Few places like Florida offer more variety in vacation opportunities:  Fantasy theme parks and attractions -   Leisurely days on the best beaches in the world - Golfing in the “golf capital of the world”  -  Boating, sailing, fishing, diving, snorkeling and swimming along 1,350 miles of coastline  -  Sport and deep-sea fishing  -  Exciting nightlife  -  Exploring unique natural wilderness of Florida  -  NASCAR and Daytona racing events -  Cruises from several Florida seaports.

Theme Parks and Attractions - A natural choice for many who vacation in Florida.  Florida has more theme parks and attractions than any other state.  Orlando is central to many of the Florida theme parks, but also consider other areas throughout Florida.  See Florida Attractions for more information.
Florida Beaches - A great way to get out into the sun and play or socialize with friends and relatives.  Florida abounds with beaches and even in the fall and spring when northern and west coast beaches are too chilly to comfortably enjoy, Florida beaches are quite active and enjoyable.  While the winters are too cool for swimming, they are still a great beach vacation choice for those who enjoy strolling among beautiful beaches or just relaxing on a beach chair catching a little of the warm Florida sunshine.  See our Florida Beaches pages for more vacation ideas.
Boating - With over 1,300 miles of coast line as well as hundreds of natural lakes, Florida is a boater’s paradise.  Consider power-boating, sailing, kayaking, skiing, wake boarding, wind surfing, fishing, snorkeling, exploring the islands and coastal areas, eco-tours, canoeing - Florida offers it all.  Many of the more popular vacation destinations offer boat rentals ranging from kayaks to catamarans to powerboats.

Fishing - Choose your vacation style - bass fishing on a serene lake, inshore saltwater and flats fishing, offshore saltwater fishing for the “big ones”, or sport fishing for the “trophies”!  Bring your own boat or charter.   Florida has a well-established network of charter operations.  Consider the increasingly popular kayak fishing - get close to the water for a more thrilling fishing vacation experience.

Golfing - Not much to say, except Florida has over 1,000 public, private and semiprivate courses!  That coupled with our nice weather makes a golfing vacation a natural, particularly in the fall, winter and spring.
Resorts - Southern Florida and the Orlando areas are particularly rich in both the numbers and varieties of resorts.  Choose your vacation style from luxurious, pampered comfort to upscale convenience.  Most choose a vacation resort second to their preferred vacation activities and interests.
 

Touring - A road trip around Florida offers tremendous potential in vacation variety and interests.  Any of the ideas listed in this section become possible as one tours around Florida.  Additionally, many historical areas can be explored such as St. Augustine or Pensacola.

Family/Friends - Many travel to Florida to visit or vacation with family and friends.  This often pre-determines the location with activities planned around the visit.  Use Awesome Florida to explore options and potential vacation opportunities that complement your visit.
 

Sports - Those who love sports will find a Florida vacation with lots of opportunities.  There are many professional sports teams that call Florida home including football, baseball, basketball, hockey and soccer - see our Florida Sports page for more information.  Additionally, a number of professional baseball teams offer spring training sessions.  For race fans, look to NASCAR racing at Daytona and Miami, and a variety of racing at the Daytona International Speedway throughout the year, as well as the occasional special events Grand Prix racing.

Special Events - Florida is a very active state with year-round vacation activities.  Florida seafood, art and boating festivals abound.  With our great weather, motorcycle events and gatherings can also be found year-round, including the world-renowned Bikeweek and Biketoberfest in Daytona Beach in the spring and fall, respectively.  Of course, there are also many world-class boat shows for power and sail.
 

Shopping - For those who have a passion for shopping - you know who you are - a Florida vacation has lots of new venues and shops to explore!  Make it a “shopping vacation” if you wish, or disguise as a visit to family and friends! Great shopping opportunities exist throughout Florida, ranging from world-class shopping districts to whole towns that cater to the antique business.  Explore some of Florida Cities for more vacation ideas (hint: check out Naples!).
 

Active Vacation - Plan an active vacation involving any of the ideas above.  A beach vacation could involve parasailing, wake boarding, surfing, jet skiing, kite boarding or windsurfing.  Spring-breakers have laid claim to a number of Florida locations for very active vacations including Fort Lauderdale, Panama City Beach, Miami, Daytona Beach, Clearwater and the Florida Keys.

