America holidays in the east offer best of city excitement and Florida fun

Those going to the Sunshine State first are likely to be pulled in by its white shorelines and aquamarine waters, but there is a lot to see besides its spectacular beaches.

Nevertheless, this is a good place to start a trip to the east coast, allowing holidaymakers to have a few days of pure relaxation as they rest peacefully in the Florida Keys.

The archipelago of islands stretches for 126 miles, meaning that visitors have plenty to choose from in terms of palm-fringed shorelines and places to splash in the sea.

As well as being able to shed the stress of everyday life while soaking up the sun, tourists can enjoy some of the more adventurous opportunities available on the Gulf of Mexico, such as surfing and snorkelling.

The Florida Keys are a great place to see some of the nation's exciting marine life as you could come face-to-face with dolphins or even its manatees, better known as sea cows.

If you don't fancy a close encounter but still want to see what lives in the waters that surround the state, you might wish to visit SeaWorld, near the theme park city of Orlando.

SeaWorld is one of the many attractions that invites thousands of tourists to Florida every year, but as well as exciting rides and thrilling shows, this is a theme park with a difference as it allows people to see wildlife such as seals, polar bears, giant stingrays and its resident killer whale Shamu.

But if theme parks are what you are after, then a trip to Walt Disney World is a must.

The most famous Florida attraction celebrates all of Walt Disney's stories with a huge variety of exhibitions, shows and rides.

There are four main parks and two water parks, and its thrilling rollercoasters mean that it is not just a go-to destination for children, but for adults too.

If you want to take advantage of the other Orlando sites, then make sure you add a visit to Wet 'n Wild and Universal Studios to your itinerary, where you can get an adrenaline rush at its Jaws experience.

After all the excitement of the theme parks, jet setters can enjoy a different kind of thrill by setting off for Florida's most famous city - Miami.

The face of Miami has changed a lot over the years and while you can still enjoy its beaches and large hotel resorts, it is also popular for its high-rise buildings and rich Spanish culture.

Being so close to Latin America, a lot of immigrants have headed to its shores and taken residence in the US, creating a huge international influence over the city.

Now, tourists can enjoy Mexican and Cuban cuisines as much as Miami's traditional seafood and have an authentic Latin-themed night out, going salsa dancing and sampling a mojito.

Once you're in the mood for big cities, you could take a look at the huge differences between America's urban areas.

Cities in the deep south, such as New Orleans, have a totally different atmosphere entirely, with an emphasis on jazz, soul music and tasty food.

As you head higher up the country, you can explore America's capital Washington DC, taking in the sights of the presidential home - the White House – the Capitol building and the Abraham Lincoln Memorial.

Of course, no city hopping tour of the east coast of the US would be complete without a stop in New York City.

There is no end to things tourists can do, see and explore here and holidaymakers could experience a Broadway show, climb to the top of the Empire State Building, hop on a boat to see the Statue of Liberty and visit its many art galleries and museums.

You can go for a walk around Central Park or go shopping in Manhattan, taking in the sights, sounds and hectic atmosphere of the city that never sleeps.

However you choose to spend your time, the contrast between Florida's peaceful paradise beaches and New York's franticness will quickly become very clear, leaving tourists to see how varied America's east coast really is.

If you're thinking of travelling to America and want to experience the country's bustling cities and relax on its gorgeous beaches, then a USA holiday to its east coast could be for you. Trek America offers America holidays that take tourists to the best attractions in the sunny state of Florida, as well as some of the US's biggest cities.

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