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Read this page for Cheap Hotels in Florida, along with budget transportation and the best deals on local activities.
For low-cost travel strategies and other info about states, visit any of the links shown below.
No matter which state you visit, here's how to enjoy classy, low-cost accommodations, fun, low cost activities, fine regional cuisine, and other local treasures that don't cost a fortune.
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Cheap Hotels in Florida
To score the lowest possible rates on Florida hotels, find the most budget-friendly hotel on priceline for the area in which you're staying.
To maximize your savings on cheap hotels in Florida, reserve your room at least two weeks in advance.
Additionally, taking advantage of
priceline's promotional features (such as the "Name Your Own Price" option) can lower your hotel rates by as much as sixty percent. For example, it is currently possible to get a hotel room in downtown Miami for less than $60 a night. Cheap hotels in Florida are always available.
Also, check craigslist for sublets, vacation rentals, and gigs in your chosen area. With a little bit of luck, you might even score a local pet sitting job!
Cheap Airline Tickets to Florida
Simply visit priceline, search your desired dates and destination, then click the "Name Your Own Price" option. Doing this can save you up to 40 percent on your flight.
Beware that certain rules apply to naming your own price on priceline. For example, no changes can be made to your itinerary, and no part of your payment can be refunded. You may also not have your choice of hotel.
For maximum savings, book your flight at least two weeks in advance.
Also, compare prices for all major airports accessible from your area. For example, you can use the Name Your Own Price feature to score a round trip flight from San Francisco to Miami for less than $500, but you can save another $80 by landing in Fort Lauderale.
Save even more money on flights and Cheap Hotels in Florida by booking your flight, rental car, and hotel at the same time.
Florida Bus Lines
Two major bus lines serving the state of Florida are Greyhound and Trailways. Greyhound Stations are peppered throughout the state. Trailways serves the cities of Orlando and St. Petersburg, among others.
Greyhound locations in Florida are located at:
- Delray Beach
- Fort Lauderdale
- Fort Pierce
- Fort Walton Beach
- Gainesville
- Kissimmee
- Miami
- Ocala
- Orlando
- Panama City
- Pensacola
- Tallahassee
- West Palm Beach
Go here for a Complete List of Greyhound Locations.
Passenger Trains in Florida
Local Amtrak Stations in Florida are located at
- Clearwater-St. Petersburg
- Deerfield Beach
- DeLand
- Delray Beach
- Fort Lauderdale
- Hollywood
- Jacksonville
- Kissimmee
- Lakeland
- Miami
- Okeechobee
- Orlando
- Palatka
- Sebring
- Tampa
- Waldo
- West Palm Beach
- Wildwood
- Winter Haven
- Winter Park
Amtrak Bus connections are available in Bradenton, Dade City, Daytona Beach, Fort Myers, Gainesville, Ocala, Port Charlotte, Sarasota, and The Villages.
Check Amtrak's website for deals and special offers.
Go here for a Complete List of Amtrak Stations.
Other available transportation options in Florida's metro areas are Airport to Hotel shuttles, local taxi services, and rented or shared passenger vehicles.
Still,
despite the many transportational possibilities, the most
cost-effective and healthiest way to get around your favorite Florida
cities are walking, running, skating, or biking.
Top 10 florida destinations
Here's a list of the top 10 Florida attractions for optimal educational fun. These 10 destinations were specially selected by USLearning.net:
- Cattyshack Wildlife Sanctuary Jacksonville
- Florida Keys Eco-Discovery Center Key West
- Flamingo Park Miami Beach
- Zoological Wildlife Foundation Miami
- Exotic Animal Experience Orlando
- Orlando Science Center Orlando
- Skeletons Museum Orlando
- Pinecraft Amish Community Sarasota
- Downtown St. Petersburg St. Petersburg
- Florida State University Tallahassee
useful links
Universities and PhD Programs in Florida
Florida Greyhound Bus Stations
Adventure Learning (main page)