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When people hear the name Florida they think of several things. Disney World. Miami Beach. Key West. Universal Studios Florida. South Beach. The Everglades. Oranges. And the best part about Florida is that every single one of these things is true. The state is literally jam-packed with things to do all year round, from some of the best beaches on the planet to some of the most amazing fruits and climate. Regardless if you hit the forested sub-tropical northern section of the state, or the beach-lined coastal regions of the Florida panhandle, be prepared to be amazed.
While it's… read more true that Florida is a popular tourist destination, especially due to places like Disney World, Sea World, The Kennedy Space Center, and Daytona International Speedway, it's not just about the tourist traps. There are several national parks and plenty of backwoods areas that tourists never see, which gives you the opportunity to either experience the Florida that every other tourist explores on a yearly basis, or the chance to have your own personal experience within the state. With places like Miami and Orlando to start off in if you dig the tourist vibe, The Everglades National Park or the Ocala National Forest offer visitors a chance to see a different side of the state than the movies and television shows always show you.
Florida is a unique blend of American, Caribbean, and Cuban culture. The mixture is intoxicating, and absolutely breathtaking. From the cuisine to the nightclubs, the sandy beaches and the surfing or the utter luxury of an island adventure, there is plenty for the sightseer to catch a glimpse of in Florida. However, knowing when the hurricane season is will determine whether or not you get to see any beach time or not, so plan around it. Bring your appetite and a sense of adventure because The Sunshine State is waiting for you.
When someone mentions Orlando, you probably already have Mickey Mouse wandering through your head, and an undulating rollercoaster shooting in one ear and out the other. This sunny corner of …
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Technically a barrier island connected to the mainland by a series of bridges, Miami Beach is nevertheless a city all by itself. It has stood as one of the premier beach resorts in the United…
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The palm-strewn South Florida city of Miami is hardly a chip off the American block. With a refreshingly alternative and at times bizarre take on life that makes it an unerringly interesting …
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Kissimmee is a rural community located to the southwest of downtown Orlando.
Until recently, Kissimmee was a rather residential community that bordered on St. Cloud, another rural central …
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Once renowned as the definitive party capital for students on spring break (at least for those not off to Mexico), Fort Lauderdale has shaken off its beer-swilling image and graduated into a …
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The southernmost tip of the United States (okay, so we’re choosing to excuse islands such as Hawaii, but you get the point), Key West is pointedly quirky, full of the kind of characters tha…
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As one of America’s biggest draws when it comes to beach holidays, Tampa Bay is a massive vacation hotspot, with plenty of sun and a party atmosphere that prevails throughout the year and k…
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Jacksonville, Florida is located on Florida's First Coast and is the largest city by area not only in northeast Florida, but in the entire continental United States. Jacksonville has a wealt…
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A small city on the coast of Northern Florida, just a short distance outside of Jacksonville, Saint Augustine stands apart as one of those coastal destinations in the US which has a decidedly…
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When you hear the words Daytona Beach, three things probably come to mind right away...Spring Break, Bike Week and NASCAR auto racing. Daytona Beach is so much more! Daytona Beach is the per…
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Destin is well known for it's amazingly beautiful white sand beaches located right on the Emerald Coast.
The beaches aren't only a fabulous place to sunbathe, swim, snorkel, and fish, but …
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Fort Myers, population 48,000 plus as of 2000, is the county seat of Lee County, Florida. Established in 1886, it is the gateway to the Southwest Florida region, which is a major tourist des…
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Panama City Beach is a popular destination for beach-goers from around the Southeast US. Known as the "Redneck Riviera" to some, PCB offers all ranges of accommodation, restaurants, clubs and…
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Pensacola is proud of its rich heritage, historically significant events, and landmarks.
We recently marked our 450th anniversary. In celebration, we hosted the king and queen of Spain, th…
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Characterized by quaint sidewalk cafés, bricklined walks and six blocks of unique boutiques, shops, art galleries and dozens of excellent restaurants along Hollywood Boulevard and Harrison S…
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Sarasota is a beautiful beach-front city, laid-back and chock full of elderly retirees. But don't let that fool you. There are plenty of things to do for the younger crowd.
Vacations in …
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Saint Petersburg, locally known as St. Pete, is the largest city in Florida's Pinellas County and makes up a significant component of the Tampa Bay Area, sitting at the entrance of the Bay an…
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West Palm Beach is the largest city in Palm Beach County, the northernmost of the tri-county area that makes up South Florida (the other two being Broward County and Miami-Dade County). It's …
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Cocoa Beach is a city in Florida. It is a favorite vacation spot for American and International travelers. The city is famous as the setting of the popular 1960s TV show I Dream of Jeannie.
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A great place for lovers of water sports and abounds with things to do. Located in the Florida pan handle by the Gulf of Mexico, Panama city is blessed with tons of sun, turquoise water, and …
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Melbourne is the place to stay when you prefer to stay away from the hussle and bussle of the big city. Minutes from the beach. Melbourne is located 30 minutes south of Kennedy Space center. …
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Davenport is a small community in Polk County, Florida. It has recently seen new developments such as a golf course, residental housing, leisure park, shops, restaurants and bars as the area …
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Ocala is a city in Marion County, Florida. As of 2006, the population recorded by the U.S. Census Bureau was 52,488. It is the county seat of Marion County, and the Primary City of the Ocala,…
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Located in the heart of Florida's Gold Coast the City of Pompano Beach is the year round home to 104,402 residents. During season (September through March) the number swells to nearly 150,00…
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Boca Raton is a peaceful, affluent community on the southeast coast of Florida, about half an hour from Ft. Lauderdale and a little over an hour from Miami. It is famous for its pink and yell…
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South Beach is the section of Miami Beach, Florida that encompasses the southernmost 23 blocks of an island separating the Atlantic Ocean and Biscayne Bay.
Today, the South Beach section o…
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Welcome to the friendly city, Bradenton Florida. Enjoy the gorgeous sunshine as it beats down upon your shoulders. Let your eyes wander to the beautiful Manatee River. Watch as the sun sets a…
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The largest recreational resort in the entire world, and the most visited as well, Walt Disney World Resort is located near Orlando, Florida, and is generally known simply as Disney World. In…
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Titusville is a small city in Central Florida along the 'Space Coast' of Brevard County. Titusville is the closest city and probably best base for Kennedy Space Center. It is home to the Spac…
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Dania Beach was the first city to be incorporated into Broward County, Florida back in the early 1900s. The city is located directly southeast of the Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood airport.
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Pensacola beach has the beautiful white sand beaches. Once you cross over the bridge to the beach, paradise awaits you. Make sure you park next to the Beach Ball water tower and hit the bea…
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… where the grass is greener.® That’s the official motto of Plantation, Florida. This city, where the population is nearly 90,000 as of July 2006 has grown consistently since the first…
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Palm Beach is an upscale community along the most eastern edge of Florida. Although the population is only 10,000 year round the seasonal high is much closer to 30,000.
This resort communit…
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