7 days in Florida Itinerary

Florida’s mecca of fun in the sun, the lively tropical metropolis of Miami is one of the world’s top vacation spots.

On the 8th (Mon), take in nature's colorful creations at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden, see the interesting displays at Vizcaya Museum & Gardens, and then enjoy some diversion at Lock & Load Miami: Machine Gun Experience & Range. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the world behind art at The Wolfsonian-Florida International University, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Art Deco Historic District, then enjoy the sand and surf at South Beach, and finally take a stroll through Lincoln Road.

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Gothenburg, Sweden to Miami is an approximately 18.5-hour flight. You'll gain 6 hours traveling from Gothenburg to Miami due to the time zone difference. Plan for much hotter temperatures traveling from Gothenburg in January, with highs in Miami at 29°C and lows at 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Wed) so you can travel to Orlando.

For most people, any mention of Orlando immediately conjures up images of sprawling theme parks filled with characters plucked right out of popular animated movies.

Pack the 11th (Thu) with family-friendly diversions at Walt Disney World Resort. Pack the 12th (Fri) with family-friendly diversions at Universal Orlando Resort. There's more to do: laugh and play at Happily Ever After Fireworks and make an unforgettable trip to Disney's Hollywood Studios.

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Do a combination of tram and flight from Miami to Orlando in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect slightly colder temperatures when traveling from Miami in January; daily highs in Orlando reach 25°C and lows reach 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.