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Pelican Grand Beach Resort, Ft. Lauderdale, Florida

Located in Ft. Lauderdale away from the city's busy nightlife, this resort aims to provide adults with a relaxing beach getaway while giving kids the fun they want.As we drove up to the Pelican...

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No-Cost Fun in Jacksonville, Florida

Spend a week touring Jacksonville: see historical ships and concerts, indulge in chocolates, and play outdoors -- without spending a dime.Most families look to beach resorts, Disney World, Miami's...

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Pink Shell Beach Resort and Spa

A classic Gulf Coast Florida resort adds new villas, a fun pool and other contemporary amenities to appeal to today's families. When I was told the Pink Shell Beach Resort had an 'Octopool,'...

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JW Marriott Grande Lakes

Upscale family resorts are sprouting all over Orlando as quickly as timeshares. One of the newest entries is the Grande Lakes development that includes a Ritz-Carlton and JW Marriott....

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Miami Beach International Travellers Hostel

We were determined to discover Miami on a budget.  Looking for a reasonable hotel in South Beach for a girlfriend...

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Kicking Back on Palm Island, Florida

If you want a peaceful few days of long walks on the beach and beautiful sunsets each evening, head to the Palm Island Resort in Cape Haze, Florida. It isn't easy.  We hated the Florida...

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Disney’s Animal Kingdom

In 2008, Disney's Animal Kingdom celebrated its 10th Anniversary, recognizing the success of the...

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Sunset Key Guest Cottages – Luxury Resort in Key West

Find out if the exclusive Sunset Key Guest Cottages off the coast of Key West make the grade for those seeking...

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Rosemary Beach Rising – Florida Utopia

An idealized resort development take the Florida beach vacation in a new direction; your family guide to local resources. It takes some imagination to envision what Rosemary Beach, Florida will...

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Canalboating Along Florida’s Okeechobee Waterway

A canalboat journey is an ideal multi-generational vacation for the family who likes to earn their keep by navigating and fishing for supper. Only the sound of fish jumping nearby broke the silence...

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Ritz-Carlton, Naples, Florida

Recently renovated, this ultra-ritzy Gulf Coast resort retains its Old World style while catering to families with new programs and amenities. The Ritz-Carlton, Naples is proof that this venerable...

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Tallahassee, Florida Attractions

Think you know Florida? Make sure you don't overlook the capital city--Tallahassee has its own Southern charm and family fun.Think you know Florida? Make sure you don't overlook the capital city--Tallahassee...

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Pet Friendly Places to Stay on Fort Myers Beach

My husband and I always travel with our beloved pooch, Mimi.  That's why I always try to find pet friendly rentals for my rental business.We reside on Fort...

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Key West Welcomes Gay Families With Fun

This "rainbow" Florida Key is especially welcoming to LGBT families, who will find many child-friendly places and things to do within a very accepting community of fellow travelers. The character and...

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Pensacola: The Hidden Heart Of Florida

From the Blue Angels air show to the sparkling green waters of the Gulf of Mexico, Pensacola is more than a beach, it's a hot spot of culture, history, and fun. From the Blue Angels air show to the...

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The 11 Best Things for Grandparents to Do with Their Grandkids in Orlando

Here is a list of my favorite 11 things to do with my grandparents in Orlando Around Orlando: AA++ Eat at NBA City. NBA City is located...

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Florida Is Really Fun

I went to a resort called Sandestin. It is so big it has it’s own zip code. Sandestin is located in Destin, Florida. It is 2,400 acres in size. We stayed on the 20th floor of one of the main hotels....

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Sharing a Find in “Old Florida”

My wife and I enjoy your newsletter. We recently moved to Cape San Blas, to a small town on Florida’s Panhandle Gulf Coast and we love it here. We’ve...

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Dining Medieval Family Style in Orlando

My mom and I were able to visit a place and time long gone at the "Castle," located on Highway 192 in Kissimmee, Florida. Not sure what to expect, I was intrigued by the place called...

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Travel Trends 2003: Togethering Is The Trend Of The Year

Trends Report - December, 2003: In 2003, statistics showed that families were viewing vacations increasingly as reunion opportunities, and that those in the travel industry were adjusting accordingly.

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