Sail into the sunset with food, bubbly, wilderness and a little culture all thrown in together on these five elegant Key West cruises. (Photo: Viator.com) Key West conjures up images of Caribbean culture, taking a catamaran cruise through the balmy Gulf of Mexico, magnificent marine life and Ernest Hemingway fishing with a cold beer in hand. Located at the tip of the Florida Keys, 165 miles from Miami, it is the perfect place to find a private sunset cruise or shared boat trip. You’ll see boats wherever you go in these parts, so there’s little enticement needed to get out onto the open sea ..read more

Combining all the thrills of a conventional water theme park with the chance to get up-close and personal with a diverse array of exotic marine life, SeaWorld is a magical experience for all who visit. A family peer through a glass enclosure at SeaWorld Orlando (Photo: SeaWorld) There are a vast number of online resources that sell tickets for SeaWorld’s Orlando outpost, with many offering special deals and discounts, plus packages that combine tickets with hotel stays, fast-track queuing for rides and access to neighbouring theme parks. To help you pick the right choice for your preferences ..read more

A tour of the Kennedy Space Center in Florida is one of the most unique travel experiences in America. (Photo: Getyourguide.com) Something about the endless possibilities of our Universe, and the fact that it pushes us to the edge of our capabilities as a species, is utterly captivating. Located on Florida’s Merritt Island, the Kennedy Space Center (KSC) and nearby Cape Canaveral Air Force Station are within easy reach of downtown Orlando. Tours from the city’s hotels to the space station are the ideal way to relax and let somebody else take care of the organization so that you can experienc ..read more

Best known for its idyllic beaches, designer shopping and vibrant nightlife, Miami is also a hugely popular destination with families. Colourful play areas at Miami Children’s Museum (Photo: Smart Destinations via Flickr / CC BY-SA 2.0) In fact, there are so many kid-friendly things to see and do in and around Miami that putting together an itinerary for you and your family can be a little daunting. To give you a kick start, we’ve harnessed the full might of TravelMag’s research powers and come up with 20 fun and fascinating activities, attractions and places of interest in and around Miami ..read more

One of the world’s most popular fishing destinations, Islamorada offers a huge number of fishing charters for both novice and veteran anglers. (Photo: Fishingbooker.com) Often referred to as the Sport Fishing Capital of the World, Islamorada encompasses six of the Florida Keys and is renowned for the numerous breath-taking coral reefs that can be found nearby. For most visitors, it is merely a pass-through on the way to vibrant Key West, but for fishing enthusiasts it is the ultimate destination. If you’re seeking a memorable angling adventure in Florida, we’ve picked out five of the best fi ..read more

One of the world’s most popular theme parks, Universal Studios Orlando draws vast numbers of visitors every year. The entrance to Universal Studios Orlando (Photo: LunchboxLarry via Flickr / CC BY 2.0) Opened over three decades ago, the world-renowned family entertainment venue is actually three theme parks in one – Universal Studios Florida, Universal’s Islands of Adventure, and Universal’s Volcano Bay water park. Themed around the entertainment industry, each offers a vast number of rides, attractions and live shows, inviting guests to immerse themselves in the worlds of movies and televis ..read more

With Miami’s many sights spread out around the city, getting from one neighborhood to the next could not be easier than on a bus tour. (Photo: Getyourguide.com) Miami is a hectic, modern city, where traffic-laden bridges and water are just some of the challenges to getting around for visitors. Kick back and let somebody else do the stressful driving so you can spend your energy where it matters: exploring the glamor of Miami Beach, the historic architectural charm of Ocean Drive’s Art Deco buildings, and the murals, eateries and pockets of unique culture that make the city so vibrant. Here a ..read more

Look out for the bottlenose dolphins living in the waters around Fort Myers on one of these top boat cruises. (Photo: Viator.com) Southwestern Florida is the ideal gateway to the stunning marine life that calls the Gulf of Mexico home. And with its location on the broad estuary of the Caloosahatchee River, Fort Myers is a great place to find dolphin tours, thanks to the resident population of bottlenose dolphins that enjoy frolicking in the calmer waters, further protected by offshore islands. Cruises depart on most days of the year, including at sunset when the dolphins are at their most ac ..read more

Zoom up and down the Miami coastline in style on one of these awesome guided  jet ski tours or freestyle rentals. (Photo: Getyourguide.com) Miami is one of those cities where image counts for a lot. The city is packed with photogenic locales from the Art Deco buildings lining Miami Beach to the murals of Wynwood. And while the waterfront is often packed with active people looking to buff up, it’s on the water where the real adrenaline-infused style can be triggered. There are dozens of Miami jet ski rentals and guided jet skiing experiences. Here are five of the best. Miami Guided ..read more

Take to the skies for a new perspective of Miami on one of these five thrilling parasailing experiences. (Photo: Getyourguide.com) Cast your gaze over the Miami shoreline and you will see plenty of activities in action, including boating, swimming, and beach volleyball. But above the horizon, there is one experience that offers the additional thrill of flight: parasailing. Conventionally holding two or three people, these colorful parasailing chutes are attached by ropes to a speedboat, which race over the water, parallel to the shoreline, offering incredible bird’s-eye views of the sprawlin ..read more