Cosmos Holidays Blog

Dizzy and tired from theme park overload? Add up the miles you’ve spent hopping between lines and I bet you’ve hiked covered some serious distances in Orlando. If you’re looking for a different kind of buzz, you could be exploring natural Orlando’s wild side! As a long-time resident of this fair city, I can assure you our wild side [...]

We have scoured the sunshine state to find some neat attractions and dining experiences that go hand in hand to create a well-rounded holiday for you. All American Holmes Beach on the west coast of Florida is home to sandy strips, exotic marinas and one of Florida’s top restaurants, The Beach Bistro, boasting the highest ratings on Zagat.com and [...]

Beyond the themeparks, Florida has an urban, edgy, grown-up side.  Just south of the Miami River lies the highest concentration of international banks in the United States, as well as luxury high-rise residential apartments, hotels and excellent drinking spots – no its not  New York, but Brickell, aka The Manhattan of the South. Renowned as the young, hip, vibrant and [...]

Long gone are the days when going on safari was the privilege of the well-off. We’re going to take a look at two amazing and affordable Cosmos safari package holidays that couldn’t be more different! Florida, Everglades Safari Flight time from the UK: 9 ½ hours What to see and do: There is so much more to Florida package [...]

I always pack something good to read on holiday. Of course, I have a trashy page-turner that will see me through the flight and give me some cover while I snooze beside the pool. But I also like to bring a book as a personal guide. And I’m not talking about guidebooks – although they are handy. I want [...]

There’s nothing like the thrill of independent travel. But guided travel is also worth a second thought, as it can help to decrease risk and hassle – as well as maximise adventure – on your trip. The choice is yours! It all depends on your destination and the kind of holiday you’re after.   Secure your peace of mind [...]

It pays to be aware of foreign customs when you go abroad but here are some truly odd illegalities to look out for at Cosmos destinations around the globe! Be careful trying to sell your kids or park an elephant in Florida Come on, admit it, there are times that you wish you could get rid of your kids [...]

Home to the Walt Disney World Resort, Universal Studios, SeaWorld, and some legendary beaches, Florida is top of the list for family-friendly fun in the sun. But the Sunshine State isn’t all theme parks and swimming with dolphins. With some of the biggest designer outlets on the continent – and more malls than you could ever dream – Florida [...]

Even if you’re not a culture vulture, you’ll recognise famous sets from the silver screen and beautiful buildings designed by some of the greatest names in architecture on your holidays to Florida. Our flights land at Sanford Airport so here’s a suggested route, starting there, for a fly-drive road trip of epic proportions that you’ll never forget… 1 Wonderworks [...]

When most people think of Florida holidays they imagine a package holiday in Orlando with theme parks and Disneyworld. And they’re great, but Florida is more than just a place for families, but it’s also an incredible destination for adults too who are looking for a bit of variety from their holiday. A fly drive holiday, which involves hiring [...]