A day out to Billie Swamp Safari, located between Miami and Fort Myers, is a great opportunity to enjoy an airboat ride, see Florida wildlife up-close, take a big-wheel Swamp Buggy Eco-Tour, see alligator feeding and watch Snake and Critter Shows.

Every year "Dr Beach" publishes his Top 10 beaches in the US.This year 2 are in Florida. Read on to find out which beaches he chose, and why.

Writers, readers and those interested in old Florida history will enjoy a trip to the Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park, which offer tours of her home with costumed guides.

Learn fascinating facts about the vast Lake Okeechobee and its surrounding cities. Fishing, airboat rides, rodeos and museums are part of the lifestyle in this area of SE Florida.

The Everglades National Park is a unique place to visit. Learn more about its wildlife and the various ways to explore this natural wonder.

Sanibel Island is a beautiful barrier island near Fort Myers, famous for its shelling beaches. Bring lunch and plan to hire a bike or canoe to explore the birds and wildlife among the protected mangroves of Ding Darling National Wildlife Reserve.

Cedar Key is a great destination if you fancy a drive along the Gulf Coast of Florida. With a long history, it offers a museum, boat trips and stunning sunsets.

There are several great places to visit in central Florida from The Villages. Natural springs, hiking trails and boardwalks all offer the chance to see Florida wildlife in its natural habitat - so read on to find some great days out

Boca Raton is an upmarket modern city on the Atlantic coast. Popular with retirees and golfers, it has meuseums, gardens, beaches and parks to entertain visitors.

Boca Raton is an upmarket city on the Atlantic coast. Read its interesting history here and find out its Japanese connections.