Nick Messe

Florida is the spot for a perfect vacation for so many reasons. Northerners can load up the van and with drivers taking shifts, they can cross the state line within twenty-four hours. Or you can hop on a plane and be there in less time than it took you to drive to the airport.

For many people, their first trip to Florida is a family pilgrimage to Disneyworld.

If you are a regular visitor to Florida or exploring your options for a perfect Florida vacation for the first time, why not try something a little unusual.

Everyone tends to go to the big name places, such as Disney World, Daytona Beach, Busch Gardens and Kennedy Space Center. These are all fine attractions, but if you want to satisfy your more adventurous side, check out some of the islands of South West Florida.

The sparkling gulf coast of Florida attracts thousands of sun seeking visitors from all around the world every year, and with very good reason.

Warmed by the sparkling waters of the gulf, cooled by lovely breezes, and kissed by radiant sunshine, visitors are pretty much guaranteed a perfect Florida vacation.

Start your fun holiday by pleasing the kids, and of course the other youngsters in your family, no matter what their ages.

For a fun family holiday that's bound to please everyone, there's nothing quite like a southwest Florida vacation. Just think of warm blue water, sun-kissed beaches, soft breezes blowing off the gulf coast, and then start to plan your trip to paradise.

You might be forgiven for stopping off in the Orlando area to see the usual Florida attractions like Walt Disney World, Discovery Cove, Sea World, and Universal Studios.

It's not too late to plan a Fourth of July celebration in South West Florida. Why not celebrate the birth of the United States of America by vacationing in the beautiful city of Naples. Just as darkness falls on this great holiday, fireworks will erupt in a fabulous show of bursting blooms and exploding glittering stars.

Naples is located in Collier County, Florida, USA.

Sanibel Island on the southwest coast of Florida is one of the most beautiful places in the world for a get-away. Whether you are planning a family vacation, a wedding, a honeymoon, or just wanting to escape the harsh northern winters, Sanibel is calling to you.

There is no need to board a boat to get to Sanibel. There is a spectacular causeway of three bridges.