Destination Florida
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Florida, the state's economy, tax structure and cost of living, education,
transportation, climate, recreational opportunities, history and more.
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The Sunshine State, a land of palm trees and long beaches, of theme park excitement and Space Age innovation, a land of rich cultural diversity and a high quality of life; this is Florida, a burgeoning center for biotechnology and life sciences in the twenty-first century.
Industry Snapshot
Florida is a rapidly growing biotechnology center in the United States, and the state ranks 3rd in the nation for FDA-registered Medical Device Establishments.
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Economy/Cost of Living
Florida ranks 4th in the United States in population, with approximately 17.8 million residents as of 2005. The Sunshine State economy draws upon many resources.
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Education
The Sunshine State provides stellar opportunities in education. Florida’s universities shine in the research arena.
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Recreation & Entertainment
Few states offer such extensive recreation and entertainment opportunities as Florida. With its many beaches, exciting cities, theme parks, wetlands, islands, and sports venues, the Sunshine State has something for everyone.
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Transportation
Florida provides several options for transportation through and to the Sunshine State.
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Geography & Climate
Florida is located in the southeastern United States. The state is a peninsula containing 53,997 square miles (139,852 square kilometers or 13,985,159 hectares) of land, and 11,761 square miles (30,461 square kilometers or 3,046,085 hectares) covered by water.
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History
The European explorer Juan Ponce de Leon came upon what is now Florida in 1513. He named the area la Florida for Pascua Florida, the Spanish Easter celebration meaning "feast of the flowers."
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Suggested Reading List
A list of select guides and reference books about Florida.
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