami (#4)

  • Tampa (#6)

This article originally appeared on Fort Myers News-Press: Taylor Swift turns 34. Should she celebrate in Florida in 2025?