Family Vacations Directory - Florida

Map of Florida Regions Northwest North Central Northeast Central West Central Central East Southwest Southeast Family vacation spots: Kissimmee/St. Cloud, Orlando, Miami, Space Coast, Treasure Coast,  Martin County,  Fort Lauderdale, Naples, Fort Myers, Cocoa Beach, St. Augustine, Destin, Pensacola, and the Keys. Best places for fun. Universal Studios, Busch Gardens, Sea World, Disney World, and Everglades National Park. What’s to do? Hiking, biking, swimming, camping, fishing, sailing, seining, surfing, crabbing, canoeing, kayaking, turtle quests, swamp tours, airboat rides, dolphin swims, and shopping. Click on the map or the regional links below. 
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USA: Southeast, Tracking Dinosaurs on Vacation.

Dino fanatics of all ages found their interest in the magnificent prehistoric reptiles rekindled with the ABC Mega Series of Dinotopia, based one of my favorite childhood books. Luckily nearly everyone in North America is within a short drive of ancient “lizards” and mammals. [Read More]

Florida: Family Reunions & Gatherings.

Thinking of getting together with your family in Florida? We have assembled an assortment of family friendly places each geared to make creating a memorable family reunion just happen. From the sandy beach at The Naples Beach Hotel and golf Club and eco friendly Steinhatchee Landing to Kissimmee/St. Cloud and the beaches along the Space Coast, Florida has potential for reunions and gathers. We have discovered the best reunion spots to make your search easier. [Read More]

Florida: Kissimmee, Family Fun, Learning, and More Fun.

Central Florida family vacation activities are dominated by Disney, Universal, and SeaWorld. But as family vacation learning becomes more and more popular combining theme park action with learning experiences is becoming easier. In Kissimmee it is possible for families to practice golf; join a tennis clinic; learn to fish or take flight and have family fun in the process. [Read More]

Florida: Kissimmee, A Mother/Daughter Girlfriend Getaway – Shopping, Spa Time, and a Fun Night Out.

For Moms and daughters who want to share one-on-one time away from the crazy schedules of home Kissimmee is an easy place to enjoy down time together. From golf and tennis to antiquing, and chilling by the pool the options are many. At the core of any mother/daughter bonding time – shopping, a spa, and a fun night out doing girl stuff. [Read More]

Florida: Kissimmee-St. Cloud, Family Vacation Ideas - Old Town, Horseback Riding, and a SkyCoaster.

Experience the thrilling excitement of a Friday night rodeo, glide across a river of grass in an open airboat, saunter tropical trails on horseback, visit a working cattle ranch or nature preserve. Catch an up-close view of an alligator, egret, or other exotic Florida wildlife. Perhaps even see an American bald eagle. A local tradition that is purely for fun -the Friday Night Cruise features cars from the 70s and 80s, the best of each decade. Choose Kissimmee as your Florida family vacation base and share the fun stuff with your kids. [Read More]

Florida: Kissimmee, Family Vacation Ideas - Hiking, Horses and Gators with Teens.

Create a field trip for the whole family and begin in Central Florida. In addition to theme park thrills, Kissimmee offers visitors plenty of unforgettable “real Florida” adventures to make any family vacation or holiday getaway super. Imagine watching alligators, skimming to marsh on an airboat, seeing a working cattle ranch, taking a sunset cruise, horseback riding and feeding goats. It’s easy to find something new each day like a never ending field trip with the kids - the perfect reason to choose Kissimmee as your Florida family vacation base. [Read More]

Florida: Kissimmee, Spring Break with Alligators, Blue Men and Balloons in the Air.

Spring break in Central Florida is awesome. The options for families continue to multiply spanning all interests. From “Monsters,” to Blue Men and a new Water Ski Show the theme parks will be spring fever crazy. There are oodles of reasons to choose Kissimmee as your family vacation base from which to enjoy the action. The list includes plenty of fun stuff. [Read More]

Florida: Kissimmee, Earth-Friendly Family Vacation Ideas - Swamps, Airboats and Gator Hunting.

