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/masaryktown-crop-mazes-are-farm-familys-joyful-journey http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/masaryktown-crop-mazes-are-farm-familys-joyful-journey Ted and Lisa Kessel create two labryinths a year on their Sweetfields Farm on the Hernando-Pasco county line. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/ziplines-in-florida-zoos-nature-walk-in-the-trees http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/ziplines-in-florida-zoos-nature-walk-in-the-trees One zoo director says the new attraction is an effort to lure young adults. Once they hit their tweens, he says, kids tend to roll their eyes at the idea of looking at animals. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/wild-about-drive-in-parks http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/wild-about-drive-in-parks Sure, there is plenty of wildlife in Florida, but have you ever viewed a giraffe from the comfort of your car? http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/nighttime-family-adventures http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/nighttime-family-adventures Family fun heats up when the sun goes down with these exciting nighttime attractions throughout Florida. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/museums-marine-life-and-maritime-adventures http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/museums-marine-life-and-maritime-adventures Tampa Bay is known as the destination where the Gulf of Mexico and Bay waters meet award-winning beaches. This summer, set your family vacation course to explore a new path and discover Tampa's waterfront district. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/out-of-this-world-experiences http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/out-of-this-world-experiences When I was a little girl, my family took a trip to Kennedy Space Center to see a space shuttle launch. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/luxe-for-less-in-greater-fort-lauderdale http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/luxe-for-less-in-greater-fort-lauderdale This summer, vacation like a VIP. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/west-palm-beach-waterfront-for-families http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/west-palm-beach-waterfront-for-families From the ever-popular Green Market on Saturdays to jazz concerts, family-oriented movies and annual events, West Palm Beach's Waterfront Commons has taken on a spectacular life of its own. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/gone-country http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/gone-country The Redland, Florida: Where simple pleasures are yours for the picking. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/emerald-coast-spring-fling--family-style http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/emerald-coast-spring-fling--family-style Our family discovered Florida's Emerald Coast beaches more than 30 years ago, and a spring fling became an annual tradition. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/be-a-vip-even-if-you8482re-not http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/be-a-vip-even-if-you8482re-not You don't have to be a VIP to enjoy exclusive tours and extraordinary experiences. All you need is the know-how. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/predictions-of-sun-and-fun http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/predictions-of-sun-and-fun Get in on the fall fun minus the crowds – and the chill. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/countdown-to-affordable-family-fun-in-hollywood http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/countdown-to-affordable-family-fun-in-hollywood Try these 10 wallet-friendly ways to create lifelong memories with your crew. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/kissimmee-for-kids-(and-their-families-too) http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/kissimmee-for-kids-(and-their-families-too) Boredom be gone! Zip across the treetops, feed alligators, have dinner with knights, reel in big bass and much more. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/dive-into-deals-and-diversions http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/dive-into-deals-and-diversions Find lots of summer savings along the Emerald Coast of Destin, Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island, just a one-tank trip from most of the Southeast. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/ten-mile-marathon http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/ten-mile-marathon Go the distance in this middle-Keys family paradise. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/fiestas-freebies-and-fun http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/fiestas-freebies-and-fun From lazy beach days to annual fiestas and fun beyond the shore, find something for the whole gang in Pensacola. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/kooky-spooky-st.-augustine http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/kooky-spooky-st.-augustine Discover 10 of the wackiest sights in America's oldest (continually occupied) city. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/beach-within-reach http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/beach-within-reach Fort Myers Beach makes a family beach vacation doable in any economic climate. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/five-ways-to-save-some-green http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/five-ways-to-save-some-green Save on a family getaway to the Emerald Coast of Destin, Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island with these savvy tips. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/adventures-with-tweens-and-teens http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/adventures-with-tweens-and-teens Are your kids too cool for the pool? It's time to ramp up the entertainment factor. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/keys-for-two-three-(or-more) http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/keys-for-two-three-(or-more) Hawks Cay Resort offers families endless activities and amenities, feel-like-home villas and more right in the heart of the Florida Keys. http://visitflorida.com/articles/the-boardwalk-beach-resort http://visitflorida.com/articles/the-boardwalk-beach-resort Grab the kids and live the Panama City Beach magic. http://visitflorida.com/articles/happy-kids-happy-parents http://visitflorida.com/articles/happy-kids-happy-parents From pirate parties and "dive-in" movies to mini-golf and a giant High Tide Slide, there's fun for kids, parents and even pets at St. Pete Beach's TradeWinds Island Grand. