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? [more inside]
posted by Edible Energy on Dec 26, 2009 - 4 answers

Staying overnight in Miami, what to do? [more inside]
posted by Brettus on Nov 29, 2009 - 4 answers

Looking for advice on a Christmas week sailing trip [more inside]
posted by DuckGirl on Nov 12, 2009 - 6 answers

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 [more inside]
posted by rdurbin on Sep 8, 2009 - 8 answers

Anyone have a recommendation for a nice, family-friendly hotel on the beach in Ft. Lauderdale? [more inside]
posted by crunchtopmuffin on Jun 12, 2009 - 2 answers

Decent (cough *CHEAP*) beach accommodations within a few hours' drive of Tampa, FL? [more inside]
posted by alleycat01 on Apr 18, 2009 - 10 answers

Help us put together a last minute get-away to Florida (or beyond?)... [more inside]
posted by avrobie on Apr 9, 2009 - 8 answers

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? [more inside]
posted by aristan on Jun 8, 2008 - 5 answers

first wedding anniversary. florida keys area : need suggestions. [more inside]
posted by slowtree on Nov 13, 2007 - 10 answers

Non-touristy, offbeat or interesting things to do in Miami/South Florida next week? [more inside]
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? [more inside]
posted by luriete on May 31, 2007 - 17 answers

Help me (very quickly) plan a Disney vacation. [more inside]
posted by thebrokenmuse on Apr 29, 2007 - 14 answers

Please help in deciding where to stay in the panhandle of Florida. [more inside]
posted by repoman on Mar 8, 2007 - 23 answers

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. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Dec 12, 2006 - 14 answers

Possible romantic, gay friendly travel destinations within a few hours' driving distance of Sarasota, FL? [more inside]
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? [more inside]
posted by cusack on Jul 19, 2006 - 1 answer

Floridafilter: How is it best to get from the Port of Miami to the Ft. Lauderdale airport? [more inside]
posted by Sheppagus on Jun 16, 2006 - 4 answers

Best cuban food in Ft Lauderdale? Things to do while in town? [more inside]
posted by Eddie Mars on Apr 10, 2006 - 12 answers

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

Need advice: Eating and attractions in Orlando, Florida [more inside]
posted by spooksie on Nov 4, 2005 - 10 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] [more inside]
posted by Vidiot on Jan 8, 2004 - 7 answers