FLORIDA ON A BUDGET

Friday 1st December 2006

Martin Roberts

How far? Nine hours

Why go there? Florida has everything under the sun – from theme parks and endless beaches to live shows and the natural beauty of the Everglades.

There's cosmopolitan Miami, the laid-back Keys and the beautiful beaches of the east coast. For the ultimate family holiday, look no further than Orlando – this is entertainment central. Toddlers, teenagers, parents and grandparents can spend every day in a completely different theme park (Disney, Universal, Seaworld). Just pack some comfy shoes for all that walking.

Where to stay There are some fantastic deals to Florida – especially to Orlando. The four-star Holiday Inn Sunspree in Lake Buena Vista is ideal for a family holiday – it's well equipped and handy for Walt Disney World.

How much? Seven nights room-only from £731 per adult, £116 for the first child and £346 for the second, based on two adults and two children under 19 sharing. Includes flights and car hire. Call Thomas Cook on 08701 111111; or visit Thomas Cook