Sightseeing in Florida - what to see. Complete travel guide

1. Shoppers should pay particular attention to the shopping center located at the Port Miami. There is a huge shopping complex where you can find virtually any item and buy it at the most attractive price.

2. Tourists who plan to travel a lot within a state or come to rest as a great company are recommended to rent a car. While planning trips, it’s worth remembering that there are serious traffic jams on the main streets of major cities in the morning and in the evening.

3. The East Coast of the state is perfect for fans of beach sports, as local beaches are ideal for surfing; the West Coast, on the contrary, is very calm, and therefore will be a great place for a family holiday.

4. Florida has unique climatic conditions, so you can go for a trip literally at any time of year. Even in winter the temperature rarely drops below +18°C. In winter the state is visited by fans of tours and hiking.

5. It’s recommended to buy tickets to entertainment events in advance; you can do that in tourist centers or at the tour desk. The fact is that on-site ticket offices have very long queues; the latter are especially large at the weekend. Copyright www.orangesmile.com

6. You could pay with your credit card almost everywhere; only a few small shops in remote areas and beach restaurants can be an exception. Going for a walk, it isn’t necessary to take large sums of cash.

7. Those who want to appreciate the beauty of the state and see its most spectacular natural sites are recommended to have a ride along the Florida National Scenic Trail. The railway runs through the whole territory of the state; one of its most beautiful parts runs along Okeechobee Lake.

8. Hiking at national reserves is possible only with a guide, as many of them are closed to public access. Outdoor rest is common in Florida, but it isn’t accepted to stop for a picnic at the very first place; existing rules have to be specified in advance.