Tucked away into the northeastern most corner of Florida, so close to Georgia you can see the horses running wild on Cumberland Island, awaits Amelia…

One of Florida's best-kept beach secrets, Anna Maria Island (often abbreviated AMI) appeals to families with more than just sand and sun. The 7-mile-long island…

As the southernmost city of Palm Beach County, Boca Raton, or simply “Boca,” is a family-friendly city. Locals invest heavily in their schools and family…

A suburb of Naples, Florida, Bonita Springs is a simple, quiet destination with one focus: water. You'll find beaches galore here, each one offering a…

Boynton Beach, located in Palm Beach County and just over 7 miles from Delray Beach, is a SoFlo town that thrives on outdoor fun. From…

Often lumped in the same breath with Sarasota, its neighboring town to the south with which it shares an airport, Bradenton in recent years has…

What opened in 1959 as a small bird garden and hospitality center for the brewery owned by Anheuser-Busch is now a prime reason for theme…

Tucked away on the southwest coast of Florida -- as far south as you can go on the west coast without hitting Key West by…

Clearwater, Fla., located east of Tampa and north of St. Petersburg, is a coastal town featuring white-sand beaches, warm Gulf Coast waters, and 361-days of…

In the center of the Space Coast is Cocoa Beach, East Coast surfing capital of the United States and hometown of world-champion surfer Kelly Slater.…

Around 80-miles north of Cocoa Beach and within an hour's drive of Orlando is Daytona Beach, "the birthplace of speed." Spanning 23 miles along central…

Growing up in South Florida, I had my pick of beaches in which to spend my days. My favorite was always Deerfield Beach. I loved…

Along South Florida’s Atlantic Ocean coastline is Delray Beach, an intimate beachfront community nestled between West Palm Beach and Boca Raton. The main attraction is…

A virtual reality play land, a world-class circus, a hot air balloon ride, a dine-in theater and "boutique" bowling -- what do these attractions have…

Brothers Walt and Roy Disney put the "family" in family-friendly travel before it was trendy, opening California's Disneyland in 1955 and then slowly buying up…

Disney's Animal Kingdom showcases an amazing range of wildlife and entertains guests with exciting rides (hello, Kilimanjaro Safaris), Broadway-style stage shows and interactive experiences --…

Bringing glitz, glamour and star power to the general public, Disney's Hollywood Studios presents the thrill of the stage and the screen, with hair-raising rides,…

Two parks in one, Epcot delivers the thrill of the future, along with a thrilling immersion into the cultures of the world in a one-of-a-kind…

Kids harbor a natural fascination for animals and find it even more exciting to spot them in the wild where they live, rather than in…

For many folks -- SCUBA divers, anglers, water sports lovers, boaters and party people, in particular -- just south of Miami is where Florida really…

Growing up along the beaches of Fort Lauderdale, I didn’t have reason to visit the Panhandle of Florida. A beach is a beach is a…

Where the boys were is now where the families are in a city that worked hard to break away from its spring break party destination…

Fort Myers consists of Fort Myers Beach, North Fort Myers and Fort Myers, as well as neighboring islands of Sanibel and Captiva. The city became…

Take a walk along the beaches of Fort Walton Beach on Florida's "Emerald Coast," and you'll quickly understand how this coastal region earned its nickname.…

Located between Miami and Fort Lauderdale along Florida's east coast, Hollywood Beach contains 4 miles of beaches that beckon visitors to come play in the…

Islamorada is the Sport Fishing Capital of the World, with various types of fish who inhabit the area and thousands of tourists (and locals) who…

With its animal attractions, big-league sports scene, and happy beaches, metropolitan Jacksonville -- Florida’s biggest city in area and population -- is a natural draw…

Just under 20 miles north of Palm Beach, Florida, is this Florida town bursting with family fun. Families are sure to have a great day…

This 7-mile-long island just south of South Beach is an ideal base for a family vacation when you want to be close to all that…

Sunny Key Largo is the first island families find when they drive to the Florida Keys. It's also the largest in size, at 33 miles…

With Duval Street, a could-be distant cousin to New Orleans' Bourbon Street, Key West is typically seen as a party town -- and it is.…

