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With its more than 1,000 miles of coastline on the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico, Florida gets appreciated by travelers most for its beaches and watersports. But that's only the beginning of its charms. As the nation's oldest settlement, its history runs deep. As the stepping stone to southern lands, so does its culture. Ethnic influences from New York Jews and Seminole Indians to Greeks, Minorcans, French, Spanish, Hispanics, West Indians, and South Americans color Florida in shades of diversity. Inland, agriculture and a land of springs that attracted tourists since the earliest times, lakes, rivers, forests, and charming hometowns add texture and substance to a destination today defined first by its theme parks and other man-made attractions. Florida's year-round sunshine and warmth adds to its allure, resulting in flora that produces showy blossoms and rare fruits and fauna not found elsewhere in the U.S. Flocks of resident and wintering birds, Florida panthers, manatees, saltwater crocodiles, and American alligators populate the waters, land, and air in magnificent profusion. All manner of watersports and tour outfitters make it easy to encounter wildlife in their own habitat. The net result is a near-magical destination with enough sights and activities to last vacationers for years.
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Chelle Walton is coauthor of Fodor's Florida and author of Fodor's Compass American Guides: Florida and The Sarasota, Sanibel Island & Naples Book: A Complete Guide.

Interests

    Auto Racing
    Cruise
    Nature
    Professional Sports
    Romance
    Theme Parks

Activities

    Beach Activities
    Bird Watching
    Canoe/Kayak
    Fishing
    Golf
    Sailing
    Scenic Drive
    Scuba
    Snorkeling
    Sunbathing
    Surfing
    Swimming

Florida Facts

Location:
Southeastern U.S.A
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Florida Must See/Do

  1. Key West
  2. Kennedy Space Center
  3. Everglades National Park
  4. Gulf Islands National Seashore
  5. Miami

Florida Most Overrated

  1. Orlando-Kissimmee
  2. Jai-alai and other betting attractions
  3. Gambling boats
  4. Miccosukee Casino
  5. Restaurants of South Beach

When to Visit Florida

North Florida is best in spring and summer weatherwise. Central to South Florida has its best season late fall through early spring.

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Florida Events

  • July. Fourth of July Parade & Celebration
  • August. Buckler's Christmas Craft Fair, Ft. Myers
  • April. SW Florida Nautical Market & Boat Show, Cape Coral
  • April. SW Florida Nautical Market & Boat Show, Cape Coral
  • March. Jazz in the Gardens, Miami
  • June. juneteenth Festival & Juried Art Show, Gainesville
  • September. Season Preview Event, Fort Lauderdale
  • March. Jazz in the Gardens, Miami
  • May. Oberto Redfish Cup, Punta Gorda

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