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    Money

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    The easiest way to pay for almost everything in Florida is with a credit card. MasterCard and Visa credit and debit cards are accepted almost everywhere. American Express, Diners Club, and Discover cards are also accepted, although not as wid... Continue reading »

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    Sustainable travel & ecotourism

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Each time you take a flight or drive a car CO2 is released into the atmosphere. You can help neutralize this danger to our planet through "carbon offsetting" -- paying someone to reduce your CO2 emissions by the same amount you've added. Carb... Continue reading »

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    Health & safety

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Staying Healthy Florida doesn't present any unusual health hazards for most people. Folks with certain medical conditions such as liver disease, diabetes, and stomach ailments, however, should avoid eating raw oysters, which can carry a na... Continue reading »

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    Insurance

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Travel Insurance The cost of travel insurance varies widely, depending on the cost and length of your trip, your age and health, and the type of trip you're taking, but expect to pay between 5% and 8% of the vacation itself. You can get es... Continue reading »

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    Tips for families

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Florida is a great family destination, with Walt Disney World leading the list of theme parks geared to young and old alike. Consequently, most Florida hotels and restaurants are willing, if not eager, to cater to families traveling with chil... Continue reading »

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    Tips for gay and lesbian travelers

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    The editors of Out and About, a gay and lesbian newsletter, have described Miami's South Beach as the "hippest, hottest, most happening gay travel destination in the world." For many years, that could also be said of Key West, which still is... Continue reading »

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    Tips for senior travelers

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    With one of the largest retired populations of any state, Florida offers a wide array of activities and benefits for seniors. Don't be shy about asking for discounts, but always carry some kind of identification, such as a driver's license, t... Continue reading »

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    Tips for travelers with disabilities

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Most disabilities shouldn't stop anyone from traveling in the U.S. There are more options and resources out there than ever before. The American the Beautiful -- National Park and Federal Recreational Lands Pass -- Access Pass (formerly th... Continue reading »

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    Suggested itineraries

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Ask anyone who lives here and they'll tell you: Florida is such a long state. If you drive from Jacksonville to the southernmost point in Key West, it'll take 10 hours at least -- without traffic. Thankfully, there are flights throughout the... Continue reading »

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    In one week

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    Florida's Gulf Coast in 1 Week: aka Relaxing Florida The beaches on the Gulf Coast are infinitely nicer than those in South Florida, with soft sand, stunning sunsets, and a sense of calm that often evades the hustle and bustle of South Flo... Continue reading »

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    Exploring the coast

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    The Panhandle may be known as the Redneck Riviera to some, but to those in the know, the area has some of Florida's best beaches, with undeveloped stretches of powder-white sand that's a hot commodity in the world these days. Days 1-2: Gul... Continue reading »

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    In two weeks

    by Frommers Travel Guides

    South Florida in 2 Weeks Consider this tour to be a South Florida sampler. There's not enough time in 2 weeks to see and do everything, but we've custom-built an itinerary that will provide you with a locals'-eye view of some of the best d... Continue reading »

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Idiot. 2226424a4e8d0ab24fbc30597a3b59e3 Yeah mate, get closer to the free-roaming alligator, brilliant idea. Notice how I'm several feet above the pillock up front standing on the seats. It's my secret tchnique to not losing a foot. Ah the greyhound bus station, in my limited experience, this is one of the better ones.
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