Before moving to Florida when I was 14, my family lived in Illinois and once a year drove to Florida to visit the Magic Kingdom.…

A visit to Lake Worth, Florida, a small beach town just over 10 miles from Palm Beach, is sure to be filled with sunshine and…

We'll call it LEGOLAND 2.0. The first LEGOLAND in the U.S. began rocking the West Coast back in '99 with it's wildly popular park located…

The central Florida destination of choice for young families and the ultimate land of make-believe, Disney's Magic Kingdom Park delivers magic, memories and non-stop fun…

When the Florida Keys come to mind, most of us think of Key West, and with good reason -- the island is a hub for…

The largest and northernmost of the Ten Thousand Islands, Marco Island radiates a relaxed rhythm that's friendly and welcoming to families. Located near Naples and…

Travel south along the Space Coast’s Route A1A to Melbourne's beaches, and you'll find more gnarly surfing action. This harbor city rests on both the…

When most people think of Miami, they are thinking South Beach or Miami Beach; that exciting strip of land separated by the mainland and nearly…

If you think Miami is just hot, hot, hot and supermodels and scantily dressed beachgoers, well, sure, that part of Miami does exist. But that's…

Presenting a good dose of glitz and glamour, along with a laid-back beachy vibe, Naples, on Florida's Paradise Coast, offers a mix of sand and…

When it comes to action, adventure and entertainment, there's no match for the extraordinary package that Orlando offers for families. From dazzling parades and interactive…

Panama City Beach became famous for its 27 miles of white-sand beach, and then infamous for its spring break parties for college students, and is…

Pensacola is at the Panhandle’s furthest western tip, close to Alabma’s Gulf Shores. Between Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key are some of the Panhandle’s most…

This sleepy, beach resort town is ideal for those seeking white sands, blue ocean waters and green golf courses. Ponte Vedra Beach is located on…

A visit to Port Saint Lucie, Florida, located just under an hour north of Palm Beach, is sure to be the perfect combination of relaxing…

If you think Hawaii and the Caribbean are the only nearby areas with islands offering laid-back beaches, you haven't heard about Florida's best-kept secret --…

Blessed with one of the sweetest stretches of white sand in the United States, Sarasota deserves its reputation as one of Florida's cherished getaways for…

From rocking roller coasters to calm kiddy rides and spectacular killer shark shows to comical displays of animal antics, SeaWorld Orlando delivers a diverse line-up…

Part of the greater Sarasota area, Siesta Key skips to the beat of its own drum. That's particularly true on Sunday nights when one of…

The Southwest Gulf Coast of Florida includes the visitor-friendly beaches and towns of Tampa, Clearwater, St. Petersburg, Sarasota, Fort Myers, Marco Island, Captiva Island and…

What's a great way to wind down from an action-packed central Florida theme park vacation? Take one part sand and surf and add a kid-friendly…

Founded in 1565 by Don Pedro Menendez de Aviles, St. Augustine is the oldest city in the United States. Given its Spanish origins, the city…

St. Petersburg, lovingly referred to as St. Pete's, is made up of St. Pete, St. Pete's Beach, Tarpon Springs, Treasure Island, Clearwater Beach and more…

Tallahassee is best known for Florida State University. It should be known for much more. In fact, we’re convinced it’s one of the best small…

Located on Florida's west coast not far from the Gulf of Mexico, Tampa took root as an Indian fishing village, but through the years has…

The Palm Beach County area is actually a number of different towns: Palm Beach Gardens, Palm Beach Island, West Palm Beach, North Palm Beach and…

A mecca for amusement park-loving families, Orlando is one of those destinations that families return to time and time again, year after year. If you're…

Part of Universal Orlando Resort, Islands of Adventure is -- not for lack of a better word -- a true adventure for families, particularly those…

Shark teeth -- for youngsters, they are Venice, Florida’s greatest attraction. The fact that you find them on Venice Beach makes for win-win days that…

Vero Beach stubbornly resists pigeon-holing. Preconceptions that it’s an enclave for rich retirees get shattered by a funky, retro vibe that can best be described…