http://www.visitflorida.com/family/ As one of the world's greatest family destinations, Florida's theme parks, nature preserves and cities make for the ultimate family trip. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/richard-petty-driving-experience http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/richard-petty-driving-experience When you rev the 600-horsepower engine of a NASCAR machine, you feel it in your bones. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/thrill-quest http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/thrill-quest Adventurers, thrill seekers, adrenaline junkies - those are just a few of the names for people like me, people with a penchant for thrill rides. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/good-natured-families http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/good-natured-families Charlotte Harbor & the Gulf Islands offers several activities where families can rekindle their relationships... while having fun learning about the natural wonders of Florida. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/adventure-for-all-ages-in-st.-petersburg-clearwater http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/adventure-for-all-ages-in-st.-petersburg-clearwater Family adventures abound in the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area with exciting attractions and activities that are geared towards all ages, from preschoolers and elementary kids to 'tweens and teens. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/seashell-jubilee http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/seashell-jubilee The beach just got better! Along with casual beachfront restaurants, quirky shops and welcoming hotels, families visiting Pensacola Beach will discover a new wealth of treasures along its shoreline: seashells! http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/getting-wet-and-wild-jacksonville-style http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/getting-wet-and-wild-jacksonville-style A family of six finds waterside adventures for all ages in Jacksonville & the Beaches. If they can keep the whole family happy, so can you. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/by-land-by-sea-with-family http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/by-land-by-sea-with-family A family learning vacation exploring land attractions and time spent enamored with the sea in the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/uber-cool-overnights http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/uber-cool-overnights Overnight digs in Kissimmee that offer cool kids' suites, special "kids' packs" of activities and even a playhouse right in the lobby. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/sandcastle-wishes-and-ice-cream-dreams http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/sandcastle-wishes-and-ice-cream-dreams Ever dreamt of having your own beach house? Well your dream can come true on Anna Maria Island with a fun-for-all-ages family beach vacation. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/family-reunions-101 http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/family-reunions-101 Looking for painless, low-stress and economical ways to plan a family reunion? Look no further than the St. Petersburg/Clearwater area. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/pensacolas-family-attractions http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/pensacolas-family-attractions From the jaw-dropping skill of the Blue Angels to cuddly animals at the zoo, experience Pensacola's awesome kid-centric attractions. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/kissimmee-the-coolest-place-to-be-during-the-holidays http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/kissimmee-the-coolest-place-to-be-during-the-holidays I've seen Orlando plenty of times, but not like this. There was snow – and ice. Two million pounds of it sculpted into a spectacular holiday display. This extravaganza of frozen water is aptly named: ICE! at Gaylord Palms. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/blast-off-or-come-down-to-earth-at-cocoa-beach http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/blast-off-or-come-down-to-earth-at-cocoa-beach The Cocoa Beach area, also known as "The Space Coast" because of its ties to Kennedy Space Center, retains the same classic charm from your younger days, plus more modern-age draws and other surprises. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/wild-about-marathon http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/wild-about-marathon For kids, unbridled exuberance is a typical reaction in Marathon, a favorite Middle Keys family vacation spot. Play with dolphins, visit a hospital just for turtles, seek out cool wildlife on a nature trail, coast over old railroad bridges and feed the fish while you eat dinner. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/adventures-in-the-swamp http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/adventures-in-the-swamp At Billie Swamp Safari on South Florida's Seminole Reservation, life hasn't changed much in 150 years. Close your eyes for a minute and it's easy to imagine you're back in a time when "cracker" cowboys herded cattle through the scrub and painted warriors ruled the swamps. Take a swamp buggy tour or airboat ride... http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/waterscape-brings-family-fun-to-fort-walton-beach http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/waterscape-brings-family-fun-to-fort-walton-beach A new vacation rental property called Waterscape will add water park fun and island-style elegance to the Northwest Florida coastline when it opens this spring. 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And everyone gets a little pampering, too. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/butterflies-beaches-and-fall-breezes http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/butterflies-beaches-and-fall-breezes Fall in Beaches of South Walton is just cool enough when it comes to weather. When it comes to families, things don't get any cooler. In the fall, Beaches of South Walton on Northwest Florida's Emerald Coast comes to life with a flurry of activities that go beyond the beach... http://visitflorida.com/articles/exploring-hollywood-beach http://visitflorida.com/articles/exploring-hollywood-beach It might be nestled between two fast-paced party towns in South Florida, but Hollywood Beach is a laidback destination that's loaded with family appeal. Go biking along the famous oceanfront Broadwalk, make a splash downtown and check out area parks for a Florida-style family adventure... http://visitflorida.com/articles/panama-city-beach-retreat http://visitflorida.com/articles/panama-city-beach-retreat Panama City Beach is no longer a sleepy beach town, but it's not all about the pop and glitter featured on those teen TV programs, either. What you can count on: breathtaking beaches, near-perfect weather and plenty of fun, G-rated entertainment – plus a wide selection of hotels and resorts... http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/pure-beach-appeal http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/pure-beach-appeal On Anna Maria Island in the Bradenton area, you can have your dream beach vacation with the whole family in tow. With seven miles of idyllic Gulf beaches, tons of family activities and a wide choice of accommodations, your vision of the perfect beach getaway won't just look good on paper... http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/family-fantasy http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/family-fantasy Fun family escapes are within easy reach in Central Florida's Polk County. Here, you can experience classic Florida attractions, outdoor adventures and sky-high thrills without the crowds and long waits. The area has all the ingredients for an exciting, hassle-free family getaway that won't break the bank...