Holiday homes & rentals in Florida

Whether it's the beautiful beaches, entertaining theme parks, or the natural attractions, Florida has something on offer for everyone. Here you will enjoy plenty of opportunities to take part in adventurous activities like diving, snorkeling, sailing and swimming.

If you are looking forward to a relaxing holiday in Florida, book your own villa instead of a hotel room. Enjoy all the comforts of a home away from home in complete privacy, while still enjoying all the modern facilities that hotels have to offer.

How to get to Florida

While Florida is serviced by multiple airports, the Miami International Airport (MIA) is undoubtedly the busiest, with scores of tourists making their way down to the party beaches. It's also the largest gateway between the United States and Latin America. To get to downtown Miami, SuperShuttle vans and taxi cabs are available on the arrival level, and will take you straight to your Florida holiday rental.

Meanwhile, Disney World and central Florida are best accessed by the Orlando International Airport. Note that Florida is a hotspot for foreign cruise stops - Port Canaveral, Tampa, and Miami are the most popular with international travellers.

What to eat in Florida

If you love desserts try the Key Lime Pie, which is the official pie of this state. This delicious, tart dessert originated in Florida Keys and is made from the native key lime. It is usually served on a crust made of graham crackers and is topped with whipped cream or meringue.

As Florida is located on the coastline this state is renowned for its mouth watering seafood. When you are here try the Stone Crab, which is reported by many people to be even better than lobster. If you want to enjoy a variety of succulent seafood, the best time to visit Florida is between October and May.

Weather in Florida: a climate like no other

The sun shines on America's most south-eastern state for a good part of the year. January and February are quieter, cooler and have less rain. Things start heating up from March until August, and rain showers are quite common, particularly in June, which heralds the start of the hurricane season. This is also one of the busiest times of the year.

Late September is less humid, and also tends to have fewer tourists around, so it's a great time to book your Florida holiday villa. November to April is the best time for hiking, as it is typically dry. December is chilly but pleasantly sunny and brings an influx of vacationers from colder countries and states up north.

Top attractions: Florida's coastal delights

The coast is lined with golden beaches, with Miami Beach topping the list for its party culture and eternal association with spring break. For a round of skinny-dipping, Haulover Beach Park in North Beach is your best bet. The coast is best enjoyed from the privacy of a Florida holiday villa near the beach, with your own terrace and garden!

Family holidays in Florida

You can't come all the way to Florida with your kids and not visit Disneyland, or the Universal Studios in Orlando. While Disneyland allows your kids to experience the magic of Disney films, Universal Studios is a huge theme park that offers you adventurous rides. One day is never enough to explore everything that these attractions have to offer.

If you're looking for a relaxing beach break with family, then you'll be spoilt for choices in Florida. Take a relaxing stroll along the South Beach, or play with your little ones at Hollywood Beach. Miami Beach is a perfect place to build sand castles or go swimming with your kids. But there's more to Miami Beach than just the sand! Another great place to explore with your kids in Miami Beach is the beautiful and historic Art Deco District.

Nature at its best in Florida

Renting a villa in Florida offers you a unique opportunity to explore the subtropical wilderness. The Everglades National Park was created in 1947 and is home to 1.5 million acres of marshy land. This national park is also home to various animals like American crocodiles, manatees and alligators, as well as Florida panthers.

Another place to visit is the Dry Tortugas National Park which is located approximately 68 miles west of Key West. This park is famous for its beautiful coral reeds, abundant sea life and variety of tropical birds, as well as for the legends of sunken treasures. It is also home to Fort Jefferson, which was built in the 1800s.

Cultural events in Florida

Florida's diverse cultural calendar pleases all tastes. The year kicks off with February's South Beach Wine & Food Festival, where celebrity chefs show off their culinary skills.

March features Miami's Ultra Music Festival, where international DJs strut their skills. There's also the huge Hispanic street festival, Calle Ocho, that takes place in March. Carnival Miami pulls off a successful version of its counterpart in Rio Janeiro.

On the 4th of July, you can watch the Miami skyline explode in colours as revellers celebrate America's independence. Halloween and Christmas parties in Florida are in a league of their own, as locals will affirm.

Florida has earned a stellar reputation as an international tourist destination. Now you know why! Book your Florida holiday villa and pack your bags. The Sunshine State awaits.

Stay in Florida’s self-catering beach villas to discover seaside life

Florida is known as the Sunshine State, and its coast is lined with magnificent beaches enabling visitors to marvel at picturesque views of the sea. If you’re the traveller who loves staying near the beach but still want a relaxing beachfront pool, worry not. You're sure to find a comfortable self-catering villa rental that fulfils your desires.

The Sand Castle Located in a Satellite Beach, Sand Castle provides guests with free Wi-Fi, kitchen, dishwasher, drier, and a coffee maker.

Bay Shore 207 This holiday home is tucked in Cleanwater Beach. It has free Wi-Fi, a tennis court, a fully-furnished kitchen, and a barbecue area. Guests have easy access to the Cleanwater Marine Aquarium.

Estero Island Villas Designed with an open floor plan, rent this villa with sofas, parking, barbecue area and a boardwalk.

Florida: A world of family fun

SeaWorld Orlando

Part theme park and part wildlife park, SeaWorld is home to killer whales, sharks and dolphins. Regular shows and roller coasters only add to its appeal.

Walt Disney World

Comprising four theme parks and two water parks, along with hotels and other entertainment spots, this is undoubtedly Orlando's main attraction. Magical themed rides, costume characters and nightly fireworks displays make for an unforgettable experience.

Universal's Islands of Adventure

Based around all your favourite television shows and films, this sprawling theme park has rides and shows suitable for all ages from toddler to adult.

Discovery Cove

This water-based park gives visitors the opportunity to meet dolphins, snorkel along a coral reef, float on a tropical river and view exotic birds.

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter

This theme park is a must for Harry Potter fans. It features exhilarating rides, a recreation of Diagon Alley, and much more.

Family-friendly Museums in Florida

The Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens in downtown Jacksonville is North Florida's largest fine arts museum offering a collection of over 5,000 artworks and an art education centre for kids. The museum also boasts magnificent gardens along the St. Johns River.

Located in Gainesville, The Florida Museum of Natural History focuses on the human and natural heritage of Florida. The museum’s extensive collection includes a variety of flora and fauna as well as artefacts related to the history of Florida.

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