Welcome to Florida, The Sunshine State. On arrival into Orlando International Airport, locate your bags and collect the keys for your rental car, before driving the short hop from Orlando to Kissimmee, to really begin your fly drive holiday.

Check-in to your luxury holiday villa, which will be your home for the next week, where you will be able to relax and enjoy the facilities, as well as discover the best of Orlando’s theme parks, shops and entertainment.

Orlando International Airport > Kissimmee | 16 miles

Windsor Hills Resort or similar

Spend the next few days exploring Orlando’s world-famous theme parks, just minutes from your Kissimmee villa, ask your Freedom Travel Consultant about pre-booking park tickets.

Walt Disney World Resort
With four separate theme parks and two water parks, plus shopping, dining and entertainment, Walt Disney World is a multi-day destination for fun experiences. Choose from Magic Kingdom, Disney’s Animal Kingdom, Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Epcot, or cool off at Disney’s Blizzard Beach and Typhoon Lagoon water parks.

Universal Orlando
At this real film and television studio, step into the action of your favourite movies, like Harry Potter, Minions and Jurassic World. Explore Universal Islands of Adventure, Universal Volcano Bay, Universal DreamWorks Land, Universal Epic Universe and Universal’s CityWalk.

Kennedy Space Centre Experience
Get up close with real space history and NASA’s ongoing mission to Mars, just a short drive from Orlando. Highlights include the Astronaut Hall of Fame, Rocket Garden, Space Shuttle Atlantis, Journey to Mars and Path to the Moon.

Beyond the Theme Parks
A few favourites to add to your itinerary: Discovery Cove, an all-inclusive, reservation-only day where you can swim with dolphins and relax on a private beach. SeaWorld Orlando offers thrilling rides like Mako and Kraken, plus orca and dolphin shows, while ICON Park is a lively entertainment district featuring The Wheel, mini golf and dining. Closer to your villa, Gatorland, Old Town Kissimmee and Fun Spot America offer a lower-key day away from the major parks.

Shopping
If shopping is on your list, Orlando has plenty to offer. From designer bargains at Vineland Premium Outlets to the everyday convenience of The Florida Mall, or a stroll through Disney Springs for shopping, dining and entertainment combined.

Windsor Hills Resort or similar

Switch Orlando’s theme parks for the soft sands of Florida’s Gulf Coast, with a few days’ relaxation on the beach at Fort Myers.

Fort Myers is known for its white sand beaches and clear, warm seas. You can spend a day enjoying swimming, sunbathing, beachcombing, and plenty of water sports such as kayaking, parasailing, and jet skiing.

For more coastal experiences take a short drive to Sanibel and the Captiva Islands, renowned for their pristine beaches and abundant seashells. Here you can visit the J.N. “Ding” Darling National Wildlife refuge for birdwatching and wildlife viewing, or just explore the islands’ charming shops, galleries, and restaurants.

For further wildlife encounters, head to Manatee Park to observe these gentle giants in their natural habitat. Particularly during the cooler months, the manatees gather in the warm waters of the Orange River, providing excellent opportunities for viewing and photography. You could also visit the Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve where you can follow the boardwalk trails through the cypress swamp to observe birds, turtles, alligators, and other native species.

Of an evening you can discover the vibrant arts and culture scene of downtown Fort Myers in the River District. Browse art galleries, boutique shops, and antique stores, dine at eclectic restaurants, and enjoy live music and entertainment at local venues.

Kissimmee > Fort Myers | 166 miles

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Next we change coasts and head to Fort Lauderdale, known as the “Venice of America”. As well as an extensive network of canals, Fort Lauderdale offers a fantastic beach location and variety of entertainment.

You may like to relax on the sandy shores of Fort Lauderdale Beach, known for its pristine sands, clear blue waters, and vibrant atmosphere. You can enjoy swimming, sunbathing, beach volleyball, water sports, and scenic strolls along the iconic promenade.

To explore Fort Lauderdale’s waterways, board a Water Taxi, offering hop-on-hop-off service to various attractions, neighborhoods, and dining destinations along the Intracoastal Waterway and various canals. Alternatively take a stroll along the Riverwalk, a scenic pathway that winds along the New River downtown. Enjoy waterfront views, lush landscaping, public art installations, and access to various galleries and museums.

Away from the water, visit Las Olas Boulevard, a bustling thoroughfare lined with shops, galleries, cafes, restaurants, and nightlife venues. It is great for browsing boutiques, dining al fresco, or just taking a leisurely walk along the tree-lined street to soak in the atmosphere.

Away from the coast, a short drive will take you into the heart of the Everglades National Park. You can join an airboat tour to Glide across the marshes, swamps, and mangrove forests, and spot wildlife such as alligators, birds, and turtles in their natural habitat.

Fort Myers > Fort Lauderdale | 132 miles

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Although you will be flying home today, you do not need to check-in until later in the afternoon, so there is still time for a stop in West Palm Beach, for a visit to Clematis Street for some shopping or a stroll through the waterfront district.

Continue back up the Atlantic Coast and then across to Orlando. If you still have time you can follow Orlando’s International Drive to see the observation wheel and other shops and restaurants, before returning your car, in time for check-in at Orlando International Airport.

Fort Lauderdale > Orlando International Airport | 215 miles