florida hotel in orlando

Florida is the most famous for it beautiful sun soaked white sand beaches with the clear blue water of the sea touching the shore rhythmically. Irrespective of the age group you belong to, the work you do, your likes and dislikes, you cannot help but get enchanted by the scenic beauty of Florida. At a place like this what can be more enchanting than a spacious and tastefully decorated room with a patio or verandah overlooking the beach.
The entire tourism industry of Florida thrives on the presence of the beaches here. Therefore, it is no surprise that the entire beach line is dotted with a number of hotels, resorts and motels. You will find tourist accommodations that will suit all sizes of holiday budgets. Yet, the majority of the accommodations are expensive and thus, extremely luxurious.
A number of these hotels can accommodate even those tourists who are visiting on less than extravagant budget. These hotels offer you the beautiful gardens from where you can soak in the breathtaking view of the sea and the powdery white beaches. You can also rent cottages which are fully furnished and at times they also provide you with the luxury of a Jacuzzi and/ or a swimming pool. A number of hotels provide you with bicycles so that you can pedal your way through the beautiful places in this idyllic setting.
Some of the hotels are strategically designed with large windows so that the guests are not left bereft of any chance to soak in the exhilarating beauty of Florida even while they are within the premises of the hotel. These hotels are more often than not surrounded by small establishments which offer exquisite Chinese, Japanese, Mexican, Lebanese, Caribbean and Indian delicacies. The fact that the beach is a few steps away from your hotel room makes your stay very refreshing and relaxing indeed.

Florida Hotels provides detailed information on Florida Hotels, Orlando Florida Hotels, Jacksonville Florida Hotels, Destin Florida Hotels and more. Florida Hotels is affiliated with South Beach Condo Hotels.

Hotel Near Alligator Farm St. Augustine

Visualize strolling through the streets of an ancient city, where the territory was once ruled by natives, and subsequently English, Spanish and French explorers. Where once upon a time pirates pillaged and with the help of providence and a hurricane, the English routed and destroyed not only a French fort but their formidable sailing fleet as well. Where would you be? St. Augustine, Florida - the oldest European established, and for many, the most fascinating city in North America.
As you can imagine, a city with this kind of history naturally has a charm and unique blend of the old and new unlike any other place in North America. St. Augustine is a magnet for historians, artists, sun seekers, families, honeymooning couples and water enthusiasts alike. Situated on the eastern coast of Florida about 40 miles south of the Florida capital of Jacksonville, the Old City as it is known, is a delightful blend of romance and activity.
To start your exploration, you might begin in Old Town; a unique historical district covering 144 square blocks which includes 29 buildings listed in the National Register of Historic Places. You can stroll through over four centuries of history comprised of boutiques, museums, charming specialty shops and restaurants and walk through the Plaza de la Constitucion, which was established by Spanish Royal ordinances in 1573, thirty-four years before the English settlers of Jamestown sloshed ashore in Virginia, and is the oldest public park in the United States.
"Modern" St. Augustine traces its roots back to Henry Flagler, an early railroad pioneer who in the 1880's developed the city into a destination for wealthy leisure travelers. One of his developments, the former Hotel Alcazar, is now home to the Lightner Museum. Built in 1887 in the Spanish Renaissance style, architects Carrere and Hastings were commissioned by Flagler to design the Alcazar and the Ponce de Leon Hotel (across the street). The two young architects later designed the New York Public Library and the U.S. Senate office building. An architectural treasure worth visiting for its historical significance, the Lightner houses an impressive collection of Gilded Era treasures.
Another historical marvel is the St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum which houses the largest collection of authentic pirate artifacts in the world, including a real pirate treasure chest and flags bearing the Jolly Roger. For more nautical enlightenment, visit the St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum built in 1874.

Although St. Augustine is filled with history and a wealth of shopping and dining diversions, don't forget to bring your towel and sunscreen. Although you'll find the surf a little rougher on the east coast of Florida than on the Gulf of Mexico side, there is plenty to do beachside. You can sail, scuba, kayak, wind sail, swim, jet ski or take a pleasure cruise up and down the coast. Or, when you dry off you may want to try one of several world class golf courses in the area.