Getting There
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Florida’s Sunshine State Parkway cuts through the center of the state past Orlando and heads east and runs parallel to the southern portion of I-95 which runs the entire length of the state along the east coast. Alligator Alley (SR 84) joins I-75 to go west from Fort Lauderdale to Naples and north to Tampa. Tamiami Trail (U.S. 41) connects Miami to Naples. One road only, U.S.1, goes past the entrance of the Ever- glades and on through the Florida Keys to Key West. Connecting those major throughways are many smaller roads. Traffic can be a problem in the winter months in the built up areas. Seat belts are mandatory in Florida, and you can turn right on red lights. Speed limits are posted.
There are four major airports to accommodate you if you are flying in to South Florida — Miami International, one of the U.S.’s busiest airport, followed by Fort Lauderdale/Hollywood International, Palm Beach International, and the smallest, Southwest Florida’s International Airport in Fort Myers. They offer a variety of domestic and international flights. Miami is a major stop for many South American and European airlines. A few regularly scheduled carriers also fly into Naples Municipal Airport.
If trains are your style, Amtrak connects South Florida along the coastline. You can even bring your car along. An Amtrak Auto Train carries you and your car between Florida and Virginia in an overnight trip. Commuter trains and buses connect West Palm Beach to Miami.
Greyhound buses serve both large and small cities in South Florida from the rest of North America. Long journeys can be inexpensive while short hops are not always so value packed.
Once you get to Florida, you will find some of the least expensive car rental rates in the world. Weekly rates run around $125 for subcompact cars, including unlimited mileage. And nearly every major car rental agency is represented.
