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Everything Travelers Should Consider Before Visiting Florida

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By Flora MayerPublished 5 years ago 4 min read
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Florida is a great travel destination with a tonne of places to visit. Some of the best travel destinations like Fort Myers Beach, Orlando, Key West, and Miami are found in Florida. It's no wonder Florida is one of the most popular vacation destinations. This fun-packed travel destination has it all. Great weather, awesome beaches, action-packed destinations, and so much more. With all that Florida has to offer, it can be overwhelming to plan a vacation there, especially if you are a first time visitor. Where do you stay? How do you get around? If you find yourself asking these questions, read on to find out the things you should consider before visiting the sunshine state.

1. Florida's Weather

As you probably know, Florida is known as the Sunshine State. As the name suggests, it's mostly sunny in Florida. Florida's weather is one of its main selling points when it comes to vacations. The summers are long and warm, and you can also expect daily thunderstorms, whereas winters in Florida are mild. The best time to plan a Florida vacation is from November to May. During this time, the chances of rain are very low and the temperatures are very comfortable for going out and taking long walks on the beach. The weather is not as nice from August to October since it is the peak of the rainy season. If you do not like rain, then avoid Florida during these months.

2. What to Wear

The beautiful sunny weather that Florida has to offer makes it conducive to wear light clothes. You don't need to carry very heavy clothing when visiting the Sunshine State. Temperatures in Florida tend to stay above the 75 degrees mark, so do not carry your heavy apparel. They'll just take up space in your suitcase for nothing. Invest in linen clothing, flip-flops, swimwear, and generally light clothing. If you are planning to spend time at the beach, carry bikinis, sunglasses, straw hats, tank tops, shorts, and cover-ups. If you are planning to go sightseeing, ensure you pack sundresses, jeans, and sneakers. During the day, the mood is usually casual in Florida, but the evenings are a bit different. People dress up for dinners, so be sure you pack your heels, sexy dresses, evening bags, and scarves so that you don't look out of place.

3. Transportation Options

Florida has many transportation options to offer. There are plenty of methods you can use to get around. You can opt to rent a car or take a cab. Resorts or hotels in Florida sometimes offer complimentary shuttles to help guests get around. You can also choose to use public transportation like the bus or train. If you opt to rent a car, for example in Miami, ensure you acquire a SunPass for paying tolls. Renting a car also means dealing with traffic and paying for parking fees. Get to know all the parking rules so that you do not end up getting towed. If you decide to go for public transit, then you should be prepared to wait. The buses are late sometimes because of traffic. You can also choose to use Uber or Lyft to get around. The transportation options are many in Florida, so getting around is not an issue.

4. Vacation Rentals

Knowing where to stay is one of the key things a person has to sort out when planning a vacation. When planning a trip to Florida, travelers should consider booking a vacation rental for their accommodation. Florida has a lot of vacation rentals to offer. It can be a modern condo, a beach house, or a pleasantly old -fashioned cottage. Whatever tickles your fancy. Basically, there's something for everyone. It all depends on your taste and preferences. Find out what you want first and make arrangements before traveling to Florida.

5. Beach Etiquette

You cannot visit Florida and fail to go to the beach. That's just unacceptable! There are plenty of beaches in Florida. Whether you go to the Key West or Miami Beach, there are certain do's and don'ts you have to follow. Beach etiquette is important so that you don't end up rubbing people the wrong way. For example, don't walk around naked, unless it is a nude beach. Don't drink on the beach. Don't litter on the beach, or anywhere for that matter. Don't blast loud music on the beach, it's annoying. Mind others, especially if it is a public beach.

Florida should be on everyone's list of places to visit. If you haven't checked Florida on your list yet, you should seriously consider doing so. This simple guide on things to consider before visiting Florida will make your trip even better since it ensures that you'll go prepared. Preparation is everything when planning a vacation. Take advantage of it!

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Flora Mayer

Flora is a young and ambitious who has been researching self-development for the past two years and is now off traveling the world. She helps tourists with free walking tours in London - so get in touch with her if you want a special tour.

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