{"id":291906,"date":"2026-06-01T16:09:16","date_gmt":"2026-06-01T16:09:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/291906\/"},"modified":"2026-06-01T16:09:16","modified_gmt":"2026-06-01T16:09:16","slug":"floridas-summer-travel-shift-elevated-easy-and-experience-driven-sponsored-by-visit-florida","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/291906\/","title":{"rendered":"Florida\u2019s summer travel shift: Elevated, easy, and experience-driven \u2013 sponsored by Visit Florida"},"content":{"rendered":"

CHARLOTTE, N.C. \u2014 This article involves commercial content.<\/p>\n

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Summer is just around the corner, but there\u2019s still time to book that much\u2011needed vacation. This year, summer travel is taking a turn\u2014away from packed itineraries and toward destinations that feel relaxed, refined, and rich with experiences. Teaming up with VISIT FLORIDA, national travel expert Kendra Thornton is spotlighting where travelers are heading in 2026 and why the Sunshine State remains a top choice for a fresh, easy-to-plan escape.<\/p>\n


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\u201cTravelers are craving trips that help them slow down,\u201d says Thornton. \u201cFlorida really delivers on that, especially in places like Naples, Marco Island, and the Florida Keys, where luxury meets laid-back coastal charm.\u201d<\/p>\n

Beyond the well-known beaches, travelers are also discovering unexpected sides of Florida. From remote island parks to underwater hotel experiences and lesser-known coastal towns, Thornton says curiosity is driving travel decisions. \u201cPeople want to feel like they\u2019ve discovered something new\u2014even in a destination they thought they already knew.\u201d<\/p>\n

What\u2019s fueling Florida\u2019s buzz this summer? New resorts, revitalized dining scenes, and seasonal events are giving travelers fresh reasons to book. \u201cThere\u2019s a sense of renewal across the state,\u201d Thornton explains. \u201cWhether it\u2019s a newly opened waterfront resort or a food scene that rivals major cities, Florida feels exciting again.\u201d<\/p>\n

For those craving adventure, Thornton encourages travelers to look beyond the beach chair. \u201cKayaking through mangroves, snorkeling coral reefs, or exploring natural springs offers a whole new perspective,\u201d she says. \u201cThese experiences are memorable, immersive, and often overlooked.\u201d<\/p>\n

From upscale coastal escapes to hidden natural wonders, Florida\u2019s summer travel offerings are all about balance\u2014luxury without the stress, adventure without the crowds. For planning tips, destination ideas, and more inspiration, visit Florida Vacations, Travel & Tourism Guide | VISIT FLORIDA<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"CHARLOTTE, N.C. \u2014 This article involves commercial content. The products and services featured appear as paid advertising. Summer…\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":291907,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[6],"tags":[28,30,29],"class_list":["post-291906","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","category-florida","tag-florida","tag-florida-headlines","tag-florida-news"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/291906","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=291906"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/291906\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/291907"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=291906"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=291906"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=291906"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}