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/big-cypress-adventure http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/big-cypress-adventure See the Everglades Swamp Safari-style at Big Cypress Reservation. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/kidding-around-at-the-colony http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/kidding-around-at-the-colony Families find recreation and relaxation on beautiful Longboat Key. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/ready-set-get-wet http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/ready-set-get-wet Meet the dolphins at Miami Seaquarium for a soaking good time. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/outside-interests http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/outside-interests Get outdoors in Hollywood, where beautiful beaches, green parks and the Hollywood Beach Broadwalk mean fun for your family. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/affordable-orlando http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/affordable-orlando Get more from your Orlando vacation, and your hotel, at The Fountains resort. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/cool-kissimmee http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/cool-kissimmee Fall in love with the family-friendly nature of one of Orlando's closest neighbors. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/emerald-escape http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/emerald-escape Autumn along the Emerald Coast of Destin, Fort Walton Beach and Okaloosa Island is the quiet season and a perfect time to discover this slice of Northwest Florida. http://visitflorida.com/articles/a-ship-shape-trip http://visitflorida.com/articles/a-ship-shape-trip Whether scouting wildlife at J.N. "Ding" Darling National Wildlife Refuge, finding the perfect seashell on Turner Beach, shopping at Periwinkle Place or relaxing in a comfy Sanibel Moorings condo, a trip to Sanibel and Captiva Islands will keep your crew on its toes anticipating each exciting, fun-filled moment. http://visitflorida.com/articles/wait-till-i-tell-my-friends http://visitflorida.com/articles/wait-till-i-tell-my-friends Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades, long a secret of savvy family travelers, has a cool zoo, awesome beaches, fun family theme parks and resort programs that introduce kids to an entirely different world from back home. In fact, Paradise Coast experiences have "wait till I tell my friends" written all over 'em. http://visitflorida.com/articles/fountains-of-fun http://visitflorida.com/articles/fountains-of-fun Dive into summer at Wakoola Springs, the new 75,000-square-foot pool complex at The Fountains resort in Orlando, which offers enough fun to keep families going all day, and all evening, long. The resort's spacious villas make for a comfortable stay and a perfect home base for exploring all that Orlando has to offer families. http://visitflorida.com/articles/green-and-global http://visitflorida.com/articles/green-and-global The beach is where kids want to be, and Trump International Beach Resort sits right on the coast in Sunny Isles Beach. Close to aquariums, museums and other family-friendly attractions in Fort Lauderdale and Miami, Trump also offers little ones the VIP treatment with a green, worldwide culture-based Planet Kids program just for them. http://visitflorida.com/articles/five-family-stops-in-marathon http://visitflorida.com/articles/five-family-stops-in-marathon Sitting less than 50 miles from Key West, Marathon is overlooked by some travelers as just a pit stop on the way to the nation's southernmost city. What a mistake! Don't miss these five stops in this laidback, family-friendly hamlet, and you just might make some new "flippered" friends along the way. http://visitflorida.com/articles/free-and-easy-in-pensacola http://visitflorida.com/articles/free-and-easy-in-pensacola With beaches as secluded or activity-packed as you wish, history in a fun tense and things that go whoosh and boom in the sky, Pensacola presents a whole new side of Florida that families will never forget (and budgets will never regret). Just look at what you can do without even opening your wallet. 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. 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://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://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://www.visitflorida.com/articles/frills-for-families http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/frills-for-families The new Trump International Sonesta Beach Resort in Sunny Isles Beach means business when it says it caters to families. On property and around the area, there's plenty to keep both kids and adults entertained and relaxed. And everyone gets a little pampering, too. http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/fun-filled-jacksonville http://www.visitflorida.com/articles/fun-filled-jacksonville As Florida's largest city, it's no wonder that Jacksonville is filled with fun activities for all ages. Here you'll discover big-city attractions and beautiful beaches just miles apart. On land or in water, it's a cinch to fill your days with activities that fascinate the whole family. 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. It features a 10-foot-tall waterfall, free-form pool, play area for kids and even a LAY-Z-RIVER, all on the stunning Emerald Coast beachfront. 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/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/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/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/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/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/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/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/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/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.