It was time for my Orlando Termite Treatment and I decided to take a road trip while my house was treated. For me, there’s nothing spectacular to do in Florida in winter except to have a road trip and crisscross the Seven Mile Bridge in a day with mist and snowflakes all around you. This is how cold it is here in Florida especially during January where you must have layers and layers of clothing over your body so you won’t get frostbite – literally. Your normal outerwear then becomes your underwear. A word of caution though – do not use cottony fiber as cotton tends to absorb moisture and you will shiver even more.

And nothing beats Florida except going to Miami. In fact, Miami is so popular that it has become a gamma-class world city, eclipsing Florida’s capital Tallahassee. Come to think of it, who will ever remember Tallahassee except that November 2000 deadlock recount of the electoral votes between Al Gore and George W. Bush. I personally have never seen a movie which bears Tallahassee as its background. For Miami, there’s a lot. There’s Miami Vice and the Bad Boys series to name two.

Because Miami is considered a world city, it is a convergence of all melting pots. But the minority who shines here are those Latinos coming in from Cuba and who have entered the country through this place. In fact, some of them have already been successful in their respective fields. Think Gloria Estefan. Think Jon Secada. Think Andy Garcia. Therefore, one cannot deny that Miami is a haven to Cuban Americans thanks to its direct proximity to the nation they once lived. And most of them are devout Catholics so there’s a lot of Christmas spirit going around here in Miami.

As with all Catholics all over the world, Christmas is preceded with the Advent celebration consisting of four weeks. And after that comes the nine mornings before Christmas which is commemorated with a mass in each morning. Floridians go to mass in those mornings and then have some typical American breakfast on the road before jogging home then going to their day to day work. Some who are fortunate enough to be granted a two week Christmas vacation by their employers will go somewhere else for a game of golf or two.

Speaking of golf courses, there are a lot here in Miami. No wonder it is considered a global city. Some of the best golf courses here are Briar Bay Golf Course, California Golf Course, Calusa Country Club and Costa Greens Golf Club. All of them feature golf instructors who are PGA certified to introduce the game to those who are still amateur to the sport. They also have caddies who are not only PGA certified as well but who are also graduates of hospitality programs. After all, Miami invests a lot in its hospitality and tourism industry. It considers tourism a bloodline in its economy.

So if you are planning to come here in Florida during this Christmas season, then reserve early. Christmas rush is not just experienced in malls, it is also prevalent in domestic and international flights going to Miami International Airport.

GOING to the Florida this year during the Christmas season can only be achieved via land if you haven’t booked any domestic or international flight yet. Booking a flight or even a hotel suite in this global state needs to take at least two months before one’s actual arrival and stay here. Once you’ve done that, you can choose any of the big cities you want to visit. If you are a social activist and are very concerned with Florida politics, you may want to go to Tallahassee because it’s the seat of government in the state. If you’re a fan of the Orlando Magic, then you may want to go to Orlando. But if you’re fascinated with the very successful state of life of the Cuban refugees, then go to Miami-Dade. Or if you simply want to be overwhelmed with the length of the Seven Mile Bridge, then you may want to hop from one Florida Key to another.

So the best alternative in coming here is via land from Alabama. When your plan this Christmas season is for a road trip to Florida, then better accompany all of your childhood neighbors with you and get them cramped in your car. This can be an entirely fun experience because you’ll be enjoying the yummy sights and food on the way. Besides, a road trip is never fun if you’re alone by yourself. Then there’s the practical consideration too. What if you’re all alone and no one can help you out if your tire’s busted? It’s also very safe to accompany someone on a road trip to help with the driving when you’re almost dozing already. And above all, don’t ever forget to fill up your tank to the brim. Also take lots of bottled water with you because you need that all the way. By then, you’ll be ready for the road trip of your life.

This season is the most opportune time to go to Florida because on New Year’s Day, all roads lead to Orlando’s Capital One Bowl as the University of Michigan will take on the homegrown Florida State in a football thriller.

So this early, hunt now for tickets online because they’ll be surely sold out before you can even blink. Just make sure that the online tickets are not jacked up to be considered already as profiteering.

Who knows, staying in Florida this Christmas season may even entice you to buy a home here. Maybe you can use that as a holiday home or maybe you can lease that to other vacationers as well. Just make sure it is strategically located in a very attractive place so that you won’t regret buying it in the first place. Do not worry about the ongoing real estate slump in the United States because this can very well work to your advantage if you are the buyer of a piece of property. But among the states in the country today, Florida is perceived to be the place where the real estate slump can easily recover. This is manifested in the confidence that cement manufacturing giant CRH has done. Based in London, CRH has expanded its cement business in Florida just this week at a whooping initial investment of $250 million. And as emphasized, it is just an initial investment.

