Peninsular Florida is the south easternmost U.S. state, with the Atlantic on one side and the Gulf of Mexico on the other. Nicknamed the “Sunshine State,” it has hundreds of miles of beaches. Miami is known for its Latin flavour and influential arts scene, as well as its nightlife, especially in upscale South Beach. Orlando is famed for theme parks, including Walt Disney World.

2. WHAT’S THIS ALL ABOUT?
Peninsular Florida is the south easternmost U.S. state, with the Atlantic on one
side and the Gulf of Mexico on the other. Nicknamed the “Sunshine State,” it has
hundreds of miles of beaches. Miami is known for its Latin flavour and influential
arts scene, as well as its nightlife, especially in upscale South Beach. Orlando is
famed for theme parks, including Walt Disney World.

3. ATTRACTIONS
Universal Studios: Divided geographically by region-specific architecture and
ambience and marvellously themed with as a Hollywood backlot, Universal Studios'
simulation-heavy rides and shows are dedicated to silver screen and TV icons. And if
you're looking for thrills, you'll find two of Orlando's best roller coasters, Revenge of the
Mummy and Hollywood Rip Ride Rockit.
Epcot: An acronym for 'Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow,' Epcot was
Disney's vision of a high-tech city when it opened in 1982. It's divided into two halves:
Future World , with rides and corporate-sponsored interactive exhibits, and World
Showcase , providing an interesting toe-dip into the cultures of 11 countries.
Daytona International Speedway: The Holy Grail of raceways has a diverse race
schedule. Ticket prices skyrocket for good seats at big races, headlined by the
Daytona 500 in February. It's worth wandering the massive stands for free on non-race
days. First-come, first-served tram tours take in the track, pits and behind-the-scenes
areas. The 30-minute Speedway Tour covers the basics. Die-hard revheads may wish
to up the ante with the hour-long All Access Tour or three-hour VIP Tour ; the latter
covers everything NASCAR from the comfort of an air-conditioned coach.

4. WEATHER
The climate of the north and central parts of the US state of Florida is humid
subtropical. South Florida has a tropical savannah climate. There is a defined
rainy season from May through October, when air mass thundershowers that
build in the heat of the day, drop heavy but brief summer rainfall.
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5. CULTURE
The culture of Florida is similar to the rest of United States of America
culture, but as a coastal state, Florida culture has been influenced by
immigrant populations, especially those from Europe and Latin America.
Florida is a melting pot as well as an international crossroad to the
United States. As one of the Southern states, Florida has long been
influenced by Southern culture. Some Southern culture remains partly
prominent in the state, particularly in the Panhandle, North Central
Florida, the First Coast and the Florida Heartland. More recently the
state has been influenced by the cultures of people moving in from
foreign countries and other parts of the United States.

6. IDEAL FOR…?
Florida is ideal for families, mates and for that romantic break with your partner.
With lots to offer, Florida caters to every need.
Adrenaline junkies out there will have a whale of a time with the vast variety of
roller coasters to choose from.

7. WHAT NOW?
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