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If you look for one-stop shopping when planning a trip, vacation packages are the way to go. And the bonus is that you won't just save time, you'll save money, too. Tour companies, such as Pleasant Holidays and Classic Vacations reserve their air seats and hotel rooms in bulk, making their vacation packages hard to beat in cost. Travelers get to enjoy the savings while taking a private vacation that is often heaped with discounted amenities and value-added options.

Dreaming of a beach vacation, but not the high ticket prices and long layovers that usually come with it? Fear not. These budget airlines are debuting new non-stop routes to sunny and sandy destinations in Florida and the Caribbean, along with some very sweet prices.

It's simple math: warm climate + cheap hotels = an optimum spring break location. And every March and April, beach towns around the U.S., Caribbean and Mexico that fit the equation are flooded with students looking to let off some steam. If an alcohol-fueled fest isn't your idea of fun, here's where to go -- and where to avoid.

When thinking about popular cruise locations in the United States, Florida should immediately come to mind. Cruises from Florida offer some of the most excitement and variety for the money. And given its location, there are numerous destinations for cruisers in Florida.

Fort Lauderdale, Fla., is known for its 20 miles of pristine beaches and seemingly endless inland waterways, which earned it the nickname "The Venice of the Americas." You won't find it to be the rowdy spring break capital of the world any more, but you will find more than one heart-stopping, stomach-churning adventure activity in Fort Lauderdale when you're tired of baking on the beach or sipping a cocktail.

Here are some of the most adventurous things to do in Fort Lauderdale - if you dare.