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Everglades Safari Park – Florida

Airboat Tours, Alligators and the Everglades. These three things are synonymous with Florida and probably on many a visitors to do list. Well, if your looking to tick these off whilst tagging on some food and a days adventure to boot then the Everglades Safari Park provides the perfect holiday excursion.

Airboat Safari Florida - TravelammoThe Safari park, based in the Everglades offers a chance to experience the beauty and expanse of the region whilst enjoying a exhilarating tour. When taking the airboat tour you will snake your way down narrow channels, through the mangroves with the opportunity wild birds, turtles, snakes and the odd wild boar sneaking around. After a short while you will emerge into the vast expanse of swampland’s and your air boat captain will open up the throttle and whisk you off to some fabulous locations for spotting alligators and the large array of wildlife that call the swampland’s home.

Alligator Show Florida travelammoThe park offers several different tour types which are purchased upon entering the park including private Airboat rides, Sunset tours and personalized trips. Your air boat ticket also includes admission to the park including several exhibits, shows and walking trails.

Alligator Florida - TravelammoAlthough there is no food or beverages available within the park there is a restaurant located at the entrance serving snacks and light meals along with the chance to experience the taste of Alligator. The restaurant offers take away snacks and meal deals if you need to take something with you for the journey back to your holiday rental villa or hotel.

Located on the US-41 in the south of Florida, Everglades is probably one of the most convenient parks to get a real feel of the Everglades without having to travel to far off the beaten track. If your simply looking for a Airboat ride then there are plenty on offer throughout Florida and in all honesty, this safari park due to being located right on the edge of the Everglades state park is not the most convenient if your based in Orlando. Still, its worth the drive and if your travelling past the Miami area it should not be missed.

Location:

    • 26700 8th St SE, Miami, FL 33194, United States

Directions:

From Miami: Join highway US-41 and follow for approximately 30 Miles.

From Orlando, Florida keys, Fort Lauderdale: From either the US-1 or the Ronald Reagan Turnpike join the highway US-41 heading west. Follow the US-41 for approximately 15 miles from the turnpike and arrive at Everglades Safari park on the left.

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Daytona Beach Visitors Guide – Florida

Steeped with history the name Daytona Beach is know the world over. Probably most famous for its association with motor sports it is often considered one of the birth places of modern day American Motor racing.

Although most will know of the Daytona International Raceway and its long sandy beaches, Daytona Beach is actually a city in its own right. Located in the north east of Florida on I-95 the city area lies between the interstate highway and the inter-coastal waterway. The beaches of Daytona and Daytona Beach Shores are located further east accessed by crossing over the many inter-coastal bridges.

The History of motors sports runs deep within the city and originates from racing conducted along the miles of hard packed flat sands. Still to this day you can drive on the beach although this is now only for parking purposes. With the growing popularity of the motor racing taking place on the beach the Daytona International speedway was born and from then racing was conducted at the opal circuit. As it stands today the speedway is one of the most famous in the world, probably second only to the Indianapolis Speedway. The Oval circuit plays host to some of Americas largest annual racing events including the Daytona 500 NASCAR race and the Rolex 24hr Sports cars events.

Daytona Beach - TravelammoThe majority of visitors, unless attending a sporting event, are drawn to the city by the Beaches and the ease of access, warm waters and local attractions. Its these features that bring  tourists in by the millions annually. The ability to park on the beach makes it one of Florida’s most accessible beaches and the freedom of having you car to hand for provisions is also a plus. It also means there is always somewhere to park and is quiet a novelty to be able to drive on the sands, something not possible most places.

Visit the Pier and dine at Joe’s Crab Shack

Central to the beach is a small Pier and Boardwalk which is home to a handful of amenities and restaurants including Joe’s Crab Shack and Pizza King along with several amusements and snack shops. North of the Boardwalk there are a selection of thrill rides including Ferris Wheel, Coasters and Bungee Slings.

