10 NIGHTS

3 nights Miami - 7 nights St Pete Beach

  • Miami > St Pete Beach

Virgin Atlantic Holidays' view

Experience the best of both Florida coasts - starting on the Gold Coast for lively nightlife and fantastic shopping in Miami before heading over to the Gulf Coast to enjoy the beautiful St Pete Beach. Glittering Miami is where all of the energy and dynamism of the city meets the laid-back lifestyle of the beach. If you're a bit worn out from the city life, the second half of your trip in St Pete Beach makes for a dreamy getaway thanks its tropical Caribbean climate and pristine beaches.

Itinerary

Stop 1: Miami 

From luxury hotels to authentic Cuban cafes, live sports to art deco architecture, Miami really does offer something for everyone - a destination like no other.

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Day 1: Fly from London Heathrow to Miami daily with Virgin Atlantic 

Days 1-4: Enjoy Miami 

Soak up the sun on one of the many beautiful beaches, visit Little Havana for an authentic Cuban meal and enjoy the bars and restaurants on Ocean Drive. Miami is great for shopping too, from the high-end designer district to the outlets at Dolphin Mall - so leave room in your case! With 3 nights here you've got plenty of time to soak in the best of what Miami has to offer.

Day 4: Miami to St Pete Beach 

Drive from Miami to St Pete Beach, which takes approximately 4 hours (268 miles)

Stop 2: St Pete Beach

St. Pete Beach lives up to its culturally savvy, artsy reputation, with craft boutiques, farmers markets and galleries galore. And that's without mentioning the stunning beachfront, which features in TripAdvisor's Top 25 Beaches in the USA.

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Days 4-10: Enjoy St Pete Beach 

Florida’s Paradise Coast is known for the finer things in life, and its great shopping is one of the destination's most enticing aspects. From eclectic, one-of-a-kind accessories at stylish boutiques to top fashions at major malls to discounted designer finds at outlet centres. When you're not out shopping, take time to relax on Treasure Island Beach, kayak the waters around Fort De Soto Park, and definitely don't miss a trip to Mazzaro's Italian Market which is held every Saturday. With 7 nights here there's time to get active, try to local food and chill out too.

Day 11: Tampa - London 

Time to fly home with Virgin Atlantic from Tampa International Airport to London Heathrow