Frommer's Best of Florida - by Lesley Abravanel & Beth Luberecki & Jason Cochran (Paperback)

About the Book

"Frommer's books aren't written by committee, by AI, or by travel writers who simply pop in briefly to a destination and then consider the job done. We employ the best local experts to author our guides, in this case, Tampa-based journalist Beth Luberecki, Miami-based newspaper reporter Leslie Abravanel, and award-winning theme park expert Jason Cochran. In this fully updated, highly detailed guide, they show readers how to see the best of Florida in the smartest, most cost-effective and time-efficient way. Destinations covered in the guide are: Miami, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, the Florida Keys, the Dry Tortugas, the Florida Everglades, the Space Coast, St. Augustine, Daytona Beach, Amelia Island, the Tampa Bay area, Jacksonville, Palm Beach and Boca Raton."--

Book Synopsis

Frommer's books aren't written by committee, by AI, or by travel writers who simply pop in briefly to a destination and then consider the job done. We employ the best local experts to author our guides, in this case, Tampa-based journalist Beth Luberecki, Miami-based newspaper reporter Leslie Abravanel, and award-winning theme park expert Jason Cochran. In this fully updated, highly detailed guide, they show readers how to see the best of Florida in the smartest, most cost-effective and time-efficient way. Destinations covered in the guide are: Miami, Orlando, Fort Lauderdale, the Florida Keys, the Dry Tortugas, the Florida Everglades, the Space Coast, St. Augustine, Daytona Beach, Amelia Island, the Tampa Bay area, Jacksonville, Palm Beach and Boca Raton.

The guide includes:

Expertly curated itineraries that allow visitors to see different parts of the state in the most logical and enjoyable way possibleSmart strategies for getting the most out of a visit to the theme parks of OrlandoDetailed maps marked with attractions, hotels, and restaurants Exact pricing for hotels, restaurants, attractions, and tours so that there's never any guessing Invaluable advice about what you'll need to reserve in advance, and what time of day to visit the top sights in order to avoid crowdsFascinating and easy-to-read background on the culture, history and natural history of the state. Picks in all price categories, so you can splurge or be frugal, using the Frommer's star rating systemHelpful planning advice for getting there, getting around, getting the best price on lodgings, and getting the most from your trip

About Frommer's: There's a reason that Frommer's has been the most trusted name in travel for nearly 70 years. Arthur Frommer created the bestselling guide series in 1957 to help American service members fulfill their dreams of travel in Europe. Since then, we have sold over 75 million books, and welcomed millions more to Frommers.com, becoming a household name by helping millions upon millions of people realize their own dreams of seeing our planet. Travel is easy with Frommer's.

Review Quotes

"Frommer's guides cut through influencer noise and AI-generated jargon to give genuine recommendations born from personal journeys and deep understanding. It's the trusted voice of someone who's truly been there, offering insights you won't find anywhere else." - Samantha Brown, Host of PBS' Places to Love

"Frommer's earnest prose, alternately lyrical and artless but always compulsively informative, convey a near-missionary zeal for travel and elevated "Frommer's" from the how-to genre to the kind of book that could change a person's worldview." - The New York Times

"Frommer's has now re-established themselves among the leading travel titles... These human-scale books, written and published by people who genuinely know and love their subject, are perfect for travel's post-pandemic recovery". - The Guardian

"One of the most recognized guidebook brands in the world, Frommer's influence on the traveling public over the past seven decades has been profound. More than 75 million guidebooks bearing the Frommer name have been sold since the mid-1950s." - Travel Weekly Magazine

"It has been decades since I got my start as a travel writer, writing for Frommer's during my years living in Florence, but in my eyes they remain an unwavering go-to source and last word for any of the countless destinations they cover today. I've consulted them more times than I can remember and have never once been disappointed. Am so happy to see that Pauline Frommer and her cracker-jack team continue the enduring legacy of her father Arthur Frommer." - Patricia Schultz, author "1000 Places to See Before You Die"

"If you are a budget-conscious traveler looking for value-for-money recommendations, which includes most family travelers, Frommer's guidebooks offer an excellent choice. Focusing on affordable travel, Frommer's offers practical advice, insider tips, and a reliable rating system. It assigns one to three stars to places and experiences worth your time and money.

Three factors that set Frommer's apart:

Budget-friendly recommendations: Frommer's guidebooks provide a wide range of budget-friendly recommendations. Expect information for affordable accommodations, dining options, and attractions. They also offer money-saving tips to help you stretch your travel budget.Practical information: Frommer's guidebooks are known for their practical and detailed information. They contain everything you need to plan your trip efficiently, from transportation to multiple sample itinerary options.Local insights: Frommer's guidebooks include insights and recommendations from local experts, helping you experience a destination like a local. This unique perspective will enhance your travel experience."

- Gather + Go Travel Magazine

About the Author

New York raised and Florida bronzed, Lesley Abravanel has covered the amusingly vapid celeb scene in South Florida for the Miami Herald and several illustrious supermarket mags since the Kardashians were fetuses. She has also chronicled the evolution of Florida's culinary scene, nightlife, celebrity culture, suburbia, and travel for such outlets as Miami.com, Maxim, The Forward, TripAdvisor, and the Daily Mail for, gasp, nearly 3 decades. In addition to penning several Frommer's books on Florida, she is also the author of the not-so-cheekily titled Florida for Dummies. On the sly, she is a ghostwriter for various organizations, personalities, and businesses. When she's not writing, she collects hot sauces, raises twin teens, and attempts to learn Swedish from her Stockholm-born husband.

Jason Cochran is also the author of Frommer's London, Frommer's Disney World, Universal & Orlando, and Here Lies America. He was twice awarded Guide Book of the Year by the Lowell Thomas Awards (Society of American Travel Writers) and once by the North American Travel Journalists Association for his books on London and Orlando. His voice has reached millions of travelers, from the mid-'90s, when as a long-term backpacker he wrote one of the world's first travel blogs, to his long-running WABC radio show co-hosted with Pauline Frommer, to appearances as a commentator on CBS and for AOL, and to his work at Frommers.com, which under his editorship won Silver for Travel Journalism Website in the 2021 Lowell Thomas Awards.

Beth Luberecki is a Florida-based freelance writer who writes about travel, business, and lifestyle topics for a variety of regional and national publications and websites. A resident of Florida's Gulf Coast for 2 decades, she serves as a senior editor for FamilyVacationist.com, and her travel writing has appeared in publications and on websites including USA Today, Forbes Vetted, TourScoop.com, Times of the Islands, and SmarterTravel.com. Learn more about her at BethLuberecki.com or find her on Instagram at @bethlubereckiwrites.