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Article #71: Your Dream Florida Family Vacation

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Families just can't get enough of resorts in Florida that you may want to
Florida, the sun city. Beautiful beaches visit like Clearwater Beach, Radisson
and exciting theme parks are abundant in Sand Key, Sheraton Sand Key and the
this part of the world. Family resorts Tradewinds Island Resorts.
are numerous that offer a variety of Busch Gardens at Tampa Bay offer
packages for you family. thrilling roller coaster and water rides
Some of the places you must consider for with an African twist. Swimming with
that wonderful vacation you have in mind manatees is one of the highlights when
is Amelia Island. It has lovely beaches you visit Crystal River Wildlife Refuge.
and a historical fort with actors playing Since your Florida family vacation will
period characters. Sea foods are not be complete if you don't visit Disney
oh-so-heavenly in this island. Kids' World, make sure that you have the
Camps can also be found in Amelia Island following in mind:
plantation that would have activities It is essential that you pick the best
planned out for the whole family. time of year for your visit. Note when is
Here are some other places the family the time when it is not too hot for the
will definitely enjoy. The Blizzard Beach kids and there are not too many people so
Waterpark, Sea World, Discovery Cove and you could truly enjoy all the perks.
Universal Studios are all in this Base your visit according to the Extra
wonderful state. And of course, the Magic Hour when one of the theme parks
world-famous Walt Disney World Resorts open early. If you cannot make it early,
are must-sees. Your children will surely just don't go there for the day because
have the time of their lives in these of the rush. This, therefore,
places. necessitates the need to be early when
The Space Coast and the Kennedy Space visiting the theme parks. Don't forget to
Center are must-see places especially for consider their closing time as well, as
your future-astronaut kids. Ecological this might affect your schedule for the
tours will also serve to be educational rest of the day.
and fun for your kids as you visit It is good to avoid the most heated part
saltwater estuaries, wildlife refuges and of the day. This would be the perfect
marshes. time to take a rest at your hotel and
Hotels and resorts can be found at just go back early in the evening to
strategic locations that are accessible complete your adventure.
to most of the popular travel spots in Fastpasses will save you a lot of time to
Florida. Finding a home-base while at the avoid standing at long lines for the most
area will not pose a problem for your famous rides. Just use these passes for
family, there's a lot to choose from. the most popular rides.
If you're looking for activities for you Bring snacks and lots of drinks for the
and your young ones, Club Med along the entire family to save on cash.
St. Lucie River may be the right place Dehydration is a common problem when
for you. Your family will enjoy walking all day and enjoying. If you have
waterskiing, trapeze, golf and to eat in the park, go for the power
wakeboarding. Snorkeling is available in buffet meals, they may come out cheaper.
the Florida Keys for your children as Advanced reservations at restaurants may
young as eight. be very helpful and very easy. To get
For the nature lovers, Sanibel and that seat, reserve ahead of time.
Captiva Islands are two beautiful spots Disney World has a transportation system
that include unpolluted beaches with that allows you to take the rides every
shallow shorelines. Captiva Islands also hour of the day and night that will bring
boasts of a mangrove forest that is a you from one park to another.
habitat of sea turtles and even hawks. Most importantly, dress down. Use cool
You can go fishing, boating, hiking and and comfy clothes and shoes while doing
parasailing in this beautiful spot. all your visits to the exciting places of
There are many more beaches and spots Florida State.






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