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Your Guide to FloridaYour Guide to Florida - Introduction


Florida is as diverse as it is fabulous! Not just the entertainment capital of the world, it is home to beautiful beaches, historical cities and lively coastal towns.

 

There's so much more to Florida than Orlando and its world-famous theme parks. St Augustine is steeped in history, Miami is one of the nation's coolest cities and scenery at the Keys is quite simply breathtaking. Both the Atlantic and Gulf Coasts boast miles and miles of sandy beaches with water sports galore and championship golf courses.

For nature lovers, the Everglades are perfect. Family attractions abound and the shopping is second to none. An all-round winner, isn't it time you got to know Florida!

OrlandoOrlando

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A lively and dynamic holiday destination, Orlando is home to some of the world's best-known and best-loved theme parks, including WALT DISNEYWORLD Resort and Universal® Studios. It's also a shopping mecca with state-of-the-art malls selling designer brands at bargain prices.

 

St AugustineSt Augustine

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This is 'America's Oldest City' and the perfect choice for those wanting to combine history and culture with the fun and thrills of Orlando, 2 hours away. Founded in 1565, it's a fascinating mix of the new and old, combining some of the nation's grandest buildings with beautiful beaches, water sports and an eclectic range of attractions for all the family.

 

Clearwater & St Pete BeachClearwater & St Pete Beach

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Just about everyone will love Clearwater and St Pete! Laid-back in atmosphere, the 2 resorts are renowned for their beautiful coastline and agreeable climate. In fact, St Pete is in the Guinness Book of Records for having the longest string of consecutive sunny days - 768 of them!


 

SarasotaSarasota

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Beautiful beaches and year-round sunshine make Sarasota the perfect place for a relaxing holiday. When you want a change of scene, however, there's all the fun of the big top with circus-style entertainment taken so seriously it's even taught in high school! As well as a whole range of outdoor pursuits, there's great shopping and architectural splendours for the culturally inclined.

 

Sanibel, Captiva and Fort MyersSanibel, Captiva and Fort Myers

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The castaway islands of Sanibel and Captiva are virtually untouched by tourism. There are no advertising hoardings or neon signs, just lush, unspoiled scenery with lots of wildlife and beautiful beaches. Fort Myers is livelier with lots of family restaurants and bars. It's only a 30-min drive between the destinations so it's easy to enjoy their different charms!

 

Naples and Marco IslandNaples and Marco Island

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Perfect for a twin-centre holiday; combine the upmarket sophistication of 'the finest town in Florida' with the pristine, natural beauty of Marco Island. Naples is packed with gourmet restaurants and stylish shops on attractive pedestrian-friendly streets. Marco Island boasts some of the world's most beautiful beaches, not to mention extensive bird and nature sanctuaries.

 

The KeysThe Keys

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The Florida Keys stretch 160 miles south of Miami and are often described as 'Florida's jewels' because of the sparkling effect created by the closeness of the sea on both sides. Key Largo, Islamorada and the Middle Keys are perfect for a laid-back Caribbean-style holiday with water sports galore. Key West is the most famous and combines lively nightlife with culture.

 

DaytonaDaytona

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The birthplace of speed - Daytona is now gaining an awesome reputation as a holiday destination in its own right with 23 miles of white sandy beach, countless water sports and championship golf courses. There's also a lively boardwalk and fantastic nightlife. Official home of the NASCAR, motor enthusiasts will be in 7th heaven!

 

Fort LauderdaleFort Lauderdale

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If it's beaches you want, Fort Lauderdale boasts over 23 miles of them! One of the coolest places to be, it is home to pavement cafés, chic boutiques and trendy restaurants. There's no shortage of opulence at Boca Raton either with its glitzy shopping and dining. There's also a modern art museum and sprawling South Beach Park.

 

Miami and South BeachMiami and South Beach

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One of the nation's coolest destinations, Miami combines big city sophistication with seductive beaches. Home to legendary Ocean Drive, it has an exotic Latin ambience with delightful architecture and family attractions galore. At South Beach you'll find palatial homes, hip clubs, excellent restaurants and lovely stretches of golden sand.

 

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