Florida Holidays

There are direct flights available between the major UK airports and Florida.

• Currency: US Dollar
• Time difference: GMT -5
• Flight time from the UK: 9 hours
• Visa: ESTA required before travel
• Language: American English
• Must try drink: South Beach Mojito
• Must try food: Deep Fried Gator Tail or Key Lime Pie

Florida Activities

If you just so happen to be a thrill-seeker or a Disney fan, Florida is the destination for you. Offering an abundance of unique theme parks, each day can be packed full of a adventure that all of the family will enjoy. Get in touch with your inner child and enjoy the wonder of Disney World; whether you’re taking the little ones to meet their favourite character or reliving your own childhood, the magic of Disney is irresistible. There are, however, a number of other theme parks that shouldn’t be overlooked; including Universal Studios, SeaWorld and Legoland, just to name a few. Ride the rollercoasters, tuck in to delicious snacks from the many vendors around the park and see your favourite movies come to life before your eyes.

Florida Food & Drink

Whether you have a sweet tooth or prefer savoury snacks, there’s a long list of Florida specialities that will tantalise your taste buds. Deep-fried conch fritters - plucked straight from the shores of the Sunshine State itself - are surprisingly delicious, with a mouth-wateringly crunchy coating and serving of tartar sauce on top. Swill this meal down with the freshest orange juice you’ll ever taste - another Floridian speciality. As well as oranges, Florida is known for its succulent, sweet strawberries, creating a plethora of desserts featuring the fruit including strawberry shortcake. When it comes to sweet treats, however, you can’t miss out on the iconic key lime pie.

Florida Attractions

With a vast coastline of golden sandy beaches, a trip to the Sunshine State wouldn’t be complete without a trip to the coast. Head to Miami, where there’s more fun to be had than just sunbathing. From speedboat sightseeing tours to parasailing high in the sky, there’s no shortage of activities on this beach alone. Everglades National Park is another popular spot, and it's not hard to see why. Tour this enormous park with the help of a ranger, who can show you all of the amazing wildlife that lives within the forest. If that’s not for you, you can also go cycling, fishing or even geocaching - so even if you’re not one who enjoys hiking, there are a number of activities to help you appreciate nature.