Tranquil and welcoming, Lake Tohopekaliga glistened under the mid-morning sun as our group cautiously assembled on the Boggy Creek Airboat dock. Embarking took only minutes as we filed past the young captain, received headsets to protect our ears and stepped aboard. The sun felt comfortably warm; a gentle breeze offered by the lake was ideal; the iridescent white clouds above reflected their demeanor along the water’s edge; it was a million dollar day perfect for an airboat adventure. [Read More]

Florida: Kissimmee, Go Medieval with Kings, Queens and Knights in Shining Armor.

I love the thought of time travel. I mean, going back to the time of kings and knights, quests and chivalry. I know a perfect place for a mini time travel adventure to Medieval Europe during the 11th century. How does one get there, you ask? It’s really quite simple…Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament. [Read More]

Florida: Kissimmee, Gaylord Palms Resort, and Nearly Two Million Pounds of Ice.

Not to be out done by northern destinations Central Florida has its own snow place complete with man-made snow, slippery ice slides, and holiday scenes. Tickets are now on sale for this seasonal "Cold-Weather" Christmas attraction known as ICE! at Gaylord Palms. [Read More]

Florida: Sarasota, Longboat Key, Longboat Key Club and Resort - Make Family Memories.

Set like a jewel on a barrier island in the Gulf of Mexico, just off the coast of Sarasota, Longboat Key Club and Resort is a AAA Four-Diamond beachfront retreat with a private white-sand beach, 45 holes of championship golf, a full-service spa, 291-slip Marina, world-class tennis center and supervised kids’ club, the resort is perfect for a Florida family vacation. [Read More]

USA: U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, National Wildlife Refuges – Monarch Madness.

Hundreds of national wildlife refuges and a host of programs by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service protect and restore monarch butterfly habitat, monitor their transcontinental migration, and teach thousands of school children about their unique migration from Mexico through the United States on to Canada – and then back again. [Read More]

Florida: Miami Beach, School’s Out for Summer at the Sagamore Hotel.

Miami Beach’s premier oceanfront hotel offers families a summer vacation packed with art and adventure. The time has arrived to trade the school books for flip-flops and sun block and head to the all-suite Sagamore, The Art Hotel, on Miami Beach for a fun-filled summer getaway. With the Sagamore’s Family Art & Adventure package, parents and kids have the opportunity to experience the many attractions the city has to offer. Beginning at an amazing rate of $299 a night, this package is, without a doubt, too cool for school. [Read More]

Florida/California: Universal Produces a Fear Factor.

Guests at Universal Studios' theme parks will get to test their courage and strength this spring as they perform pulse-pounding stunts on "Fear Factor Live" shows at Universal Orlando and Universal Studios Hollywood.  [Read More]

Florida: Tampa, Busch Gardens Raises the Thrill Bar with SheiKra.

A few years ago, Busch Gardens Africa introduced the world to a one-of-a-kind experience: 200 feet up, 90 degrees straight down, that was just the beginning. Now SheiKra has a new twist: “floorless” cars that allow riders an unobstructed view and a whole new level of adrenaline rush. [Read More]

Florida: Tampa, Howl-O-Scream 2008 Puts a New Spin on Horror.

This fall, Florida’s top-rated haunted theme park attraction is back for an ninth season of blood-curdling scares with more haunted houses, scare zones and terrifying live shows than ever before! For 16 killer nights, Howl-O-Scream 2008 will transform Busch Gardens Africa into a nightmare of inescapable fear designed to overwhelm the senses with a new spin on horror. [Read More]

Florida: Sebastian, Making a Turtle Quest.

