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About the destination: Miami Beach is everything you've heard about, but you have to see it for yourself. Take an Art Deco tour of Miami Beach to fully appreciate the area's signature architecture. The South Beach Art Deco District is a whimsical collection of more than 800 architecturally protected buildings in Miami Beach from the 1930s and 1940s – a definite must-see. Stay in one of its boutique or throwback hotels – you'll also find some of Miami Beach's finest dining, nightlife and spas here. North Beach's Ocean Terrace is fast becoming a smaller version of South Beach, with inviting oceanfront hotels and cafés. Regardless, be sure to go for a beachside stroll or to Haulover Park for fishing, bike rides, tennis or golf. And, of course, Miami Beach’s nightlife always concludes an unforgettable vacation day.

About the destination: The Florida Keys are an archipelago of about 1700 islands extending south and southwest of the Florida mainland. Florida Keys are a dream vacation, and the Keys are not so much a sightseeing destination, people are coming for the beaches. But that's not to say there are no attractions. The several museums are all on Key West: the Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum, Audubon House and Tropical Gardens, and the Key West Art and History Museum at the Custom House. Islamorada also has a neat artist colony at Rain Barrel, filled with large, unusual statues. The islands are rich in arts and culture, yet if you crave the wild outdoors, there are guided eco-tours, walking trails, environmental centers and a plethora of green travel initiatives will satisfy. Dive-snorkel charters visit the United States' only living, coral barrier reef and offer Florida Keys scuba diving vacation memories that last a lifetime. Anglers revel in our heart-racing, world-class sport fishing. Welcome to this paradise islands!

About the destination: Located closer to Cuba than to Miami, Key West is Florida’s irreverent southernmost subtropical paradise, a unique confluence of history, climate, natural beauty, cultural diversity, architecture and unabashed romantic appeal.Palm-lined streets with gingerbread mansions and tin-roofed conch houses were home to Ernest Hemingway, Tennessee Williams, Elizabeth Bishop, Robert Frost and Jimmy Buffett, a few of the famous people who discovered solace and inspiration in the island city whose Bahamian and Cuban heritage in large part was inspired by Bahamian wreckers, commercial fishermen, spongers and Cuban cigar makers.

About the destination: Naples is a city that belongs to the US state of Florida and is located in Collier County. It is a popular tourist town destination because of its large beaches with fine white sand and its many luxury hotels. Naples served as winter retreat for wealthy residents of Ohio and Kentucky, who were attracted by its isolation, natural beauty and abundant wild life. The original owners and developers of the community called the city after Naples, Italy. Hurricane Donna struck the community in 1960, causing major damage, but the damage resulted the revival of community spirit and brought national recognition to Naples. Naples is the capital of the county. Due to its proximity to the Everglades and Ten Thousand Islands, Naples is also popular with eco-tourists. As for activities, sports enthusiasts may make a lot of activities like golfing in their golf fields, fishing, tennis, diving, and surfing. They can also buy all kinds of things on the waterside shops, full of shops of all kinds. The culture lovers will enjoy museums like the Artis-Naples or the Holocaust museum where they will learn all about the war and the Holocaust. Finally, children can visit the museum of naples children's Golisano or have fun at the Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens with all kinds of animals. In short, Naples is an ideal place for a family vacation, quiet and relaxing city.

About the destination: Fort Myers Beach is a town located on Estero Island in Lee County, Florida, United States. The population was 6,277 at the 2010 census. It is part of the Cape Coral-Fort Myers, Florida Metropolitan Statistical Area. It was officially incorporated on December 31, 1995.

About the destination: Renowned Gulf Coast beaches, verdant golf courses and family attractions like the popular Sun Splash Family Waterpark make Cape Coral an appealing destination for visitors. Located near Fort Myers and within sight of the glimmering Gulf of Mexico, Cape Coral is a vibrant and friendly community with all the beauty that you expect from Southwest Florida. With more than 400 miles of canals, boating, fishing and water sports are a significant enhancement to the quality of life here in Cape Coral. The golf courses, tennis courts, athletic parks and nature preserves that Cape Coral offers are a bonus.

About the destination: Sarasota is a city belonging to the US state of Florida and located in Sarasota County. Sarasota is a city that offers a mix between a city with magnificent beaches with fine sand and water with ideal temperatures and a mixture of culture and good food. In addition to those who love shopping, there are great shops where you can buy all sorts of things. The Ringling art museum is a mandatory visit, which has paintings by names such as Velázquez, Titian and Rubens. Another must see is the Ca 'd'Zan Mansion, which is a beautiful Venetian Gothic palace, located in the Ringling Museum. Children can have a great time at the Mote Marine Laboratory and Aquarium, an aquarium full of sea animals or the Myakka River State Park where you'll find birds, crocodiles, deers and can spend a wonderful evening. In Sarasota you can perform a myriad of water activities such as parasailing or Jet Ski, surfing, tours in canoes and kayaks, diving, etc. Overall, it is an ideal location for family holidays and where you will experience an unforgettable time.

About the destination: A Pinellas County destination and home of award-winning beaches, St. Pete Beach is where you can find the architecturally and historically grand Don CeSar resort. Other attractions in St. Pete Beach include world-class museums and The Pier, a five-story dining and shopping complex. Ready for a break? Kick back on the sandy white beaches of St. Pete, as the balmy waters of the Gulf of Mexico lap at your toes. With an average of 361 days of sunshine per year, St. Pete Beach is guaranteed to please. Close to attractions in Orlando and even closer to the cultural and cosmopolitan attractions of St. Petersburg, Clearwater and Tampa, St. Pete Beach strikes the perfect balance for the casual, laid-back beach bum and the active attraction seeker.

