Sparkling blue waters, brilliant white sand and sun-kissed skies grace Florida's shores with a timeless beauty and ageless appeal. It's no wonder that from the Panhandle to the Keys, Florida's magnificent beaches are worldwide favorites, and are perpetually rated among the top 10 in the United States. University of Maryland professor and coastal geomorphologist Stephen Leatherman, otherwise known as "Dr. Beach," travels the nation's 650 beaches and ranks them annually. His evaluations are based on 50 criteria, including soft sand, clear blue water, abundant wildlife, and far-reaching views. Florida has continued to capture stellar ratings since the survey began in 1991, and its beaches make up nearly half of this year's overall best in the country.  

EPCOT - Visit the whole World as well as the future at Epcot '96. Take a stroll around the World Showcase Lagoon and experience the culture, cuisine and entertainment of eleven different countries, or take a trip to the future at Future World, Innovations and the cosmic Spaceship Earth. 

Disney-MGM Studios - Experience the golden era of 30's Hollywood, the art of film making and many heart-stopping rides. The Twilight Zone Tower of Terror is not for the faint hearted - beware!

Animal Kingdom  - Everyone is going wild with this new animal park which had its doors opened to the public in April 98.the wilderness.

Typhoon Lagoon - popular water park complete with blue lagoon, white sand beaches and the world's largest inland surfing waves. Ride down a creek on a rubber tube, snorkel amongst the reef or take a white water raft ride.

Blizzard Beach - Opened in April '95, Disney's newest water adventure has some of the longest, tallest, and most exciting rides. The concept is that of a ski resort built following a freak Florida snowstorm, which turned into a water park once the snow began to melt.

River Country/Discovery Island - River Country has white water rapids, a swimming hole and corkscrew slides, all set amidst extensive grounds. Just nearby you 1, will also find Discovery Island, Disney's zoological park and bird sanctuary.

Pleasure Island - Disney's centre of opening entertainment, Pleasure Island includes a selection of night clubs, restaurants and shops. Night Owls can dance into the early hours after enjoying a meal in one of the many restaurants.

Walt Disney World Speedway - 407-939-0130 Ride or drive a stock car. 

SEA WORLD - The world's largest marine life park is the area's second most popular attraction. Discover the exhilaration of unforgettable adventures at Sea World of Florida.Feel the rush of danger as you explore the wild artic. Touch feel or just get face to face with awesome and amazing wild animals. Dare to take a one of a kind water coaster thrill ride through the mysterious lost city of the Atlantis at new Journey to Atlantis, opening Spring 98. 407-351-360

WET 'N' WILD - A 25 acre water recreation park with a bonanza of water slides, water rides and wave pool. 407-351-1800 

WATER MANIA - A 38 acre water recreational park with wave pool, water slides, 3+ acre picnic area, volleyball, beach area and 72ft slide. 407-396-2626 

CYPRESS GARDENS - A beautiful setting for water ski shows and boat rides. Girls in beautiful southern traditional dress stroll around the incredible gardens. 1-800-282-2123 or 941-342-2111