Favorite Florida Vacation Destination?

[Conti]

I recommend the Disney parks. I had a lot of fun when I went.

[galaxyy23]

Have you thought about going to Florida Keys? The Keys are a bit touristy but if you're looking for pristine beaches and a ton of accommodation options like condos, cottages, beach rentals, the Keys are your best bet.

Also, there are lots of things to do like snorkeling, scuba diving, deep-sea fishing and camping.

[Vicolette]

I live in Tampa and consider it one of the best vacation spots in Florida. You'll find plenty of attractions in Tampa including Busch Gardens, Adventure Island, and Lowry Park Zoo. It's a short 20 minute drive to the beautiful beaches in St. Petersburg and Clearwater and an hour plus drive to SeaWorld and Disney. We have great restaurants, an active nightlife especially in Ybor City and Channelside, family entertainment locations as well as gambling at the Seminole HardRock Casino, thoroughbred horse racing at Tampa Bay Downs, and Greyhound Racing for adults. You won't be disappointed.

[leadko1]

I think planning a trip to Disney World to have some fun checking out the rides and attractions is a nice idea especially with the kids. You could also head to St. Augustine as a ghost buster and take some tours and explore the oldest city in the United States.

Other than that, you could head to Key West to do water sport activities like boating, snorkeling and fishing, or head to Miami if you are looking to have fun on the beach all day and party all night.

[bmd]

Panama City is nice, but without question, my favorite place has always been Miami...South Beach is so very charming and relaxing, and the beaches, here, are the very cleanest and most beautiful in my opinion. Next to Miami, I'd pick Fort Lauderdale, even next to the keys. Of course, Panama City beaches are beautiful, but the surrounding city life is not quite as wonderful as Miami South Beach.

[cincinnatikid]

Sanibel Island hands down!!! Clean, private, virtually no crime and attractions for all ages within walking and biking distance!

[Vicolette]

I live in Florida on the west coast, so I'm a little partial to the St Petersburg/Clearwater beaches. My favorite spot is Treasure Island that has everything. Miles of beach, lots of hotels, motels, resorts, and cottages, water sports, and John's Pass for shopping, souvenirs, and fresh seafood. Take a day cruise, rent a jet ski, do some para-sailing, it's all there.

Key West is another fav spot. Just a beautiful drive and plenty to do once you arrive. You can stay at other spots along the way like Marathon or Islamorada if you don't want the crowds of KW.

Jupiter, another lovely spot. The whole West Palm Beach area is awesome. Miami, well, there's just too much to list. Beaches, attractions, zoo, museums, cultural area, nightlife and the food.

Disney, of course, Busch Gardens and Adventure Island in Tampa, St Augustine and the fort, Melbourne and the space center tours, Destin and even more miles of beach. Lots to do! It's almost easier to get a map, close your eyes, point and pick there's just that much to do from coast to coast.

[wanderer]

I'm a fan of the west coast, too, but really, all of Florida is pretty great.