“Miss Them and Miss Out” – Must See Attractions in Florida With Kids

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Now that my kids are getting a bit older I cannot wait to take them on family vacations around the country to go and see and do everything! To prepare, I have started to do research of different states and attractions I’d like to visit in the near future. This week, I am featuring the sunny state of Florida! So if you’re planning your travels this Spring, check out my must see attractions in Florida with kids.

With its theme parks, movie studios and entertainment facilities, Florida is arguably one of the world’s greatest affordable holiday destinations for families. On top of that, ‘The Sunshine State’ boasts a beautiful coastline that works nicely with its mild yearlong climate that rivals the So Cal coast.

Walt Disney World Resort

Your children may never forgive you if a trip to Disney World isn’t on the itinerary when visiting Florida. And besides, who doesn’t want to see the giant house of the mouse? It’s on my bucket list to visit WDW for sure. From going on Hollywood-inspired rides to meeting their favorite characters, this is an experience that you’ll never forget. Just make sure you’re well prepared beforehand: this particular attraction is twice the size of Manhattan, so you may need to do some priority planning to ensure your kids see and do everything they want.

The Kennedy Space Centre

Even though your children are bound to be grateful of a break from school, numerous opportunities exist to increase their learning while on holiday. In Florida, the Kennedy Space Centre is the perfect place for kids to discover more about the wonders of space. Your growing cosmonauts can step inside the Shuttle Launch simulator or see whether they’ve got what it takes with the Astronaut Training Experience. Alternatively, the hands-on and interactive Angry Birds Space Encounter will provide a bit more entertainment for young kids unfamiliar with space exploration. I know my kids would love it there!

Everglades National Park

In addition to its man-made attractions, Florida has various natural wonders to explore, which kids like mine would find the open space enthralling. The Everglades National Park is the largest sub-tropical wilderness on US mainland and plays host to some incredible flora and fauna.If your children get lucky, they may be able to spot protected endangered species such as the Green turtle, the Key Largo Cotton mouse and the America crocodile. You may also want to go on a canoe or airboat ride, but remember to drink plenty of water and regularly apply sunscreen, as things get hot in the swamp. Bonus? You’ll be able to come home and tell friends you went to a swamp!

Along with these options, you can choose to snorkel at the Biscayne National Underwater Park, watch a NASCAR race at the Daytona International Speedway, eat at any number of family-friendly restaurants or simply chill out on Florida’s 700 miles of sandy beaches. The only drawback of going on a family holiday to Florida is finding the time to experience all of these amazing and alluring attractions.

So who’s ready to start packing for Florida? I know I am!