Arts - Most of Florida’s larger cities include a variety of museums of art and history as well as performing arts centers.  See our Florida Cities page to explore each city for vacation opportunities that include the arts.

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The assumption is that operating a 15 passenger van is clumsy and daunting. Renting a  van rental from Image Van Rentals provides you with the option of a two- or four-wheel drive van that offers maximum load capacity with the ease of driving a car. Making a short move or taking stuff to the dump? Then perhaps you might consider a Sprinter van rental from IMAGE Van Rentals. A Dodge Sprinter van rental is well suited for large groups or a small moving jobs and is easier to load than a small truck. Once more these vans are easier to operate
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A quick look at the sights
Travelers in 12 and 15 Passenger Rental Vans simply have to see the sights in Philadelphia in order to truly appreciate the city’s historic value. So buckle up and enjoy the ride! Just north of Independence Park, travelers will find Franklin Square, home to an old-fashion carousel and a charming Philly-themed golf course. Art addicts will want to make their way to the Philadelphia Museum of Art (made legendary in by Rocky) as well as The GoggleWorks community arts center. For the children in your travel group, there’s the kid-centric Please Touch Museum and the popular Ride the Ducks tours at 6th and Chestnut Streets. And that’s just the beginning. Travelers in 12 and 15 Passenger Rental Vans will find even more to discover in Philly after just one afternoon.

Get organization
Travelers in 12 and 15 Passenger Rental Vans should begin their Philadelphia vacation at the Independence Visitor Center. It’s located at 6th and Market Streets. Travelers in 12 and 15 Passenger Van Rental will find convenient underground parking just off of I-95 (the entrances are located at 5th Street or 6th Street, between Market and Arch Streets). The facility, which cost $38 million to build, is just one block north of the Liberty Bell and overlooks the National Historical Park. Inside the center, travelers will find oodles of information, as well as automated kiosks, five exhibition nooks, a theatre and a gift shop. The center also offers free tickets to some of the city’s major landmarks, such as Independence Hall and the Liberty Bell Pavilion. Travelers in 12 and 15 Passenger Rental Vans can also make a variety of reservations at the center, including dinner and hotel bookings. The center is open daily from 8:30am to 5pm (hours are extended until 7pm in the summer). For more info, call toll free 1-888-537-7676.

Philadelphia University
Founded in 1884, this institution is located on the edge of Fairmount Park. It is a growing private university with much to enrich and enlighten minds. Offering more than 40 undergraduate and graduate programs in areas such as architecture, fashion, textiles and business, Philadelphia University is a phenomenal learning ground. Being the first chartered member of the Ivy League is just one of the historic stories that has built this school on tradition and success.

Philly - Don’t say this. Only locals call Philly, Philly. Stick with Philadelphia to avoid rude looks and rolled eyes.
Front Street - If you ask for directions and someone tells you to take Front Street, don’t waste your time trying to find it on a map. There is no Front Street in Philly. It’s really 1st Street. People just call it Front.
The Boulevard - Travelers in will become quite familiar with this street. This is Roosevelt Boulevard, Route 1 North. It’s a high-speed thoroughfare that connects the Schuylkill Expressway to the Pennsylvania Turnpike.
Schuylkill - Phonetics won’t help you with this tongue twister. Schuylkill is actually pronounced “Skoo-kill.” It’s the name of the river that flows by the Philadelphia Museum of Art, as well as another name for I-76
Cheesesteak - While this term won’t help you from getting lost, it will help you from feeling hungry. Said as one work, a cheesesteak is a sandwich made with thinly sliced strips of steak, grilled onions and provolone cheese. Try one on your upcoming 12 and 15 Passenger Rental Vans vacation; you’ll love it.

Terms to know before you go
Think you know what a cheesesteak is? Best to make sure! Here are a few terms you should be familiar with prior to embarking on a 12 and 15 Passenger Rental Vans vacation to the City of Brother Love.