Florida has come to the peak of its popularity decades ago and has stayed in that position until now. Everybody would love to take a visit to Florida but knowing the best that Florida offers can give you an edge in your tour. Florida beaches guide are not the only one who gets the attention. In fact, Florida has grown in terms of tourist attraction, and the greatest theme park is nestled right in the heart of Florida.

Experience the magic at the Magic Kingdom known as one of the happiest places here on earth. There are 7 theme lands inside the Magic Kingdom mixed with classic attractions, entertainment plus a whole lot of Disney characters.

Most childhood dreams are built in this beautiful theme park. Even kids without any attraction to Disney characters can find a comfortable fun and niche inside the Magic Kingdom. But I doubt if anybody here does not like even one Disney cartoon character. With the sale of Marvel characters by Disney, I would more assume that it already has a complete set of heroes and characters to amaze or dazzle anybody from all walks of life and all gender and age. Magic Kingdom is always in Florida city guide. A visit to Florida is never complete without a drop by at Magic Kingdom.

The theme park is so attractively design that you would want to experience everything from its sale and goodies to the rides. The entrance of this theme park is designed like a tunnel which immerses the guest into a line up of goodies and shops all selling everything that inspired with an America feel.

Magic Kingdom is not a mere theme park for it has made an adventure for each of you. Each adventure land in Magic Kingdom is designed and theme from mixes of adventure one can get from South America, Middle East, South Pacific, Africa and Asia. Most Florida travel guide will give a synopsis of the events inside the Magic Kingdom but others would not.

Florida’s Best Attraction

Though Florida has various beauty spots to visit, Cocoa Beach Florida is a must-see. The beach has been the favorite spot of various travelers all over the world, which is because of its affordable prices and great and fun outdoor activities. If you were from Orlando you can drive through the beach only for an hour. Heading here is never been boring because you will be crossing on the great roads that Florida has. And since it is accessible to visit the various Cocoa Beach Resorts, it has also been appointed as the best outdoor location for many travelers around.

Cocoa Beach Florida is also known as a bio-diversity; here you will find a various sanctuary of wildlife. Because of its temperate tropical climate, it provides a varied ecosystem for a variety of animals. An eco-tour experience is a great choice for you to have a glimpse of some of the endangered species that you have not seen before. These species are those who were trying to survive global warming.

If you want to know better the Cocoa Beach Resort and you want to experience its exotic beauty, taking a few minute trip going to Florida’s Port Canaveral is a good idea. There is always a cruise ship that would take you to the beautiful places of Florida. From Cocoa Beach, you will be toured around the exotic places of Florida for three days. This is your chance to explore and beauty and to know better the city as well. You will also have the opportunity to visit the US Virgin Island since your Florida cruise ship will bring you there.

So if you feel like going to Florida to experience its activities and to see its unique beauty as well, plan it ahead of time so that everything would be well organized before you leave.

Florida is always tagged as “The Sunshine State”… because indeed it is true… but there is more to Florida than its beaches… Florida became famous in the 80’s because of the Miami Beach episode…the Baywatch series that reached as far as some parts of Asia.

Beautiful, alluring and scanty clad women passed to and fro on the television screen- remember this television series with David Hasselhoff. Then people all over the world just flocked to Florida to be in one of the world’s famous beaches in Miami. This is the power of television advertisement. The power of fame…

But Florida has more to offer than its beautiful beaches. After beach combing for days then may another activity like an adventure would be more like to your taste.

Talking of movies… have you watched the movie-The Jaws? Whoa! Indeed I am afraid of water because of unknown creatures that might harm us. Sharks in particular. Yet, one great activity is getting up close and personal with the most vicious fish specie in the water- the shark.

You can choose from the various fishing charter in the state of Florida. And get one great experience with stingray, hammerhead, tuna, marlin, wail fish, wahoo and a lot more.

Deep fishing is one wonderful activity everybody can enjoy. The whole family can come and enjoy this great adventure. I really thought that fishing is one tame activity. But being able to participate on deep fishing in Miami waters, my opinions were change. The hilarity of being able to watch live fish, swaying and struggling in front of you really raised my adrenalin.

Try deep fishing in the waters of Miami, Beach and South Beach. The charter we choose in Miami Beach was air conditioned and trained service crew. The leader of the group Andy is a world class shark catcher and had been featured in many television shows already. Scientists who were studying the behaviors of sharks go to Andy to ask for help and Andy’s opinions. Andy is an expert in charter fishing and has caught so many big fishes already. Sharks included!

This is one experience I will never exchange for anything. Now, I am planning to go back for more. Only here in Florida.