Beaches, amusement parks, national parks, and an array of unique tourist attractions make Florida one of the most visited states in America. Families flock to Orlando, while sunseekers head to the coastal cities like Miami, Fort Lauderdale, a string of cities along the southern Gulf Coast, and in summer, to the brilliant white-sand beaches of the Florida Panhandle. For a taste of island life there is nothing quite like the Florida Keys, where life runs at a slower pace and Key West seems a world away from the mainland. You'll also find a long list of must-see sights and events, from the Kennedy Space Center to the Dayton 500, spread across the state. Florida is a place that lends itself to return visits.