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Gold Coast Beaches, Florida

Holidays in Gold Coast

Delve into the Gold Coast’s riches

Stretching from Palm Beach County to Fort Lauderdale and Miami, The Gold Coast is so-called because centuries-old coins have washed up here from Spanish Galleons. With the sun-kissed beaches, beautiful nature and cool cities, you can’t help but feel high on life!

Where to stay in Gold Coast Beaches

Holidays in Palm Beach

Separated from the mainland by Lake Worth Lagoon, the Palm Beaches are known for their gorgeous shores, rich culture, and spectacular shopping. Across the water, the fun continues in buzzy West Palm Beach. Fabulous food, awe-inspiring attractions and beautiful beaches await visitors to this Gold Coast destination - an ideal escape for those who want to see a different side of the Sunshine State.
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Holidays in Fort Lauderdale

With intricate canals and waterways and over 4,000 restaurants, Fort Lauderdale has been dubbed the ‘Venice of America’ and rightly so. With upscale shopping, fine dining and sun-soaked beaches, this is a glorious place to kick back and enjoy some gelato.
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Cocoa beach Florida

Holidays in Cocoa Beach

An hour’s drive from Orlando and a stone’s throw away from the Kennedy Space Centre and Brevard Zoo, this quintessential coastal town is where swathes of sandy beach and bath-warm seawater make for a blissful sunshine escape. The best in the universe, we’d say.
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St Augustine

Holidays in St Augustine

The most charming corner of the Sunshine State is, without a doubt, St. Augustine, affectionately known as 'America’s Oldest City.' Just a two-hour drive from the thrills and excitement of Orlando, St. Augustine offers a stark contrast with its rich historical ambiance. The centuries-old fort, Castillo de San Marcos, stands as a sentinel over the city, its weathered walls whispering tales of battles and resilience. Horse-drawn carriages clip-clop through the pretty cobbled streets, offering a leisurely pace to explore the city's architectural gems and hidden courtyards. As you stroll through this enchanting town, you are transported on a captivating journey through history, where every corner holds a story and every step feels like a walk back in time.
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New Smyrna Beach

Holidays in New Smyrna Beach

Nestled between the engine-revving Daytona Beach and planet-orbiting Kennedy Space Centre, New Smyrna Beach offers up a decidedly more easygoing vibe than its neighbours.
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Daytona Beach

Holidays in Daytona Beach

Daytona Beach is so much more, and a holiday destination in its own right. Known for its boardwalk and pier with numerous arcades, as well as the renowned Speedway NASCAR races in February, Daytona is well worth a visit for any car enthusiast. This stunning 23-mile-long pristine stretch of white-sand beach can be discovered with just a one-hour drive from Orlando and the theme parks, and offers an altogether different experience.
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Hotels in Gold Coast Beaches

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Essential Information for Gold Coast Beaches

Local time
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Language
American English
Currency
US Dollar $
Official currency of the United States
Flight information
Miami (MIA)
9-10h
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Getting around

With clear signage and easy to drive roads, Florida makes a perfect destination to pick up driving stateside. What's more, with our Early Booking Offers, great insurance packages and free one-way rentals in Florida, Virgin Holidays offers the perfect flydrive holiday for you!

Highlights of the Gold Coast Beaches

Home to miles upon miles of sugar soft sand, the Gold Coast in Florida offers a generous slice of beach bliss. Here are its best attractions.

  • Enjoy a fabulous family break in Cocoa Beach, home to 72-miles of surf-perfect shoreline and variety of golden beaches.
  • Daytona Beach is home to 23 miles of sand; water sports and family-friendly beaches.
  • Hit the famous beaches of Miami for beach parties, festivals and A-list people watching.
  • Take a gondola tour of Fort Lauderdale, dubbed the ‘Venice of America’ and see the famous Millionaire’s Row.
  • Tour Miami’s Art Deco district and Espanola Way, a Spanish ‘village’ that appeared in Miami Vice.
  • Explore centuries old Spanish forts in St Augustine, America’s Oldest City or discover historic Fernandina Beach on Amelia Island.
  • Take an airboat tour through the Everglades and spot crocodiles and manatees.
  • Enjoy a shrimping river cruise and eco-tours on Amelia Island.
  • Go scuba diving among shipwrecks off the coast of Vero Beach.
  • Enjoy tiptop golf courses at the PGA National Resort & Spa, Palm Beach; World Golf Village in St Augustine and Sawgrass Marriott Golf Resort in Ponte Vedra.
  • Pamper yourself with a radiance facial at W's Bliss® Spa in Fort Lauderdale.
  • Walk, eat and drink on a walking food tour in Miami or ale trail in Daytona Beach ale.
  • Enjoy grouper sandwiches and fresh conch on the Sunglow Fishing Pier in Daytona and seafood shacks of Hammock Beach.

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