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Sightseeing in Miami

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If you’re traveling to Miami Florida the first sightseeing stop you’ll probably want to make is to South Beach where you’ll see the beautiful beach and ocean, some sunbathing beauties and possibly a celebrity or two. But there is much more to see and do in the Miami area. For sightseeing options in Miami other [...]

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Weekend Getaways to Miami

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Miami is one of those cities that is perfect for a weekend getaway, in fact it’s a noted hotspot for celebrities looking for a quick mini vacation from the world. Miami has so much to offer that you can cater to almost every personality and interest. The best way to experience Miami is to take [...]

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Family Dining in Orlando

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A family adventure in Orlando is something most families attempt at least once, some actually make the trip annually. But even in Orlando, finding a family friendly restaurant that is priced right and will serve a variety of nutritious meals that your kids will eat is a challenge. Luckily there are some restaurants that will [...]

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Top Beaches and Beach Activities in Miami

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Miami Florida is known for its beaches, South Beach in particular, where the sand is powder soft, the surf is turquoise and azure blue and the beautiful people are sometimes topless.  Miami’s beaches are so popular they attract people and celebrities from all around the world, so keep your eyes open for celebrity sightings.

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Travel Photo of the Day 9/2/2009 Key Biscayne, Florida

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The Travel Photo of the Day for 9/2/2009 is of Crandon Park Beach in Key Biscayne, Florida and was taken by joiseyshowaa

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Crandon Park Beach, located in Key Biscayne, Florida, consists of two miles of pristine white sand. The lagoon-style beach has become a prime tourist destination for visitors to the area, as [...]

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Best Spas in Miami

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Miami is an oasis for the rich and famous but it’s still accessible and affordable for people who have average incomes and don’t travel with paparazzi in tow. This creates a unique blend of people looking to simply experience fun in the sun on the coast. When your primary goal is one of relaxation and [...]

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Romantic Destinations & Getaways in Orlando

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Sure, Orlando is the home of the great mouse (or one of his homes) but Orlando and the surrounding area is not just for the kiddies, if you look carefully enough there are places for the adults to play as well.

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Family Attractions in Ft. Lauderdale

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Ft. Lauderdale is known as “America’s Venice” because of the number of canals it has. There are water taxis that make it fun for the whole family to go on aquatic tours. It also has the deepest port, Port Everglades, in Florida making it a major boating industry hub.

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Key West Sunset – Travel Photo of the Day 3/23/2009

The Travel Photo of the Day for 3/23/2009 is from Key West Florida and was taken by Steve Weaver

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Key West is the southernmost city in the United States located on the tip of Florida, and is only 94 miles from Cuba. Natives born in the area refer to themselves as “conchs”, [...]

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Best Places to Shop in Orlando

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Orlando is not just a paradise, it’s a shopper’s paradise. There’s great bargains to be found all over the city as well as shopping malls galore. After a morning of shopping, whether it’s for high-end fashion or discount outlet stores, you’ll be ready to work on your tan in a new bathing suit and out [...]

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Sightseeing in Tampa

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With 165 parks and beaches within the city limits of Tampa, there are plenty of opportunities to enjoy the temperate climate, sea air and sand between your toes. You’re not likely to miss a meal with the multitude of fine dining options before or after enjoying the exciting nightlife or fun attractions. There are  also many sightseeing opportunities [...]

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Hot Restaurants in Tampa Bay

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Tampa Bay is a culinary hotspot, positioned comfortably on the Gulf of Mexico with a large Latin American flair combined with Mediterranean style and fresh seafood staples. True dining bliss for those who love spicy seafood that simply bursts with flavor.

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Museums in Miami

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Miami is probably best known for South Beach where topless sunbathing is the norm and art deco architectural style is prevalent. It’s also renowned for its diverse ethic backgrounds and wild parties, but Miami has a lot more to offer tourists and locals, especially in the way of museums. Pretty much every topic you’d like [...]

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Golf Courses in Fort Lauderdale

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Warming the area with 3,000 hours of sunshine each year and winter temperatures averaging 68 degrees, it is no surprise that the Fort Lauderdale area is one of the best year-round vacation spots in the U.S. Even though August and September can pour the heaviest rains of the season, the rest of the year offers [...]

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Free Birthday Admission to Disney Parks in 2009

If you are planning a vacation to a Walt Disney park, your best bet is to delay your trip to 2009 and get ready to celebrate your birthday Disney style. The reason being that Disney recently announced that free admission will be offered to those people celebrating a birthday.

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Tampa Beaches

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People who are going to be heading to Tampa, Florida this summer are probably going for one reason and one reason only; they want to spend time on the beautiful beaches of Tampa Bay. There are plenty of other things that you can do while you’re in Tampa, of course, but the majority of people [...]

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Gaylord Palms Hotel Review

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This luxury style resort is conveniently located within minutes of Walt Disney World (about 1.5 miles from the main gate of the theme parks) and 20 minutes from the Orlando airport. The resort itself is located on 65 acres of land that are beautifully maintained, while the hotel contains a spectacular atrium that fills the [...]

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Visiting the Bahamas

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The Bahamas offer a fun, close-to-home, warm-weather destination, ideal for an affordable, easily accessible getaway. Your Bahamian adventure can be a look at island history, a shopping extravaganza, and a fisherman’s dream. The Bahamas, a collection of over 700 islands and cays, are located east of Florida and north [...]

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Visiting Panama City Beach Florida

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Panama City Beach, located on the Gulf of Mexico along Florida’s Panhandle, is a popular resort destination, especially among families and students during spring break season. The quiet seaside community boasts 27 miles of coastline, affordable accommodations, 300 days of sunshine, and a carefree and relaxed lifestyle.

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Family Restaurants in Fort Lauderdale

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Fort Lauderdale is called the “Venice of America” because of it’s intricate and extensive canal system. It’s a big yachting center with over a hundred marinas and boat yards. Sun, sand and boating, what more could you want in a family vacation? Here’s the surprising statistic, though, there are 4100 restaurants to choose from in [...]

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Family Restaurants in Orlando

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Orlando seems like it would be an easy place to find food for kids. After all, it’s where is located. And that’s true – there are many terrific restaurants all throughout the city that offer food for children. The problem is that most adults don’t want to eat at those places. It’s not that the [...]

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Orlando’s Gatorland

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Sure, Orlando’s major theme parks are fun, but when in Central Florida, make sure to allow time to visit some of the lesser-known attractions in the area, such as . This 110-acre wildlife preserve is located midway between Orlando and Kissimmee and features thousands of alligators and crocodiles as well as other animal and plant [...]

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Universal Studios: Islands of Adventure Theme Park

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Scuba Diving in Florida Keys

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The Florida Keys offers some of the most spectacular scuba diving in the United States. Located on the southern tip of the Florida peninsula extending to 90 miles north of Cuba, most of the waters are protected by the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary. Within this area of 2,800 square nautical miles is the only [...]

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