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Overview

The state of Florida is diverse in its gifts, with everything from theme parks and Latin and Caribbean culture to wildlife, wetlands, and, of course, multitudes of beaches.


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Best Things to Do

Florida has theme parks, natural wonders and tons of culture experiences. Here are 13 of our favorite things to do in the Sunshine State.

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Best Places to Visit

The Sunshine State draws visitors with top beaches, theme parks and cities packed with culture and nightlife. Here are the best places to go in Florida.

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Best Road Trips

With natural wonders, world-famous attractions and sunshine aplenty, Florida is perfect for road-tripping. Here are the best routes in the Sunshine State.

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Gulf Shores is famous for its white sand beaches and great weather
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Beaches

The best beaches on the Gulf Coast

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