My wife and I are taking a quick vacation in Orlando this weekend. We've both visited the area several times before (usually for work) so have visited the big parks and usual tourist attractions.
We want this vacation to be different.
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posted by Eddie Mars
on Mar 1, 2013 -
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My friend who has never been to the US has four weeks for an epic road trip/vacation. The catch: it's in July. What are the must see sights that won't induce heatstroke?
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posted by BusyBusyBusy
on Dec 5, 2012 -
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I've seen questions about Disney parks on here, but I'm looking for specific tips for a trip with tons of little kids - both in Florida theme parks and on the Disney Dream ship. What has worked for you?
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posted by tacodave
on Aug 16, 2012 -
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Spending a few days in the Florida Keys (and maybe a day in Miami?) with a college friend... I've never been to South Florida. What should we do/see or stay clear from?
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posted by indiebass
on Jun 11, 2012 -
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I'm being forced to visit Disney in September, for two and a half days. The rest of my family will be staying longer, so I get to pick what we do those two and a half days. My son is 5 and this is his first Disney "experience". What the heck do I select?
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posted by anastasiav
on Apr 9, 2012 -
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Vacation filter: My wife & I would like to take a three-day-long weekend trip for our fifth anniversary the second weekend in September (not Labor Day). Want to do nothing but laze on a beach within either a 3-4 hour drive or flight (non-stop only) from NYC. Looking for suggested destinations & hotels/resorts. Some more details inside.
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posted by Conrad Cornelius o'Donald o'Dell
on Jul 6, 2011 -
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Heading to Orlando for one week in mid-April. Looking for things to do besides Disney.
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posted by dbirchum
on Mar 11, 2011 -
13 answers
Recommendations for a Florida vacation home/condo/etc search.
What resources do people use? I know about
HomeAway,
VRBO,
Flipkey, and, ahem, craigslist.
I have never booked anything but hotels before, so am a little worried about just going the craigslist route. The other 3 sites look legit, but maybe there are other, hidden, gems :)
thanks in advance
posted by webwesen
on Feb 26, 2011 -
9 answers
Last-minute vacation madness: my sister in DC just asked me to plan a vacation to Disney World for my 6-year-old niece during this year's winter holidays. She'd like 3-5 days, either before or after Christmas. Today is already December 8. Is this perfectly doable, or difficult/expensive but worth it, or not recommended? If we go ahead at this late date, what can we do to get the most out of the trip?
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posted by shortfuse
on Dec 8, 2010 -
14 answers
Best beach-vacation destination within 100 miles of St. Petersburg, FL?
posted by markcmyers
on Sep 26, 2010 -
6 answers
Where are the best (and ideally most inexpensive) roller coasters around Orlando, FL? I'm not overly interested in Disney World, however.
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posted by ChrisR
on May 11, 2010 -
10 answers
[Family Vacation Filter] What fun and family friendly ideas are there for a family of hipsters to go a spring vacation that's within 4-7 hour drive of Baton Rouge, LA?
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posted by lrkuperman
on Jan 28, 2010 -
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I'm looking for a nice hotel on the ocean that's less than 2 hours from Boca Raton for a romantic new years getaway with my girlfriend, my google-fu has failed me. any recommendations?
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posted by Edible Energy
on Dec 26, 2009 -
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looking for an upscale vacation-home in Florida for a long weekend next march (or week if required) - gulf coast - directly on the beach, somewhat isolated/ somewhat near a "town" - with multiple bedrooms (4 to 7?) - know of anything -or good agencies? where to start?
(not looking for the Panama City "party scene" -- something more "adult" less-college.)
posted by mrmarley
on Oct 29, 2009 -
16 answers
We are looking for non-chain restaurants in Orlando & Miami for a family with young kids
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posted by rdurbin
on Sep 8, 2009 -
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At least 9 of my closest friends & I are planning a vacation to Florida in early 2010. We were thinking of renting a vacation house for at least a week. Have you ever dealt with Vacation rental companies? Good Experiences, Bad? Any recommendations on who to deal with in the Orlando area?
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posted by aristan
on Jun 8, 2008 -
5 answers
Non-touristy, offbeat or interesting things to do in Miami/South Florida next week?
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posted by qz
on Jun 21, 2007 -
8 answers
I got a piece of junk mail from a company called Florida Direct Vacations who said they were going to charge me $140 for some kind of vacation package if I didn't cancel the order by May 22. I think they got my credit card information from Holland America, who I took a cruise with a few years ago; they claim to be some kind of authorized reseller for them, although I've never done business with Florida Direct Vacations before. I called and canceled, and they charged my debit card anyway. I've called and they say they never got my cancellation and, basically, tough luck. What now?
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posted by luriete
on May 31, 2007 -
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EmergencyVacationAdvice. . . Filter. Free flight to anywhere in the 48 states, but I have to decide time and place by tomorrow (Thursday) morning - including budget planning! Please lend me your wisdoms.
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posted by anonymous
on Dec 12, 2006 -
14 answers
Possible romantic, gay friendly travel destinations within a few hours' driving distance of Sarasota, FL?
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posted by kavasa
on Nov 8, 2006 -
11 answers
Vacationfilter: Anyone know any cool things to do, sights to see, or places to eat in Gulf County, Florida?
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posted by cusack
on Jul 19, 2006 -
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Floridafilter: How is it best to get from the Port of Miami to the Ft. Lauderdale airport?
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posted by Sheppagus
on Jun 16, 2006 -
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I want to travel to Sanibel or Captiva Islands - I am looking for accommodation, but I find it very hard to make a decision based exclusively on online research. I would welcome any advice on where to stay.
I am not very fond of big chain hotels like Holiday Inn's etc.... I much prefer small motels or self-catered cabins, but I am afraid to book a shabby place because online everything looks pristine..... so, ideally I would love to find a small motel or cabin by the sea, in a quiet part of town. Another thing to consider is that I am traveling with my parents and our baby, therefore I am looking for places that have a apt-like layout, with ideally the choice of one or two bedrooms and a kitchenette.
Any advice on this and other must-see, must-eat, must-do attractions would be greatly appreciated.
posted by libelula
on Jan 3, 2006 -
11 answers
A friend and I are travelling down to Key West, Florida, on the 19th for a week. What are some fun, cheap, off-the-beaten path things to be seen and do while there? (We're both 20 years old, if that matters.)
posted by itchie
on Jun 10, 2005 -
18 answers
I'm going to Disney World! I, my fiance, and my 8-year-old daughter will be there this weekend, all day Saturday and Sunday, Ultimate Park Hopper tickets, staying on site, all that. I've never been. What's a must see/do?
posted by MrMoonPie
on Jan 21, 2004 -
20 answers
Thinking about taking a vacation to Miami and the Keys sometime in the first half of March. Suggestions? [more inside]
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posted by Vidiot
on Jan 8, 2004 -
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