Summer is upon us and you know what that means -- Vacation! I am personally going to Florida for vacation and for those who are also venturing to the Sunshine State, here are four places you may want to visit while you are there.

Clearwater Marine Aquarium

If you've seen the movie "Dolphin Tale," you know what aquarium this is. This is the home to Winter and Hope, two dolphins with miraculous back stories. This aquarium rescues, rehabs, and releases animals that can be released again and if they can't be released, they will seek refuge for the animals. The aquarium has dolphins, turtles, otters, stingrays, sharks, pelicans, and more.

Disney World

This is the happiest (and most magical) place on Earth, why wouldn't you want to go? I have fallen in love with this place and will continue to go for as long as I can. It can be a little crowded in the summer – kids are out of school, it's a popular location to vacation, and (especially this summer) there are new rides and shows opening. Just always make sure you can afford this trip, it can be a little pricey.

Gatorland

A place called Gatorland, you can't tell me you aren't a little bit interested in checking it out. Gatorland is home to thousands of alligators and crocodiles. There is a zip line that travels 1,200 ft through the trees and some of the parks crocodiles and alligators.

Daytona International Speedway

Home to the Daytona 500 - Sprint Series. When there aren't races you can take a tour of the speedway which I did when I was four or five. I see photos of it all the time but I don't remember it. It seems like something that an avid NASCAR fan would love to do. The tour is only 30 minutes and is only $17.00 for adults. It is an affordable, once in a lifetime kind of experience.