About the destination: Crystal River is a city in Citrus County, Florida, United States. The city was incorporated in 1903 and is the self professed "Home of the Manatee". Crystal River Preserve State Park is located nearby, and Crystal River Archaeological State Park is located in the city's northwest side. Crystal River is at the heart of the Nature Coast of Florida. The city is situated around Kings Bay, which is spring-fed and so keeps a constant 22 °C temperature year round. Kings Bay can be home to over 400 manatees during the winter when the water temperature in the Gulf of Mexico cools, and is the only place in the United States where people can legally interact with them in their natural conditions. Tourism based on watching and swimming with manatee is the fastest growing contribution to the local economy. In 2005 there was a movement to dissolve the city which did not succeed, and the city has since grown by annexation.

About the destination: Jacksonville is a large port city located in north east Florida. A unique mix of big city, beach towns, and natural playgrounds, Jacksonville is full of surprises. There is a wide variety of attractions, hotels and restaurants in the city. Downtown Jacksonville, located 12 miles from the sea, is divided by the St. Johns River. Both the Northbank and Southbank business districts boast spectacular modern skyscrapers, pedestrian riverwalks, and museums. Jacksonville's beach communities include three laid-back beach towns popular with surfers, families and young people. Atlantic Beach, Neptune Beach and Jacksonville Beach , all three offer a lively downtown shopping, dining and nightlife district in addition to sharing the same wide strand of soft, white powder sand. Jacksonville Beach also boasts an ocean pier and a water park.

About the destination: Located just off the coast of northeast Florida, Amelia Island is easy to reach, but hard to forget. With 13 miles of beautiful beaches, abundant native wildlife, and pristine waters, this barrier island has long been a beloved destination for visitors and residents alike.

About the destination: Visitors to St. Augustine will find an array of attractions in the nation's oldest city. From living history museums like the Castillo de San Marcos to Gilded-Age hotels, swashbuckling adventures and specialized tours in the air, on the sea, and in the heart of the historic district, St. Augustine has it all!

About the destination: Daytona Beach is a city in Volusia County, Florida, United States. It lies about 51 miles (82.1 km) northeast of Orlando, 86 miles (138.4 km) southeast of Jacksonville, and 242 miles (389.5 km) northwest of Miami. In the 2010 U.S. Census, it had a population of 61,005. It is a principal city of the Deltona–Daytona Beach–Ormond Beach, FL metropolitan statistical area, which was home to 590,289 people in 2010. Daytona Beach is also a principal city of the Fun Coast region of Florida. The city is historically known for its beach where the hard-packed sand allows motorized vehicles to drive on the beach in restricted areas. This hard-packed sand made Daytona Beach a mecca for motorsports, and the old Daytona Beach Road Course hosted races for over 50 years. This was replaced in 1959 by Daytona International Speedway. The city is also the headquarters for NASCAR.

About the destination: Orlando, located in Orange County, Florida, has a lot to offer tourists, but it is safe to say that the main reason people visit Orlando is for the variety of amusement parks: Disney World, Universal Orlando, Sea World, and several other big draw entertainment places. Nonetheless, Orlando has so much more. Beautiful tree-lined neighbourhoods, a happening performing-arts scene and various excellent gardens, nature preserves and museums around the city offers visitors amusing alternatives to the theme park experience. If the outdoors is your thing, you can swim or canoe at Wekiwa Springs State Park or one of the area's many other sparkling springs. If museums are your thing, there are many and varied options such as the Charles Hosmer Morse Museum of American Art with its huge collection of Tiffany glass, or the Orlando Science Center, with hundreds of interactive exhibits for visitors of all ages. The city has a very 'young at heart' attitude, and it is a melting pot of different cultures. For nightlife, there is pretty much anything you want. The downtown area has several bars and clubs for any crowd. In a nutshell, Orlando is truly a very cool town.

About the destination: Cocoa Beach, along Florida's Space Coast, makes for an out-of-this-world family vacation. Your group can ride some waves, check out Cocoa Beach's world-famous pier, marvel at Ron Jon's, the world's largest surf shop, hike through nature preserves, and explore mankind's greatest journey at the nearby Kennedy Space Center. NASA's launch headquarters is the only place on Earth where you can tour launch-pad areas, meet a veteran astronaut, see giant rockets, train in spaceflight simulators and – if your timing is just right – even view a launch. Don’t miss the historic Cocoa Village of Cocoa Beach, a revitalized, nostalgic riverside community with more than 50 shops, restaurants, galleries and artist studios. And remember this: Cocoa Beach is only an hour’s drive east of Orlando, making it a great day trip for theme park visitors.

About the destination: Fort Lauderdale is a city in thE state of Florida, on the Atlantic coast. It is the county seat of Broward County. The city is a popular tourist destination. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS - Fort Lauderdale Beach. - Downtown/Las Olas Blvd. The entertainment district runs east-west along Las Olas Boulevard. - Wilton Manors is a city surrounded by Fort Lauderdale. The busy center of the city is Wilton Drive.

About the destination: Miami Beach is everything you've heard about, but you have to see it for yourself. Take an Art Deco tour of Miami Beach to fully appreciate the area's signature architecture. The South Beach Art Deco District is a whimsical collection of more than 800 architecturally protected buildings in Miami Beach from the 1930s and 1940s – a definite must-see. Stay in one of its boutique or throwback hotels – you'll also find some of Miami Beach's finest dining, nightlife and spas here. North Beach's Ocean Terrace is fast becoming a smaller version of South Beach, with inviting oceanfront hotels and cafés. Regardless, be sure to go for a beachside stroll or to Haulover Park for fishing, bike rides, tennis or golf. And, of course, Miami Beach’s nightlife always concludes an unforgettable vacation day.