The main airport in Florida for those planning on visiting the Disney area is Orlando International, although there is also the option of flying into Sanford International Airport which is located around 45 minutes drive from downtown Orlando. And of course depending on what you are hoping to see and do in Florida, there is also Miami International and Fort Lauderdale airports on the Atlantic coast and Tampa on the West Coast.
Florida is the quintessential family holiday destination and is home to more theme parks, water parks and attractions than you could ever hope to visit in any one holiday. For youngsters, Walt Disney World in Orlando is a must visit attraction and Mickey Mouse and friends have become synonymous with Florida over the years. Adrenaline junkies will love Busch Gardens in Tampa Bay, housing numerous white knuckle rides such as SheiKra - a 90 degree, 70 miles per hour drop from 200 feet. If you're looking for snorkelling or scuba action over beautiful coral reef, then the Florida Keys will tick all your boxes, and let's not forget Miami - with its world renowned beaches, shopping and nightlife.
The weather is Florida is generally glorious - it's known as the Sunshine State for a reason - although it can get extremely hot and humid with thunderstorms in the summer months. Temperatures in April, May and September, October can still reach the 30 degree Celsius mark so may be a more comfortable time to visit for many.
