17 days in Orlando & Miami Itinerary

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.

Your list of things to see and do now includes Magic Kingdom Park, Legoland Florida Resort, Universal Orlando Resort, and other attractions. Family-friendly places like Disney's Animal Kingdom and Disney Springs will thrill your kids. It doesn't end there: make an unforgettable trip to Epcot and try out the rides at Disney's Hollywood Studios.

To find other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Orlando travel route builder site .

Rio de Janeiro, Brazil to Orlando is an approximately 13-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Brasilia Time to Eastern Standard Time is minus 2 hours. When traveling from Rio de Janeiro in January, plan for a bit cooler days and cooler nights in Orlando: temperatures range from 25°C by day to 13°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Mon) so you can travel to Miami.

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

Attractions like Miami Children's Museum and Zoo Miami make great kid-friendly stops. There's still lots to do: explore the world behind art at Wynwood Walls.

For reviews, where to stay, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Miami trip itinerary site .

Traveling by flight from Orlando to Miami takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of flight and train. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Orlando in January; daily highs in Miami reach 29°C and lows reach 20°C. You will leave for home on the 31st (Fri).