19 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.

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Frankfurt, Germany to Miami is an approximately 13-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Frankfurt to Miami is minus 6 hours. Prepare for a bit warmer weather when traveling from Frankfurt in July: high temperatures in Miami hover around 38°C and lows are around 30°C. You will leave for Fort Lauderdale on the 27th (Thu).

Known as the "Venice of America" because of its extensive network of navigable waterways, Fort Lauderdale welcomes over 10 million annual visitors, most of them attracted by the city's popular beaches and marinas.

On the 27th (Thu), head outdoors with Outdoor Activities and then browse the different shops at Sawgrass Mills.

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Drive from Miami to Fort Lauderdale in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 38°C, and evening lows to 30°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Fri) to allow time to drive to Daytona Beach.

The iconic seaside destination of Daytona Beach once supported sugar mill plantations, but now entertains up to 8 million visitors a year.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Kayak St Augustine as well as The Gifted Cork. Kick off your visit on the 29th (Sat): don't miss a visit to Nocoroco Historic Site, add some fun to your beach time Kayak St Augustine, and then look for gifts at The Gifted Cork.

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Traveling by car from Fort Lauderdale to Daytona Beach takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and bus; or take a bus. In July, daily temperatures in Daytona Beach can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 27°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive 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.

On the 30th (Sun), find something for the whole family at Universal Orlando Resort.

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You can drive from Daytona Beach to Orlando in an hour. Another option is to take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to 38°C, and evening lows to 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 31st (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Clearwater.

Holding the record for most consecutive days of sunshine in a single year, Clearwater offers long sandy beaches and proximity to other major cities in the Tampa Bay area.

Relax by the water at Clearwater Beach and Siesta Beach. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Sarasota National Cemetery and St. Nicholas Greek Orthodox Cathedral. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Clearwater: St. Pete Beach (in St. Pete Beach) and Silver City Sarasota (in Siesta Key). Next up on the itinerary: contemplate the long history of Philippe Park, get up close to creatures of the deep with a dolphin and whale watching tour, deepen your understanding at Church of Scientology Information Center, and observe the fascinating underwater world at Clearwater Marine Aquarium.

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You can drive from Orlando to Clearwater in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and taxi; or take a bus. In July in Clearwater, expect temperatures between 38°C during the day and 28°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Thu) early enough to go by car to Sanibel Island.

Take a trip to Sanibel Island if you like pretty sunsets and luxurious resorts.

Periwinkle Place has been added to your itinerary. Visit Captiva Beach and Blind Pass Beach Park for some beach relaxation. Your inner history buff will appreciate Sanibel Island Lighthouse and Captiva Chapel By-The-Sea. There's lots more to do: kick back and relax at Bowman's Beach, look for gifts at Bailey's General Store, take in the exciting artwork at Hirdie Girdie Gallery, and see what you can catch with a fishing tour.

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Getting from Clearwater to Sanibel Island by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and bus; or do a combination of flight, bus, and taxi. In August, daily temperatures in Sanibel Island can reach 39°C, while at night they dip to 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Sun) to allow time to drive to Key Largo.

The northernmost island of the Florida Keys, Key Largo provides stunning scenery, a number of watersports opportunities, and plenty of areas to relax on vacation.

Kick off your visit on the 6th (Sun): stop by Florida Keys Key Lime Products, then see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, and then immerse yourself in nature at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park.

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Getting from Sanibel Island to Key Largo by car takes about 4 hours. Other options: do a combination of taxi and bus; or do a combination of taxi and bus. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in August, and nighttime lows around 29°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) so you can go by car to Key West.

Located just 140 km (90 mi) from Cuba, Key West is an island only about 6.4 km (4 mi) long and 1.6 km (1 mi) wide.

Shop till you drop at Alan S. Maltz Gallery and 7 Artists & Friends Key West. Your inner history buff will appreciate Fort Zachary Taylor and Oldest House & Garden Museum. The adventure continues: explore the galleries of Truman Little White House, look for gifts at Rodriguez Cigar Factory, look for all kinds of wild species at Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory, and make a trip to Duval Street.

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You can drive from Key Largo to Key West in 2.5 hours. Another option is to take a bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 38°C, and evening lows to 32°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to Miami Beach.

Separated by water from the neighboring city of Miami, Miami Beach sits on a barrier island between Biscayne Bay and the Atlantic Ocean.

Head to Lincoln Road and Collins Avenuefor plenty of shopping. We've included these beaches for you: Lummus Park Beach and Miami Beach & Boardwalk. There's much more to do: get to know the fascinating history of Art Deco Historic District, stop by Bachi Jewels, wander the streets of Ocean Drive, and stop by Espanola Way.

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Traveling by flight from Key West to Miami Beach takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 38°C in August, and nighttime lows around 30°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 13th (Sun) so you can fly back home.