5 Must-Do Things in Florida

If you are planning a visit to Florida, be it for the first time, or your tenth visit, then you know there are countless things to see and do. With miles of coastline, beautiful beaches, boardwalks and amusement parks there is something for everyone to see, try and experience.

Here are 5 must-do things in Florida on your next vacation:

A Visit to the Everglades

The Everglades is the second-largest national park in the United States and consists of over a million acres of swamps and marshes. The glades are also home to a variety of animals, flora and fauna. When visiting Florida, you can book a tour of the Everglades to see them up close and personal, in a safe and fun way.

Disney World

One of Florida’s best known tourist destinations is Disney World. Boasting rides, theme parks and best of all, Mickey Mouse himself. Disney world can be a multi-day event, so plan accordingly, secure your ride passes and times early and make the most of what will be a hectic few days. If you have the time, consider adding Universal Studios as part of your Disney trip for a very cool experience.

Jet Skiing

Something fun to do in Florida would be to rent a jet ski, and jet ski rentals Fort Lauderdale make it easy to try it out. Florida has miles and miles of coastline, which is the perfect time to try out one of these personal watercrafts. On a beautiful day, nothing is more fun than hitting the beach and experiencing the waves. After a fun couple of hours of jet skiing, relax on the white-sandy beaches and soak up the sun. Get a tropical drink from the bar and hang out, or, take some surfing lessons to make the most of your trip.

Daytona 500

Florida is home to the Daytona 500, an impressive, yearly NASCAR race. Held each year in February, the elite fan will plan their vacation around this yearly race. If it’s not racing season, you can still visit the track and live like a fan for the day.

International Drive

International Drive in Florida (Orlando) is one of the premiere tourist streets in the area. With bars, restaurants, and souvenir shops, it is definitely a spot worth checking out. Make a day of this by stopping to visit some of the museum’s, including the wax museum, or, if you’re more adventurous, consider taking one of the offered helicopter tours. Avid golfers will be thrilled to know that International Drive also features a golf course.

Any trip to Florida can be fun, but planning out a few things to see and do can make your Florida trip even more exciting. Take a tour of the Everglades national park and experience nature at its extreme. Then, spend a day (or two) in Disney world. Visit Universal Studios if you can as well. Take a day to relax and learn a new activity by visiting the beach and renting a jet ski. If you’re in Florida in February, you’ll be there in time for the Daytona 500, so buy some tickets and check it out. Then, hit up a tourist hotspot on International Drive where you can visit museums and take a helicopter tour. Florida is exciting and fun, and there is definitely something for everyone.