Philadelphia Orchestra
The Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts became the home for the Philly Orchestra in 2001; attending the concerts of the Philadelphia Orchestra has become one of the city’s more cultural things to do. Starting in September and concluding in May, the orchestra plays out the season in one of the two performance areas. The Verizon Hall, which seats 2500 people, and the Perelman Theatre, seating 650 people, are acoustic dreams. This, now landmarked venue, was named after the honorable Sidney Kimmel, who donated the largest gift to the construction of the building. If you are a lover of the orchestra, this is a must, as far as experiences in Philadelphia go.

Wilma Theatre
Named after the Shakespearean fictional female character, this theatre shows you an art form that engages all audiences. Through the reflections of contemporary life, the theatre shows create and portray the adventures that many of the audience will encounter throughout their lifetimes. The intimate surroundings of the theatre, only seating 296 people, allows their shows to wisp you away into the world you are observing.

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If the sites and sounds of the orchestra and theatre are not enough to get your blood flowing, then we suggest you go on the famous Ghost Tours of Philadelphia. You will be introduced to the haunting tales of America’s spookiest city. Walking along in only candlelight through Independence Park, you will have questions to ask, and maybe they will be answered. Is Ben Franklin still roaming the streets, what really goes on at Independence Hall and is Benedict Arnold finished with the Powel House?

Business and Group Travel Planning
Known as the top spot when planning family vacations to Orlando Florida, Disneyworld, is an obvious destination for group business meetings and conventions. With so much for everyone to do, inviting the family and significant others is only natural.
Disneyworld alone boasts four major theme parks, where myriad entertainment possibilities await.

Disneyworld’s Magic Kingdom is a place where children (old and young) meet their favorite storybook characters. Visitors enjoy special attractions like Monster’s, Inc. Comedy Club, Mickey’s Philharmonic, Wishes Nighttime Spectacular, Space Mountain, Haunted Mansion, and so much more.

More modern character creations are met at Disney-MGM studios. Learn about ‘the biz’, and be a star at experiences like The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror, Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster starring Aerosmith, Playhouse Disney, and Beauty and the Beast - Live on Stage. Star in your own productions - the perfect way for group travelers to come together at Disneyworld.

Our precious earth and its naturally magical creatures star at Disney’s Animal Kingdom. Storytelling as only Disney can, the Animal Kingdom provides education and entertainment to all. Special features include Finding Nemo - The Musical, Kilimanjaro Safaris, Kali River Rapids, and every young boy’s favorite - Dinosaur.

Explore worlds unknown at Epcot Center. Mission: Space, The Seas with Nemo & Friends, Test Track, and Illuminations: Reflections of Earth are just a few offerings to explore.

Of course not all travel partners are children; vacations to Orlando Florida and Disneyworld are equally appealing to adult business companions. Entertainment abounds at adult entertainment venues such as Cirque du Soleil La Nouba and Pleasure Island. Downtown Disney offers big city dining, shopping and entertainment in a complete city-within-a-city atmosphere.

Every season offers prime times to plan vacations to Orlando Florida and Disneyworld, but an off-season event enhances the enjoyment of business and leisure travelers alike. Disneyworld outlines the best low-hassle times to visit each season when smaller crowds mix with special Disneyworld attractions. As a general rule, avoid school vacation weeks. Book shortly before or after; plan events when everyone else is just returning to school and during late winter doldrums. Beat the crowds by booking weeks just before the release of schools. Late May and early June offer great weather, small crowds, and festive summer kick-off attitudes.

“We Promise Great Meetings” is the motto of Orlando Florida’s Convention and Visitors bureau. That’s because every last detail of business and meeting planning in Orlando Florida is covered. From convention sites to Theme Park passes for companions, event coordination is an art in Orlando Florida where lines between work and play blur. Endless possibilities in hotels, accommodations, convention sites, and everything in between abound.

Orlando Florida’s average temperature never dips below a comfortable seventy degrees, and highs max out around ninety-two. A tropical climate, big busting storms can be an issue from June through the fall months, but the Convention and Visitor’s Bureau has joined with all major theme parks and accommodations to guarantee your arrangements even then. The months from late fall through Spring enjoy the most moderate temperatures, with little distraction from mother nature.

