Visit Florida E-newsletter

November 22–February 1 St. Augustine | Ponte VedraSee the holidays in a new light—3 million of them. From November 22 to February 1, Nights of Lights illuminates St. Augustine's historic district for what National Geographic considers one of the "Ten Best Holiday Lighting Displays in the World." Which makes Nights of Lights a legitimate world wonder, within easy reach on Florida's Historic Coast.

January 24–25 and January 30–February 1 GainesvilleThe Alachua County Fairgrounds is transformed into a bustling medieval marketplace for the twenty-ninth annual Hoggetowne Medieval Faire. Come be swept away by medieval magic as troupes of actors, street performers, and musicians journey back to the days of yore. Join the crowd and cheer for your favorite contender as mounted knight’s joust!

Party with 180,000 LGBT guest and their friends from around the world at Orlando’s Gay Days from June 2–8, 2015. It is the gay and lesbian vacation experience with multiple events staged at world famous attractions, clubs, and citywide venues. For more information, visit gaydays.com.

Enjoy an effortless escape this winter, spring break, and Easter, and receive up to $600 in resort credit at this Five Diamond–Resort, recently named a top ten resort in Florida. Featuring newly re-envisioned guest rooms by Jonathan Adler, the award-winning Eau Spa, private beach, oceanfront dining, children and teen clubs, nearby shopping, and more!

January 16-25 Amelia IslandThe seventh annual Amelia Island Restaurant Week will feature three-course, price-fixed menus at participating restaurants, where visitors can enjoy a favorite dish, try something new or both.

St. Pete Beach is less than a day’s drive from Buckhead—but once you get there, Loews Don CeSar Hotel won’t waste another second getting you to the beach. With the hotel’s exclusive Park & Beach Package, you’ll receive complimentary valet parking and an umbrella with two luxury lounge chairs for each day of your stay.

Hernando County, on Florida's Nature Coast, invites you to experience amazing outdoor activities in winter's warm sunshine! Walk sections of Florida's Great Florida Birding Trail, paddle on scenic waterways, cycle on- and off-road paths, and much more. No visit is complete without viewing the world famous mermaids at Weeki Wachee Springs State Park.

December 15–April 1 JC Resorts, Clearwater and St. PetersburgBeach warmth this winter. Contact us for value rates on select beachfront vacation rentals. All rentals are directly beachfront with private balconies overlooking the Gulf. Each privately owed rental is fully furnished with your comfort in mind. Enjoy spacious, well-appointed accommodations and everything the Tampa Bay Area offers.

Hernando County, FloridaOrder your free vacation planner, and start making plans to visit Florida's Nature Coast, home of the world-famous Weeki Wachee Mermaids! Learn more about this offer.

Between the beaches, boating, fishing, camping, dining, and museums, there are a million ways to keep your family busy in The Florida Keys. But looking back, it’s the quiet moments you’ll treasure most of all.