During the summer months sea turtles return to the beach of their birth to deposit eggs and complete the circle of life. For a lucky few, there is the possibility of seeing firsthand the ancient nesting ritual of a sea turtle. As the lavender hues caressed the Atlantic waves we anxiously awaited our turtle quest. We knew the night quest would be awesome but waiting for the stars to appear and the evening to begin was tedious. [Read More]

Florida: Steinhatchee Landing Resort, Bay Scalloping with the Kids.

Summertime means scalloping season in Florida’s Gulf waters and it also means family vacations. Scalloping is the perfect activity for a family vacation because scallops are found in shallow, grassy areas, providing easy targets for children. [Read More]

Florida: Fort Myers/Naples, SunStream Hotels & Resorts - Family, Luxury and Eco-Friendly.

With natural, lightly developed white sand beach at the front door and raw Everglades wilderness at its back, Southwest Florida takes a rare stance among exotic wild things and their unique semi-tropical habitat. The destination tops the list for travelers on a quest to become one with extraordinary nature. [Read More]

Florida: Fort Myers/Naples, SunStream Hotels & Resorts - A Collection of Fun Family Vacation Spots.

Feel the need to soak up the sun? Want a few days of down time at the beach or on the links? Both Fort Myers Beach – voted "Best Family-Friendly Beach in the Southeast U.S." by Family Fun magazine – and Naples – named "America’s Best All-Around Beach" by The Travel Channel – are known for their vast recreational opportunities and powdery sands lapped by the playful waves of Gulf of Mexico. [Read More]


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FAMILY VACATION IDEAS
Plan Your Road Escape to Florida

Choose Kissimmee – Our pre-planned RoadTrip is a great escape for you and your family. Let our wizard create a trip to Kissimmee St. Cloud that is filled with learning fun while on vacation. [Read More]

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Plan a Girlfriend Trip to Central Florida

Wanting to getaway with a girlfriend or your daughter for a fun trip to Central Florida? Read about what to do and use our planner to make it happen. [Read More]

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Nickelodeon Family Suites by Holiday Inn®

Nickelodeon Family Suites September is "Nick Jr. Month". Rates for a two-bedroom kids' suite start at $104, less than half of what you'd pay during the summer high season and when you visit in September, your third night is free. [Read More]

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Sawgrass Golf Resort & Spa, A Marriott Resort

We offer families the opportunity to reminisce childhood dreams and ignite little ones' aspirations with When I Grow Up fantasy excursions. New and different, perfect for families. [Read More]

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Crowne Plaza Melbourne

Oceanfront Family Fun Package includes: room, pail of goodies, one free in room movie and one $50 credit for on-site beach rental per stay. [Read More]

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Bonita Springs, Florida: Hyatt Regency Coconut Point

Hyatt Regency Coconut Point Resort and Spa was created specifically with families in mind. [Read More]

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Plan Your Road Trip to Kissimmee Florida

Choose Kissimmee -- We will work our magic to make sure your family trip to the Kissimmee St. Cloud area is filled with fun, on the way and upon arrival. Read about it then plan it with our Road Trip Wizard™. [Read More]

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Plan a Trip to Orlando

We work our magic to make your trip to Orlando filled with fun, on the way and upon arrival. Read about it plan it like it? Adopt it with adopt-a-trip™ [Read More]

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Plan a Trip to Cocoa Beach Florida

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Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress

A great place for a family vacation close to Disney, yet a destination to itself. Gator Camp, horse back riding,free ice cream and loads of tennis. [Read More]

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Great Escapes on the Treasure Coast

Stay close or on the edge. [Read More]

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Bellasera Hotel

One of Florida’s top 10 hidden gems and best bargains. Stay three nights get the fourth night for free! [Read More]

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Kissimmee St. Cloud Great Vacation Ideas

A family-friendly base place. Close to all attractions. Check out our latest deals for places to stay. [Read More]

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Hyatt Regency Bonaventure

Bring the family and escape to our 23-acre retreat located just 20 minutes from the Fort Lauderdale airport. [Read More]

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Cocoa Beach Family Vacation Idea

Play and stay right on one of our family-friendly beaches. [Read More]

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