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Holidays in Florida

Holiday in magical Florida

From the impossibly beautiful beaches of Miami and the Gulf Coast to the world-class theme parks in Orlando, with plenty of golf, shopping and restaurants in between, Florida is truly captivating. Discover paradise on your Florida holiday and take time to soak up some rays. It is the Sunshine State, after all. 

 


 

It's never too early to think ahead and plan your next amazing holiday. Guarantee the hotel you want and gain early access to a choice of Virgin Atlantic flights as far ahead as 2026.


2026 Florida holidays on sale now

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One-stop flights to Orlando are available from Birmingham and Glasgow with our partners airlines.

2026 now on sale

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Holidays at Universal Orlando Resort

With a new park opening next year, 2026 is the perfect time to experience Universal Orlando Resort in a whole new way. Four amazing theme parks. Spectacular themed hotels. Universal Orlando Resort now offers an entire holiday’s worth of excitement.

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Holidays at Walt Disney World Resort

With new attractions on the horizon, there's always something different to discover at Walt Disney World Resort. With no up front payments for park tickets, over 25 Resort hotels, and a whole lot more magic waitinf for you, it's time to get planning.

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Staying off-site in Orlando

 

With hotels in Lake Buena Vista, International Drive, Kissimmee, and a host of villas dotted around Orlando, you don't have to stay on-site at the parks. Plus, plenty of our off-site hotels offer great added value, such as free parking, transport to the parks, and waived resort fees!

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Schools out in 2025

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Summer 2025: More flights, for less

Making it easier for you to reach the Theme Park Capital.

With Disney Late Booking Offer, and Universal's new theme park opening, all in 2025, it's the perfect time for a family Florida holiday.

We've added additional flights from London to Orlando on Wednesdays, Fridays and Sundays during Summer 2025, all with exclusive flight savings of £60 per adult and £45 per child!

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Easter Holidays

Got two weeks off?  Head to Orlando, the ultimate destination, especially with perfect weather. Plus, your chocolate eggs will be patiently waiting for your return!

Prices from £864pp
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October Half Term

Contemplating a holiday to Orlando? Well, it's a magical time to experience the city's charm! With the weather cooling down and festive atmospheres taking over it’s the place to be.

Prices from £932pp
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Save on your 2025 Walt Disney World Resort holiday

Receive up to 4 nights free and up to 20% off 14-day Disney Magic Tickets!

Book your Walt Disney World Resort hotel and ticket package by 31 Mar '25, for travel between 23 Feb - 30 Sep and 15 Nov - 8 Dec '25. Valid for stays of 5 nights or more.

And guess what? You'll actually find some of the biggest discounts across the summer holidays in 2025, which combines with our extra flights and exclusive flight drops when travelling with Virgin Atlantic!

Where to stay in Florida

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Walt Disney World Resort

Discover a world filled with magical adventures every day. With six magical parks, two dazzling neighbourhoods of entertainment, and moer than 25 unique Disney Resort Hotels to choose from, it's time to make those Disney dreams come true.

Plan your Walt Disney World Resort holiday
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Universal Orlando Resort

This changes everything. Universal Orlando Resort now has four amazing theme parks, taking you from the thrills of Jurassic World to the adventures in The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™ to the fun of SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™ and beyond.

Plan your Universal Orlando Resort holiday

Hey, Tampa Bay!

We now fly direct to Tampa; the beachier, hippier, foodier side of Florida.

Why we love Tampa...

  • A laid-back waterside city with fabulous year-round sunshine, outdoor adventure and one of Florida's best foodie hot spots
  • A half hour's drive will take you to the stunning beaches of Clearwater and St Pete

You can also reach Orlando easily by flying into Tampa, direct with Virgin Atlantic! When checking your flights, make sure you filter to direct and you should see a Tampa alternative that could be just right for you! Add on your hire car and you'll be in Orlando in no time.

Handpicked Florida hotel offers

You've saved on your flight, but why stop there. We've got plenty of offers from hotels across the state, just for you. From waived resort fees to free nights, all of these will help you to get the best value for money on your nexr getaway.

Any applicable offers have been calculated into the prices shown. T&C's apply.
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Universal's Endless Summer Resort - Dockside Inn and Suites

Orlando

Save up to 30% on stays of 7 nights or more before 31 Dec '26.

7 nights from £888pp

Sandpearl Resort

 

 

Clearwater

Get your 5th night free, plus waived resort fee, when staying between 1 Jan - 15 Feb '25 and 11 Aug - 15 Dec '25.

7 nights from £1308pp

SLS Hotel South Beach

 

Miami

Receive complimentary daily breakfast for 2 for stays before 30 Sep '25.

4 nights from £985pp
Holiday Inn Club Vacation

Holiday Inn Club Vacations at Orange Lake Resort

Orlando

Book by 11 Feb '25 to get your 7th night free for stays before 18 Dec '25.

7 nights from £935pp

Hotels in Florida

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Essential information for Florida

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Do I need a Visa?

Yes. You'll need to obtain approval no less than 72 hours prior to travel to the US via the ESTA (Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) scheme. Find out more about Travel Visas here »

Good to know

Read our Useful Information for guidance on what to expect before and during your holiday, including travel requirements, local customs and hotel facilities. 

Why visit Florida with Virgin Atlantic Holidays?

Fly, stay and cruise with Virgin

We're number 1 in Florida. You can fly direct to Orlando with Virgin Atlantic, with multiple flights a day from a choice of UK airports. You can also fly direct to Tampa and Miami daily from London Heathrow.

Stay in a hotel booked with Virgin Atlantic Holidays and to top off your holiday, set sail around the Caribbean on a choice of cruise lines, including Virgin Voyages. One holiday, three amazing Virgin experiences.

All the park tickets you need

Whether you’re a thrill seeker, looking for family fun, or keen to soak up the atmosphere that Florida’s theme parks have to offer, Virgin Atlantic Holidays have you covered. With different ticket types to choose from, no upfront payments, and our reassuring price promise, you can start planning your magical holiday straight away.

Your holiday is protected

Our people on the ground know how to look after you – and they do. Nothing is more important to us than your holiday happiness and safety. So we make sure our hotel partners are up to scratch.
And, as you’d expect, we’re ATOL and ABTA bonded.

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Florida has it all: sun, sea, sand, not to mention the incredible seafood, thrilling theme parks and abundance of natural beauty. Your unforgettable holiday starts here – find out more about Florida hotels with Virgin Atlantic Holidays.

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