From a Gilded Age to a Grand Presentby BETHANY LYTTLEAugust 01, 2008The architects Maurice Fatio, Marion Sims Wyeth and John Volk contributed to the architectural opulence of the Palm Beach Gilded Age.(read article)
It's all to play for againJanuary 11, 2006
The Sunshine State has not only recovered from the hurricanes, it's taking on European resorts as a short-haul destination, say Kathy Arnold and Paul Wade.
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A quick fix in FloridaMarch 29, 2006
When the British weather gets you down and you want a weekend of fun in the sun, Miami's South Beach is the ideal medium-haul destination. From classy hotels and funky nightclubs to great cuisine and a beautiful beach, this lively resort has it all, says Kathy Arnold.
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You've never had it so goodDecember 16, 2006
Orlando, the children's favourite playground, has become much more affordable. But a break there still takes some planning. Fred Mawer offers a comprehensive guide.
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Make it short and sweetDecember 18, 2006
The perfect location for a family holiday, Florida is now promoting short breaks for British couples. It's a long way to go for a few days but with a little careful planning, says Arthur Edwards, the Sunshine State can be a great weekend destination.
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Miami: stopover cityNovember 17, 2007
Once little more than a trading station, this Florida port is now the major staging post for the Americas. Whether you want to laze or live it up, Paul Wade shows you how to make the most of the city.
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Orlando: my kind of townJanuary 28, 2008
Novelist Julie Compton loves the eternal sunshine - and the world's best sunsets - of Orlando in Florida.
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Guide to South Beach Floridaby Paul MansfieldJuly 25, 2008
As Paul Mansfield travels across America by train, he offers a guide to the
attractions at each end of the Sunset Limited route. Here, he takes a look
at the changing appeal of South Beach in Miami, Florida.
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Miami Florida: The girl's guideJuly 29, 2008
It's high time this city was rechristened Miami Nice. Fantastic beaches, the
coolest hotels, bars and eateries, plus shops and spas galore. And then
there's the fantastically girlish fondant-fancy architecture&hellip<
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Florida: Insider's guideFebruary 13, 2008
From artificial attractions to natural beauty, the Sunshine State has it all. Kathy Arnold and Paul Wade report.
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Just back: mullet fillets and dancing queensby Debbie NeechMarch 20, 2009
The latest winner in our weekly travel writing competition is Debbie Neech for
this account of an unusual festival in a laid-back corner of Florida.
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Top 10 scenic drives - USAby Lonely PlanetJune 22, 2009They dont call it America the Beautiful for nothing. Roll down that car window and feast your...(read article)
Feasting in Floridaby Lonely PlanetAugust 11, 2009Culinary explorers willing to push past Florida’s thicket of homogenized restaurants are rewarded with...(read article)
Just back: the other side of Orlandoby Deborah Oxley July 31, 2009
The latest winner in our travel writing competition is Deborah Oxley for her
account of an Orlando holiday not based entirely around Disneyworld.
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Pulp fiction, Florida styleby Lonely PlanetOctober 12, 2009Mystery and crime writers love to tickle the swampy underbelly of the Sunshine State. Grab a book from...(read article)
Florida on filmby Lonely PlanetOctober 12, 2009Florida, always fertile ground for delusions and fantasies, has been a goldmine for Hollywood over the...(read article)