Florida holidays

Florida is a top destination for families and adults alike. Experience the magic of Walt Disney World, where you can do everything from meeting Mickey Mouse to riding thrilling roller coasters. Plunge down one of the world's tallest, fastest free-fall slides, experience a tropical paradise or just lie back and soak up the sunshine at one of Florida's fantastic water parks. Florida also boasts many other theme parks as well as great shopping malls and themed restaurants. More about Florida.
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Things to do on holiday in Florida

Holidays in Florida offer these great activities:

Thrilling rides in top theme parks, including Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Orlando®, SeaWorld® and Busch Gardens®
Experience space exploration history at the Kennedy Space Center
Swim with a dolphin at Discovery Cove®, Orlando
Feel the excitement at Daytona International Speedway
Visit one of the fantastic beaches on Florida's Gulf Coast

Fact file for holidays to Florida

Florida weather
	daily temperature	daily sunshine	monthly rainfall
Jan	22°C	6.5hrs	6.5cm
Feb	23°C	7.5hrs	7.5cm
Mar	24°C	8.5hrs	8.5cm
Apr	28°C	9.5hrs	3.8cm
May	31°C	10hrs	6.3cm
Jun	32°C	9hrs	20.7cm
Jul	33°C	8.5hrs	22.2cm
Aug	33°C	8.5hrs	25.7cm
Sep	32°C	8hrs	19.1cm
Oct	29°C	7.5hrs	6.5cm
Nov	26°C	7hrs	5.8cm
Dec	23°C	6.5hrs	5.3cm

Flight info

When flying with First Choice Airways to Florida, you can now sit back, unwind and enjoy our exciting new service.

Star Class

Fantastic 33" legroom*
Leather seats for improved comfort
Personal seat back 7" widescreen TV
Choice of 4 course meal and snack before landing
Complimentary pampering pack

Star Class Premier

Amazing 36" legroom*
Air-filled leather seats with winged head support
9" widescreen seat back TV
Entertainment on demand - ability to stop, start and rewind programmes
30 channels with video and games on demand
Priority check-in and boarding
Choice of 4 course meal and snack before landing
Complimentary drinks
Sparkling cocktail before take-off
Complimentary pampering pack
Mood cabin lighting

* Legroom measurements refer to seat pitch

Watch the Star Class video

Fly from	Flight time approx: 9hrs 30mins
Bristol (Feb - Oct only)	London Gatwick
Glasgow (May to Oct only)	East Midlands (May - Oct only)
Manchester

Travel money

Currency: US Dollars

A commission-free foreign exchange service is available at most First Choice Travel Shops and Holiday Hypermarkets.

Passports and Visas

Passport Information: You will require a full 10-year British passport valid for at least 6 months after your return to the UK.

New security measures introduced in October 2004 mean all persons travelling to the USA with a non-machine readable passport will require a USA entry visa. Infants and children travelling on a parent's passport (regardless of whether the parent's passport is machine readable) will also require an entry visa. Applying for a USA entry visa is a lengthy process that can take several weeks so we strongly recommend that:

All customers should obtain a Machine Readable Passport prior to their visit to the USA
Children travelling on their parent's passport should obtain their own Machine Readable Passport before travelling to the USA

A Machine Readable Passport has the holder's personal details (e.g. name, date of birth, nationality and their passport number) contained in two lines of text at the base of the photo page. This text can be read by machine. All UK passports issued in the UK since 1988 are machine readable; however British passports issued overseas may not be. For further information please call the Foreign and Commonwealth Office Travel Advice Unit on 0845 850 2829 or contact the US Embassy.

Visa Information: Please check with the US Embassy as the rules are updated regularly.

Departure Tax: Compulsory overseas departure tax (approx. £28) has been included in your holiday price. You will no longer be required to pay your departure tax at check-in at your overseas airport.

Please note: This information is accurate as of 30 Jan 2007. All charges and visa requirements are subject to change. It is the responsibility of all guests to ensure they have the correct travel documents and we advise you to contact the appropriate consulate.

Language: English

Flydrives

With the flexibility to tailor-make your holiday as you choose, our flydrive packages are perfect to get you started. Fly directly into Sanford Airport and collect your car, then it's up to you!

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Walt Disney World Resort

A whole range of Theme Parks with something for everyone, including Magic Kingdom, Disney's Animal Kingdom and Epcot, on your doorstep. More.

Homes

Live the Florida lifestyle in a spacious, delightfully furnished holiday home. Stay in Orlando and enjoy real holiday independence, close to all the sights and attractions. Most homes have the added benefit of their own private pool for you to unwind in after a hectic day at the nearby theme parks. More.

Twin centre

International Drive and Walt Disney World Resort Twin Centre

Stay in one of our hotels on International Drive where you'll be close to many of the attractions Orlando has to offer with numerous restaurants and shopping outlets.
Then enjoy the magic by staying in one of the Disney Resort Hotels where you'll find fun and excitement right on your doorstep.