Orlando, Florida -- One of the world's premier tourism destinations has decided to prove the axiom, "smile and the whole world smiles with you."  The Orlando/Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau, Inc. (Orlando CVB)  has launched a global search for 67 smiling people who will win a vacation to Orlando  for World Smile Day on October 1.  Sixty-seven is the number of days determined to experience the more than 100 attractions Orlando offers.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida -- Life after dark takes on new meaningSea Turtle at Dusk this summer as endangered sea turtles make their way onto Greater Fort Lauderdale's eight moonlit beaches to lay their eggs deep in the sand, as they have done since the age of dinosaurs more than 150,000,000 years ago.

Amelia Island, Florida -- Geocaching involves the use of a handheld Global Positioning System (GPS) to search for hidden containers, or geocaches, with only a set of coordinates. According to geocaching.com, there are more than 971,000 active geocaches and an estimated four million geocachers worldwide.

Naples, Florida -- The vibrant communities of Naples, Marco Island, Everglades City, Immokalee, and Ave Maria comprise the Paradise Coast region of Southwest Florida. The area ranges between over 30 miles of white sand beaches, along with natural mangrove coastal areas, to vast expanses of pristine inland wilderness preserved as park or conservation land, with vibrant and growing urban areas in between. If you haven’t visited the area recently there is plenty to explore that’s new since your last visit.

Jacksonville, Florida -- From Adventure Landing to an award-winning zoo, with MOSH in the middle! Visit Jacksonville announces a new way to save this spring on a family vacation to Jacksonville. The Jax A-Z Family Pass bundles Jacksonville's top family attractions - Adventure Landing, the Museum of Science & History (MOSH) and the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens at a savings. The one-stop admission ticket, available at Visit Jacksonville's Web site, is $32.99 for adults and $25.99 for children (ages 3-12), a savings of up to $7 per person.

Fort Lauderdale, Florida -- Fifty years ago Connie Francis, George Hamilton and a bevy of then young actors made a movie that would change Greater Fort Lauderdale for decades.  "Where the Boys Are" was an American coming of age film shot in Fort Lauderdale that made the area synonymous with Spring Break, a tradition decidedly out of vogue today.

Bradenton, Florida -- Many visitors to Anna Maria Island and Longboat Key, and on the mainland, in Bradenton and Lakewood Ranch, have discovered the destination’s commitment to green lodging. Known collectively as Florida’s Gulf Islands, the area has 29 hotels and resorts participating in the Southwest Florida Water Management District water conservation program, and 11 other properties that are certified Green Lodging by the Florida Department of Environmental Protection. Together these properties offer a variety of recycling and towel and linen reuse programs, and utilize eco-friendly cleaning agents, Energy Star appliances and energy-efficient light bulbs. A few select accommodators, however, have taken the next step in their commitment to conserve and protect Florida’s natural resources by adding sustainable practices that leave a lighter footprint on the environment, and provide cost savings.

Miami, Florida -- Since January 12, 2009, all travelers from countries in the Visa Waiver Program are required to pre-register online before entering the United States. Travelers can apply for authorization online at https://esta.cbp.dhs.gov/, where they are asked to provide information similar to what is currently submitted on a green I-94W form on arrival in the US.

Orlando, Florida -- Some of the world’s most popular theme parks are now featured in Street View on Google Maps. Virtual visits to the SeaWorld parks in Orlando, San Antonio and San Diego –- as well as Discovery Cove, a swim-with-dolphins resort and Aquatica, SeaWorld’s waterpark, both in Orlando  –- are online.

Tallahassee, Florida -- Spring is an ideal time for weekend travelers to visit Tallahassee as shades of pink – crimson, rose, fuchsia and carnation – paint the landscape with graceful camellias, blossoming dogwoods, fragrant redbuds and royal azaleas. From top-ranked equestrian events and musical entertainment to learning opportunities on gardening, film making and wine, Florida’s Capital City complements the stunning floral architecture with festive happenings and lively diversions.