Florida Tourism

The state of Florida is one of the most popular winter tourist destinations.  It features miles upon miles of gorgeous sandy beaches along both the Atlantic and Gulf coasts.

In addition to the outdoors, there are some interesting cities such as Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Tampa and St. Petersburg.

Many tourists enjoy pairing a Florida Vacation with a Caribbean Cruise.  Most cruises depart from Miami or Fort Lauderdale.

Fort Lauderdale Florida

Fort Lauderdale is known as the "Venice of America".  This is due to the fact that a network of canals, inland waterways and rivers make up much of the community.

Fort Lauderdale's other claim to fame is its six mile long white sandy beach. Port Everglades, an important cruise port, is also located here.

Visitor Information: Fort Lauderdale Guide

Miami Florida

Miami is Florida's largest city.  Many of its residents are former New Yorkers or Hispanic immigrants.

Miami Beach is a popular tourist destination for Americans, Canadians and other international tourists.

Visitor Information: Miami Travel Guide

Tampa Florida

The city of Tampa is a modern, attractive metropolis located on Tampa Bay in Florida.  Top attractions include the Florida Aquarium, Busch Gardens and Tampa Convention Center.

Tampa is also gateway to the beautiful Gulf Coast beaches that are located between St. Petersburg and Clearwater.

Visitor Information: Tampa Travel Guide