No matter where you live in the United States, it's easy to get to Coastal Florida. Not too long ago, families would pile into their car and drive 24 hours straight to their Florida coast destination from their homes up north — the husband and wife taking turns driving while the kids slept in the back seat. And while many still do that, the rise in gas prices has put a crimp in the savings using this method. Today, discount airlines often offer cheap fares, so if you're planning to vacation in Florida, this is probably the best way to go.