Forget Orlando and Miami - I've been to Florida over 40 times and there are plenty of great places to visit elsewhere. Here are my 13 picks, from 'serene islands' to wellness havens The list is courtesy of Abby Dunn, marketing manager at Ocean Florida READ MORE: 14 breathtaking photos of Japan that will make you want to go By Esther Marshall Published: 13:35 BST, 13 August 2024 | Updated: 13:35 BST, 13 August 2024 e-mail View comments Forget Orlando and Miami – Florida has so much more to offer. So says travel expert Abby Dunn, who has travelled to Florida over 40 times and shared 13 locations outside of these cities you may have never heard of - but that have lots to offer holidaymakers.
Abby, marketing manager at Ocean Florida , reveals one of the few places in the world where people can swim year-round with manatees, ‘serene islands’ with ‘pristine shorelines’ and shopping havens brimming with designer boutiques. She also unveils top spots for girls trips, romantic getaways and wellness breaks. Scroll down for Abby’s enlightening revelations about the Sunshine State.
Best for a family getaway Davenport Staying in Davenport is likely to be 'more cost-effective than staying onsite at the parks', says Abby Abby says: 'Only a short drive from Walt Disney World and close to Legoland and Universal Studios, Davenport is a great base for families visiting Florida’s famous attractions.' She adds: 'There are so many options to choose from when it comes to villas in Flo.