Disney World's Magic Kingdom attracts more than 18 million tourists every year--more than any other theme park in the world. Add in the numbers from its other parks, and Disney seems to approach world domination. Although visiting Disney World is definitely a touristy thing to do, most Florida families like to take advantage of the proximity to The Most Magical Place on Earth. Thus, many residents become die-hard Disney fans.
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This video, (though it's not just about Disney World,) has some really cool facts about our parks. You'll be looking for this stuff everywhere the next time you visit!
What did you think about this video? Do you have any other cool facts that they might have missed? Please share your comments with us below!
Around here, we think Florida is pretty cool. There's plenty of sunshine, water, and wildlife to enjoy--and we wouldn't choose to live anywhere else. Life here is a little different than anywhere else in the country, and there are a few things we people from Florida do that would baffle people living in other states. We like to celebrate our state and everything that makes it unique, so here are a few weird things only Floridians do:
Of course, they're not really weird to us people from Florida, but what are some other things we do differently here? Please share them with us in the comments below! And if you want to show off your Sunshine State pride, check out the selection of Florida apparel from our friends at Wear Your Roots.
Want to learn how to talk like a Floridian? Take a look at this video from OnlyInYourState!:
Most of us know that Florida is known as The Sunshine State due to the seemingly endless sunny days. But, we think this nickname has a few more associations that maybe you wouldn't normally consider. For instance, the warmth you feel every time you drive into the state and see the Welcome to Florida sign. Not only for many does this sign represent the end of a usually long and tiresome road trip, but it also means welcome to paradise - you've finally arrived. What sight could be better than that?
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For many, the Welcome to Florida sign offers a sense of reprieve after a long road trip to the South.
After many hours, possibly even days, of driving, stopping at roadside eateries and rest stops, and letting the anticipation for your vacation build, you've finally arrived.
Located in Hamilton County, the Official Florida Visitor Center gives roadtrippers a chance to pull off, enjoy some history, and take a break.
The history of the sign is actually one of the best, and least-known, fun facts about Florida.
Anyone who has been through the Sunshine State before likely already is familiar with this Florida welcomes you sign, which is filled with warmth and welcome.
But do you know the deeper story behind it? There's much more than meets the eye when you drive by this landmark.
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In 2015, Florida erected a new, more eye-catching sign with 30-foot-high twin towers connected to a 40-foot-wide mock-cable suspension bridge. Now the sign reads - Florida Welcomes you.
Florida is one of the most popular vacation destinations in the United States, it needed to have a little pizazz to get people even more excited about their trips.
Also, make sure while you’re traveling through the state to check out the other welcome signs for cities and counties - the Pensacola Beach sign and the Key West signs are sure to delight.
Beach, waves, and sunshine are popular motifs, but there are some with particularly unique imagery and history of their own.
When you look at the Welcome to Florida sign, what feelings or emotions are evoked for you? For many it’s a childhood memory, for others, it’s a feeling of coming back home.
That kind of nostalgia is what makes Florida such a beautiful vacation spot. It's got something for everyone and there are always fond memories of the trip.
Have you ever seen the Welcome to Florida sign before? Share with us your experience in the comments section below! Or if you have some more fascinating fun facts about this sign, make sure to let your fellow Floridians know. We love to hear your firsthand experiences with these landmarks, it can change the whole perspective.