Florida Beaches - Vacation at our world renowned beaches - Clearwater Beach, Miami Beach, Daytona Beach, Fort Lauderdale Beach, Pensacola, Panama City Beach - these are among the best beaches and vacation destinations in America! Three of our beaches rated among the top ten in Dr. Beach's America's Best Beaches list for 2005.  Fort De Soto Park earned the top spot in the country, with Caladesi Island rated 4th, and Cape Florida State Park at number 8!  See our beach sand comparison.

Cruise Lines - Over 15 cruise lines operate from four major sea ports throughout the state. Two are located in southeast Florida at Miami and Fort Lauderdale, the third is located on the east coast, south of Daytona Beach at Cape Canaveral, and the fourth is located on the west coast of Florida at Tampa.  Port Canaveral is closest to the Orlando area for those traveling to this region providing unparalleled vacation opportunities.

Florida Cities - Visit or vacation in Clearwater, Destin, Naples, Orlando, Miami, Tampa, Tallahassee, Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, St. Augustine, Sarasota, Daytona and more.

Attractions - Disney World, Busch Gardens, Universal Studios, Hollywood Studios, . . . an awesome place for theme parks!  There are many attractions and theme parks throughout Florida, but the greatest concentration is in the Orlando area.  Spend some time at our attractions for an unforgettable vacation!

Sports & Outdoors - Diving, snorkeling, sailing, fishing, golfing, camping and spectator sports - a sports person's vacation paradise.  Florida is home to the Jacksonville Jaguars, Miami Dolphins, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Florida Marlins, Tampa Bay Devil Rays, Florida Panthers, Tampa Bay Lightning, Miami Heat and Orlando Magic professional sports teams.

Florida Parks - a celebration of wilderness through hundreds of parks including the Everglades , inland parks and parks that incorporate some great Florida beaches.  Florida treasures it wilderness and parks and in 2005 was awarded the National Recreation and Parks Association’s Gold Medal Award, honoring Florida as the “Nation’s Best State Park Service”.

Florida History - Our rich heritage is quite different from other regions in the US.  Those with interests in history will find a Florida vacation intellectually rewarding.

Florida Weather - Consider the climate when planning a vacation or that day at the beach.  See temperature and rainfall tables for cities throughout Florida.  Aligning seasonal weather conditions with your vacation activities can mean a more enjoyable vacation.

Florida Facts - See our basic facts page for the capital, land area, elevation, state flag and other relevant facts.

Florida Hotels - accommodations range from value to extravagant.   Many offer mini-attractions within - read one vistors account of a stay at Orlando’s Nickelodeon Hotel.

Those planning a visit to the more popular tourist areas or our beaches should consider staying at one of the resort hotels.   The competition is strong in these areas so you will get a lot for your money, and a stay at one of the these fine hotels is truly a memorable experience.   Vacation rental houses or condominiums are a good choice for longer visits.

Those seeking a Florida beach, should also consider the type of beach and sea conditions desired.  The east coast has more energetic wave action than the normally calm west coast beaches.  The waters on the Gulf coast are generally warmer, which is ideal during the cooler months, but the cooler waters of the Atlantic can be more refreshing during the hottest days in the summer.

If shopping is a priority within your vacation, look towards some of the cities that excel in shopping opportunities.  Naples, Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville are a few to consider.

Florida is hard to beat for its vacation opportunity and value.  One can return year after year and find new and exciting activities, or take advantage of the tropical ambience to just relax.