21 days in Florida Itinerary

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.

Step out of Key Largo with an excursion to Anhinga Trail in Everglades National Park--about 56 minutes away. There's much more to do: get outside with Outdoor Activities, step aboard USCG Duane, see the vivid underwater world at North Dry Rocks, and look for all kinds of wild species at Molasses Reef.

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands to Key Largo is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time, which is usually a -6 hour difference. Plan for somewhat warmer temperatures traveling from Amsterdam in July, with highs in Key Largo at 37°C and lows at 28°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) to allow enough time to drive to Islamorada.

Islamorada, long recognized as one of the world's top spots for sport fishing, encompasses six islands in the Florida Keys.

On the 29th (Sat), get close to the beloved marine mammals with Theater of the Sea, step off the mainland to explore Windley Key, then get engrossed in the history at History of Diving Museum, and finally look for gifts at Bass Pro Shops. On your second day here, kick back and relax at Anne's Beach, get to know the fascinating history of Indian Key State Historic Site, and then see the vivid underwater world at Alligator Reef Light House.

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Islamorada is very close to Key Largo. July in Islamorada sees daily highs of 39°C and lows of 32°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Marathon.

A tiny city just 16 km (10 mi) long, Marathon is spread across several islands in the middle of the Florida Keys.

Kick off your visit on the 31st (Mon): identify plant and animal life at The Turtle Hospital, then take a tour by water with Looe Key Dive Center, and then stop by Out of the Blue Gallery. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: enjoy the sand and surf at Sombrero Beach, look for all kinds of wild species at Sombrero Reef, and then kick back and relax at Bahia Honda State Park.

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Getting from Islamorada to Marathon by car takes about an hour. Other options: take a bus. In July, daytime highs in Marathon are 39°C, while nighttime lows are 32°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Tue) early enough to drive 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.

Key West is known for sightseeing, wildlife, and adventure. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: see some colorful creatures with a scuba or snorkeling tour, look for all kinds of wild species at Key West Butterfly & Nature Conservatory, see the vivid underwater world at Western Dry Rocks, and kick back and relax at Fort Zachary Taylor.

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Drive from Marathon to Key West in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus. In August, daily temperatures in Key West can reach 38°C, while at night they dip to 32°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Fri) so you can catch the flight 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.

Have a day of magic on the 9th (Wed) at Walt Disney World Resort. Pack the 8th (Tue) with family-friendly diversions at Universal's Islands of Adventure. The adventure continues: get in on the family fun at Universal Orlando Resort, admire the masterpieces at Museum Of Illusions Orlando, make an unforgettable trip to Disney's Typhoon Lagoon Water Park, and cool off at Discovery Cove.

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You can fly from Key West to Orlando in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Key West in August, plan for a bit cooler nights in Orlando, with lows around 28°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Wed) to allow time to fly to Fort Walton Beach.

Fort Walton Beach is a city in southern Okaloosa County, Florida, United States. Venture out of the city with trips to Santa Rosa Beach (in Santa Rosa Beach), Pensacola Beach (Gulf Islands National Seashore & Innerlight Surf Shop) and Pensacola (Room Escape Games & National Naval Aviation Museum). There's still lots to do: get close to the beloved marine mammals with AJ's Water Adventures, enjoy the sand and surf at Henderson Beach State Park, and stroll through Navarre Beach.

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Traveling by flight from Orlando to Fort Walton Beach takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus, car, and taxi. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Orlando to Fort Walton Beach. In August, daytime highs in Fort Walton Beach are 37°C, while nighttime lows are 27°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sat) so you can go by car to Panama City Beach.

Boasting 43 km (27 mi) of white sandy beaches and plenty of sunshine, Panama City Beach is an ideal choice for a relaxing holiday.

Start off your visit on the 13th (Sun): enjoy the sand and surf at Panama City Beach, then see the world from above with a helicopter tour, then get up close to creatures of the deep with Panama City Beach Dolphin Tours & More, and finally test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms.

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You can drive from Fort Walton Beach to Panama City Beach in 1.5 hours. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time to Eastern Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. August in Panama City Beach sees daily highs of 38°C and lows of 27°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Mon) so you can fly back home.