Cruising the Sunshine State – St. Augustine to Key West

Forget about Jamestown and Plymouth Rock – St. Augustine is America's real "First City." Conquistadors claimed this city on Florida's northeastern coast way back in 1565 – long before the Mayflower landed at Plymouth Rock in 1620. You can still see the heavy Spanish influence as you visit many of St. Augustine's oldest structures, including the imposing Fort Castillo de San Marcos. Besides having some of America's oldest buildings, St. Augustine has wonderful shops and restaurants to explore on the pedestrian-friendly St. George Street area. Here, you can sample some of the authentic Spanish cuisine. Don't forget to cap off your day with a romantic carriage ride or stroll by St. Augustine's most iconic sites. Beaches are a stone’s throw away. St. Augustine is the perfect place to stop on your RV trip.

Theme Parks. Amusement Parks. Water Parks. Dining. Entertainment. Orlando is overflowing with fun things to do and experience for all ages, from the seven Walt Disney World Resort parks, to the three SeaWorld Resort parks, to the four Universal Orlando Resort parks, to LEGOLAND Florida. There is almost too much to do! Spend a day or spend a month – you won’t be bored, we promise. Expect a lot of walking to visit all these wonderful places.

From hard-core to casual space lovers, touring the Kennedy Space Center will "blast" your socks off! The complex has exhibits and tours to learn about and see the past, present and future of NASA. The visitor center and bus tour with the multimedia Apollo/Saturn V Center will teach and awe visitors of all ages. Stop by the Astronaut Hall of Fame, among many highlights at Kennedy Space Center. The nearby beaches are great for some outdoor fun after a balmy day touring the Space Center.

Miami is a diverse city rich in culture, entertainment, food, history, and design. There is something for everyone in Miami. Dive into Cuban culture and cuisine in Little Havana; see art and design in the Design District, Wynwood Walls, and the Art Deco District. The Phillip & Patricia Front Museum of Science, the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens, Zoo Miami, the Miami Children’s Museum, and the Fairchild Tropical and Botanic Gardens will delight those seeking beauty and knowledge. Don’t leave without sampling some delicious Cuban food which can be found throughout the area. And check out all the hipsters on South Beach.

Spanning 1.5 million acres, Everglades National Park is America’s third largest park (by area) and the largest subtropical wilderness in the U.S. It is a sanctuary for many protected species including the manatee, leatherback turtle, American crocodile, and the Florida panther. This tropical wetland has quiet beauty and abundant birds and wildlife – imagine sawgrass marshes, coastal mangrove forests, and tropical hardwood hammocks with birds, marine life, and gators. Take an airboat ride, look for tropical birds, fish, kayak, hike and bike this gem. Remember there are wet and dry seasons in the Everglades, so plan accordingly.

This long strip of islands located just south of Miami, is connected by the 106-mile long scenic Overseas Highway (Highway 1). This beautiful drive will take you through all the main Keys, over the famous Seven Mile Bridge, and, finally, to Key West. The charming and bustling town of Key West is a fun place to enjoy some good food, tasty drinks, and fun shops. Consider checking out the many state parks, as well as taking a boat to the Dry Tortugas National Park for the day. Snorkeling, diving, fishing, swimming, and boating of all kinds are popular here. No RV trip to Florida would be complete without a tour of the Keys.