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Florida, known as “The Sunshine State”, it is the most south-eastern state in the United States of America. Florida was the winter destination of the rich people from colder climates over a century ago and has been increasing in popularity ever since. Florida has a population of 17,019,068 and has the 4th largest state population in the United States. Popular attractions include the beaches and a number of theme parks.
Get in:
Florida's major cities are served by these busy airports:
- Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport
- Jacksonville International Airport
- Miami International Airport
- Orlando International Airport
- Palm Beach International Airport
- Southwest Florida International Airport
- Tampa International Airport
There are also smaller airports which are also convenient, depending on where you plan to go.
- Daytona Beach International Airport
- Orlando-Sanford International Airport
- Panama City-Bay County International Airport
- Pensacola Regional Airport
- Sarasota International Airport
- Tallahassee Regional Airport
Amtrak's Auto Train carries passengers and automobiles between Sanford and Lorton, Virginia, effectively serving as a car-rail link to Florida from the Washington, D.C.
If you're driving in, there are three interstate highways. They are I-95 from the northeast, I-75 from the midwest, and I-10 from the west.
Get around:
There are plenty of car rental companies in Florida and in the major airports.
Florida's major interstate highways include I-95, which runs north to south along the east coast, I-10, which runs from Jacksonville in the east across the panhandle to the west, and I-75, which enters the state from Georgia and runs south through Tampa and along the Gulf coast. U.S. Highway 1 is a historic and scenic highway which originates in Key West and continues up the east coast. I-4, not a true interstate, runs from northeast to southwest, beginning at I-95 in Daytona Beach and ends in Tampa.
Greyhound provides the bus service for Florida.
If you want to go on a tour, Annett Bus Tours provide tours around Florida.
See:
- Beaches
- Parks
- Walt Disney World
- Daytona International Speedway
- Florida Keys
- Islands of Adventures
- Sea World
- Universal Studios
Do:
- Tour
- Sightseeing
- Water activities
- Airboat ride
- Learn about Floridian history
Get out:
Heading out of Florida to the north is Georgia which will take you to the historic city of Savannah and the resort beach of Jekyll Island. In Alabama, Mobile is a historic port city and Gulf Shores is a popular resort. A little further out, Mississippi offers casino gaming in Biloxi and Gulfport.
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What To Do On A Florida Vacation?
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Florida ranks up there with some of the best tourist destinations in the world, particularly if you’re looking for somewhere to go with the family. Whether you’re young or old, Florida has plenty to offer for your trip. From breathtaking scenery to various attractions and top quality entertainment, a Florida vacation is a great, relaxing break from the rigours of daily life. So what exactly should you visit on your Florida vacation? What kind of things can you do when taking a trip to Florida, either alone or with friends and family?
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Top Florida Attractions
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From the northern Florida panhandle to Key West at the southern tip of Florida, there are a multitude of attractions for the tourist to visit. For example, in the middle of the state, the touring visitor will find one of the world famous Disney theme parks. All of the attractions of a warm weather resort state adjacent to the ocean are available for the Florida tourist. Golf courses abound within the state. Deep-sea fishing as well as inland bass fishing is easily found in Florida. Other water sports such as air boating in the Everglades, balloon riding in northern Florida or looking at the marvelous killer whale shows at the ocean side venues add to the list of Florida attractions.
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Florida Tourist Attractions : Where to go & When to Go
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Where To Go
Heat-induced lethargy is no excuse not to get out and explore the different facets of Florida, as the state is compact enough to be toured easily and quickly. The Essential Stop is Miami, whose addictive, cosmopolitan vibe is enriched by its large Hispanic population, and where the much-photographed Art Deco district of South Beach provides an unmistakable backdrop for the state’s liveliest nightclubs.
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Adventures in Florida
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Vacationing in Florida is full of adventures of many types. Not only is Florida known for it’s theme parks, but it is also known for the Florida Keys. Many people head this way for the nightlife. But by day the Keys have a wildlife to be explored. One area is the Dry Tortugas, which is located 70 miles west of Key West. Originally, called The Turtles, Las Tortugas by Spanish Explorer Ponce de Leon in 1513 because of it’s abundance of turtles. Later, Dry was added because of no fresh water.
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