As with most beaches in Florida, there are many areas on and around the sands which are home to delicate protected wildlife and plant life. Daytona is no exception to this and with the ability to drive on the beach please pay attention to the signs and avoid and protect areas which are marked, especially areas of nesting Turtles.

Helpful Tips:

    • Access to the beach parking is located regularly between the beach front hotels, look for the signs along the A1A.
    • All beach parking is South of the pier.

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Take in the east coast of the USA – Drive I-95

When holiday makers dream of a road trip in america, route 66 is usually the first hing that comes to mind. Although of course this is one of the most famous tourist drives in the United States, holidays makers planning a trip to North America would be wise to consider the alternatives such as driving I-95.

Palm Lined I95 TravelammoWhilst there is nothing wrong with traveling the length of Route 66, it is certainly a worthwhile adventure, Interstate 95 has just as much to offer. What other road trip could honestly offer the beauty of the Maine’s green and lush countryside, Cities like New York and Washington DC, the southern states with their rich culture and of course the glorious sunshine state of Florida. Driving from north to south though several climate zones, temperatures will warm with everyday and the scenery will transform from green pastures, though dense pine forests on to the tropical surroundings and palms of the everglades and Florida Keys.

Boston Massachusetts - TravelammoOur Favored direction would be north to south and to allow as many days as your trip allows to rest and relax in the warmth and sunshine of Florida before your long flight home, this is especially relevant if only driving the one way. Allowing a good few days in your final destination also gives flexibility should you find extra stop offs and places of interest along your drive, the need for an extra over night on route wont be a problem knowing you have flexible nights at the end of your stay.

What states does the I-95 take you through?

Beginning in Maine right on the border with Canada, I-95 continues on through the states of New Hampshire, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and finally Florida.

River Street Savannah TravelammoThe I-95, being a major trunk road for traffic heading north and south on the east coast of the United States, there is certainly no shortage of places to get your head down for the night. With many major cities dotted along the route accommodation options are plentiful form metropolitan hotels in the heart of the cities to easy and cheap motels alongside the Interstate.

Florida Sign - TravelammoThroughout the journey along I-95, like many interstates there is plenty of rest areas, virtually all of which are extremely well maintained and provide picnic areas, vending machines, toilets and tourist information services. On the border of each state you will find Welcome centers, we thoroughly recommend these as stop off points as they include all the rest area services along with usually manned tourist information offices packed with knowledgeable staff, Info leaflets and vouchers. Handy state maps are unusually on offer for free also.

Of course with any road trip a little planning is wise although not necessary, as long as you arrive at your final destination on time and you’ve packed plenty in then you will have for filled your goal. That is the great thing about driving a single interstate, you have your plan, its already printed on a map, the adventure is discovering whats along the way. Booking hotels is not even essential as almost all will accept walk ins, although costs will always be higher. We do however recommend that you choose the places you wish to spend some time in and make these you key objectives which will dictate your driving needs.

Route highlights:

    • Explore the historic Coast of Rhode Island.
    • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
    • New York, New York.
    • Boston, Massachusetts.
    • Washington DC.
    • Savannah, Georgia.
    • Daytona Beach, Florida.
    • Cocoa Beach, Florida.
    • Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
    • Miami, Florida.

If your looking to explore further afield from the interstate then there is even more on offer including Kill devil Hills and the Wright Brothers museum on the outer banks of north Carolina, Myrtle Beach and Hilton Head Island in South Carolina.

Top Tips:

  • Plan your driving distance each day so you don’t spend endless hours on the road.
  • Get off the interstate and plan time for unexpected finds.
  • Do stop in all the Welcome centers and browse the information of offer.
  • Don`t rush and take in the view.
  • Mix your accommodation types, Plush hotels are great but nothing beats the ease of a Motel just of the route.
  • Personally we have found a long drive like this is more pleasurably in a large SUV rental, it affords the comfort and extra space that will make the journey much more comfortable when spending lengthy times in the car. Remember it will also be your daytime home.

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