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Florida Family RV Adventure – September 29 to October 4

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Day 1: Monday 29 September – From Disney to Tampa Bay

Morning: Depart Disney World early and head north on I‑4 to reach Tampa Bay. Stop at Sunshine Skyway Bridge for photo ops and continue to your first RV stop.

Afternoon: Set up at Fort De Soto Campground, a waterfront site with full hookups and a beach launch. After checkout, explore the historic Fort De Soto Park—rent bicycles and walk the nature trails.

Evening: Enjoy a sunset dinner at the park’s picnic pavilion, then relax at the campground’s playgrounds and splash pads for the kids.

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Day 2: Tuesday 30 September – Tampa Bay Highlights

Morning: Visit Busch Gardens Tampa Bay for thrilling rides and animal encounters; the park offers a family-friendly “Kids’ Adventure” zone.

Afternoon: Stroll along the Tampa Riverwalk, stopping at the Glazer Children’s Museum for interactive fun, then grab lunch at a riverside café.

Evening: Return to the RV site, enjoy a campfire cooking session, and take a short night walk on the beach to spot fireflies.

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Day 3: Wednesday 1 October – Everglades National Park

Morning: Drive east to Everglades National Park (≈3 hrs). Check in at Everglades RV Resort near the park entrance, which offers pull‑through sites and laundry.

Afternoon: Join a guided airboat tour to see alligators, birds, and the unique “river of grass.” After the tour, explore the Anhinga Trail on foot.

Evening: Dine at the resort’s communal kitchen, then attend a ranger‑led night talk about Everglades ecology.

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Day 4: Thursday 2 October – Florida Keys (Key Largo)

Morning: Depart for the Keys, stopping at the iconic Seven Mile Bridge for panoramic views.

Afternoon: Arrive at Key Largo Kampground (full‑hookup sites, pool, and a private dock). Spend the afternoon snorkeling at John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park, the first underwater park in the U.S.

Evening: Enjoy a fresh‑catch dinner at a local seafood shack, then relax on the campground’s beach boardwalk under the stars.

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Day 5: Friday 3 October – Key West Exploration & Drive to Fort Lauderdale

Morning: Drive to Key West (≈2 hrs). Walk Duval Street, visit the Southernmost Point, and explore the Ernest Hemingway Home.

Afternoon: Take a family‑friendly bike tour around the island, then begin the scenic drive back up the Overseas Highway toward Fort Lauderdale.

Evening: Check in at Fort Lauderdale RV Resort, settle into your site, and unwind at the resort’s pool and splash area.

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Day 6: Saturday 4 October – Fort Lauderdale Beach Day & Departure

Morning: Spend time on Fort Lauderdale Beach—rent paddleboards, build sandcastles, and stroll the promenade.

Afternoon: Visit the Bonnet House Museum & Gardens for a quick cultural stop before packing up.

Evening: Return the RV (or continue your road trip) and enjoy a final dinner at a beachfront restaurant, reflecting on the week’s adventures.

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Time and Cost Estimates

  • Fort De Soto Campground – 1 night, $55/night
  • Busch Gardens Tampa Bay – 4 hrs, $110 (family ticket)
  • Tampa Riverwalk & Glazer Children’s Museum – 3 hrs, $45
  • Everglades RV Resort – 1 night, $70/night
  • Airboat Tour (Everglades) – 2 hrs, $120 (family)
  • Anhinga Trail – 1 hr, free
  • Key Largo Kampground – 1 night, $65/night
  • John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park (snorkel) – 3 hrs, $75 (gear rental & entry)
  • Key West – Duval St., Southernmost Point, Hemingway Home – 4 hrs, $30 (parking & entry)
  • Fort Lauderdale RV Resort – 1 night, $80/night
  • Fort Lauderdale Beach (activities) – 3 hrs, $40 (equipment rentals)
  • Bonnet House Museum & Gardens – 2 hrs, $25 (family)
  • Meals & Fuel (estimate) – 6 days, $600
  • Total Estimated Cost: $1,569

Tips

If you need more leisure time, add an extra night at Key Largo Kampground to fully enjoy the reef, or stay an additional night in Fort Lauderdale for a day of water sports. To shorten the trip, skip the overnight in the Everglades and drive directly from Tampa to the Keys, using Everglades RV Resort as a day‑stop only. Booking campsites at least 4–6 weeks in advance (especially in the Keys) ensures you get full‑hookup sites and helps secure lower rates.

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