Disneyworld in Orlando Florida has every aspect of business and convention planning covered. Plentiful options for entertainment and business alike ensure everything a mixed trip could need are only calls and clicks away.
Things To Do In Orlando FLorida

Clarion Resort Waterpark

Catch the Wave at Clarion Resort and Waterpark

By combining a hotel resort with an on site waterpark, the Clarion Resort and Waterpark in Kissimmee, Florida has brought together best of both worlds for Orlando area vacationers while saving them lots of money. The Clarion Resort and Waterpark is an ideal location for families, wedding parties, conventioneers, and travelers who seek an affordable, fun location with access to all of the attractions that Orlando is famous for plus a full scale waterpark that is only a few steps away from their hotel room.

2261 E. Irlo Bronson Hwy. , Kissimmee, FL, US, 34744-4905 | Phone: (407) 846-2221 

Walt Disney World

Walt Disney World is the most visited theme park in the world. At over 25,000 acres, the park houses four theme parks (Magic Kingdom, EPCOT, Animal Kingdom and Disney’s Hollywood Studios), two waterparks (Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon) and 14 themed resorts. You’ll want to plan ahead if you’re going to enter the World. With so much to see and do, it can be overwhelming without a game plan in place.

Downtown Disney

If you’re not in Orlando to experience Walt Disney World, you can still make a trip to Downtown Disney for entertainment, shopping, dining and nightlife. Check out the Lego play area or visit the Cirque du Soleil for a show you don’t want to miss. Plus, with every souvenir shop imaginable, you’ll be able to purchase all types of Disney souvenirs without setting foot in Disney World.

Discovery Cove

While you’re in Orlando, you can rent a car and take a trip to Discovery Cove, a beautiful, tropical oasis. The park is a deluxe simulation of a Caribbean isle. You can snorkel at the Coral Reef, float the river, take a break on the white sand beach, swim with dolphins or relax under the refreshing waterfall.

SeaWorld Adventure Park Orlando

Feed stingrays, watch turtles, or check out all of the critters at Manatee Rescue. You can’t leave without watching Shamu’s amazing shows. If you’re looking for more thrills, speed along a track in the floorless rollercoaster.

Wet ’n Wild

Rent a car, throw on your bathing suits and spend a day at Wet ‘n Wild. This popular water park has acres of water fun from relaxing lazy rivers, to thrill rides for the more adventurous. The park even has a Children’s Playground, for those under 48 inches to make a splash in shallow pools.

Orlando Science Center

Take a break from the theme parks one day and drive a rental car to the Orlando Science Center. The center features hundreds of hands-on exhibits, and the NatureWorks area educates visitors about coral reefs, salt marshes and swamps of central Florida. A great learning experience for all ages.

Kennedy Space Center Complex

Located about an hour east of Orlando, you can rent a car and visit the Kennedy Space Center, home to a major NASA launch site. While you’re there, check out an IMAX film, visit the re-created rocket launch control room, or take a spin in the space flight simulator.

Busch Gardens

You’ll definitely need to rent a car to drive from Orlando to Tampa Bay, but Busch Gardens is worth the drive. Thrilling rollercoasters and an Africa safari experience make this a trip you won’t forget. The park also offers animal exhibits, rides, a river expedition and more.

Universal Orlando

Drive to Universal Orlando and you can experience the adventurous thrill rides and attractions at Islands of Adventure. The park brings your favorite cartoons and comic book characters to life. For a behind the scenes look at movies, Universal Studios Florida might be a perfect stop. The movie and TV based theme park allows you to be the star as you get into the action in your favorite movies.

South Florida Boat Show 

Miami International Boat Show & Strictly Sail Miami - Florida Boaters Guide - Boat Show Calendar

 All aboard! The South Florida Boat Show is about to set sail for the fourteenth time at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Over 20,000 people attend this annual event, and now you can too. Whether you’re a true-blue boater or a first-time purchaser, the South Florida Boat Show is sure to have a make and model that’s perfect for your budget. Special features are presented daily covering everything from fishing to diving, so what are you waiting for? Raise your anchor and visit the 14th annual South Florida Boat Show during your upcoming Office Move ( Green Port Everglades Florida Cruise Terminals Florida ) Van Rentals For Group Travel Cheapest vacation.

