5 Reasons to Choose a Fly Drive When You Come to Florida

2020/02/10

Walt Disney World by Chris Harrison from Flickr CC

There’s a lot to see when you come to Florida, from theme parks to beach resorts and islands, so that’s why you may be considering a fly drive vacation. When you book this kind of vacation, you choose the flights and your vehicle and then have the freedom to do what you want for the stay, whether you organize every minute or take a laid-back approach. So, why is Florida so great for fly drives?

You can combine two vacations in one

You know how stressful it can be to plan a family vacation. You want to lie on the beach, and they want to ride rollercoasters and visit zoos. Florida has the best of both worlds, so you can spend a few days doing all the theme parks, then drive to the coast for the perfect family beach vacation. The closest beach to Orlando is just a couple of hours away, while the beautiful Florida Keys are about 5 hours by road, where you can drive from island to island.

kayaking in mangroves

There are some amazing places to camp

If you want to enjoy the unspoiled nature of Florida, you can choose an RV rental in Orlando that is fully-fitted with air conditioning, gas cooktop, generator and refrigerator, from Cruise America, which opens up lots of different places to stay. From beachfront to the Everglades, there are some beautiful places where you can camp in your RV, enjoying nature while still having a comfortable bed at night.

There are lots of different routes to take

There are endless places to visit in Florida, and when you have your own vehicle, you can choose where to stay and for how long, taking time to visit the quirky little attractions and small towns along the way. Whether you’ve always wanted to visit Miami with its colorful culture or want to take in beach resorts like Pensacola and Clearwater, you aren’t tied to a certain itinerary so you can make your own.

signs to art shops – St Petersburg – Florida

You go off the beaten track

Certain areas of Florida aren’t as touristy as the major towns and cities, but they’re just as beautiful. For example, the colorful Florida Panhandle in the North is often overlooked by visitors, despite the fact it sits on the Gulf of Mexico, has plenty of beautiful beaches and there is lots to do. You can stay in charming small towns and enjoy the laid-back vibe for a few days before you go off on your next adventure.

It can work out less expensive

At certain times of the year, Florida can be a pricey option for your vacation, but a fly drive can often save you money. It means you can still stay in expensive areas for short amounts of time but balance it out by staying in RV parks or motels on other days. You can also choose a combination of dining out and cooking for yourself, dependent on your budget, and have a lot more flexibility than someone who stays in a hotel.

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