The best boats can be found in South Florida

Boats are a common form of personal transportation in Florida, providing travelers with quick and easy access to coastal getaways. So where do the local boaters purchase the water-bound wonders? At the South Florida Boat Show of course. Image Miami Exotic Car Rental Clients will find all of the latest boats and boat accessories at the show, including state-of-the-art power boats and personal watercrafts. Miami Travelers Who wants to Rent Luxury cars or 15 Passenger Vans customers will also find a range of marine electronics, fishing tackle, boats lifts and engines on display at the show. If it belongs on a boat, you’ll find it at the South Florida Boat Show.

Florida’s biggest names in boating all in one place

The best boating suppliers, producers and distributors come out to wow the crowds at the South Florida Boat Show, so come prepared to see the future of water transportation during your upcoming visit. From sunglasses to sonar, these companies bring it all to the table during this exciting event. Exhibitors set to appear at this year’s show include Davey Marine, Bluewater Sport Fishing Boats, Joel’s Outboard and Latitude Power Boats. Boat prices range from about $5,000 to $250,000 with sizes reaching up to 40 feet. More than 4 dozen companies will be packed into the Miami Beach Convention Center for this event, so come early and stay late - you’ll need all the time you can get.

You get what you put in

The South Florida Boat Show is a major event in the Florida boating world. In fact, advertisers hold nothing back when it comes to promoting this event. Nearly $100,000 is spent on advertising for this even, including everything from radio and TV to billboards and mail. Image Miami Exotic Car Rental Clients can expect to see flyers circulating Miami up to two weeks prior to the show. Luck for show organizers, this advertizing really pays off. Over 20,000 people are expected to attend this year’s show so don’t wait. Get your tickets today and visit during your upcoming Miami vacation.

Set sail for the Miami Beach Convention Center

Image Miami Exotic Car Rental Clients will have no problem finding the Miami Beach Convention Center. If you’re coming from the south, simply take I-95 northbound, exiting at the MacArthur Causeway to Alton Road North. From there, turn right onto 17th Street and then left onto Convention Center Drive. If you’re coming from the north, take I-95 Southbound, exiting at the Julia Tuttle Causeway to Alton Road South. From there, turn left onto 17th Street and then another left onto Convention Center Drive. The Miami Beach Convention Center is located at 1901 Convention Center Drive.

Show Information

Dates & Location

February 12 - 16, 2009

MIAMI BEACH CONVENTION CENTER
1901 Convention Center Drive
Miami, FL 33139

SEA ISLE MARINA & YACHTING CENTER
1635 N. Bayshore Drive
Miami, FL 33132
NOTE: This location does not require a pass or ticket for entry.

MIAMARINA AT BAYSIDE (Strictly Sail Miami) - visit our Strictly Sail Miami site for complete details at www.strictlysail.com/shows/miami.asp?show=miami.
401 Biscayne Blvd
Miami, FL 33132

Courtesy Shuttle Buses will run between all three location including the park & ride at the American Airlines Arena and Bicentennial Park from 1 hour prior to show opening through 1 hour after show close daily.

Show Hours

“Premier Day”
Thursday, February 12, 10:00am-6:00pm

Friday, February 13, 10:00am-8:00pm
Saturday, February 14, 10:00am-8:00pm
Sunday, February 15, 10:00am-8:00pm
Monday, February 16, 10:00am-6:00pm

Marina locations open at 10:00am and close at 6:00pm daily

Admission

“Premier Day” - $30.00

Friday - Monday:
Adults - $16.00
2 Day Pass - $30.00
Youth, age 13–15 years - $6.00
Children, age 12 and younger - FREE

E-Tickets are available NOW!

Tickets will also be available for purchase at both the Miami Beach Convention Center and Strictly Sail box offices. No admission is required for the Sea Isle Marina & Yachting Center location.

Admission to the show is just $10 for adult Image Miami Exotic Car Rental Clients and $5 for children. Miami Exotic Car Rental Clients can learn more about the South Florida Boat Show by calling 1-954-946-6164. The South Florida Boat Show is produced by Marine Industries Unlimited Inc. They’re posted more details online at www.soflaboatshow.com.