Florida, located in the southeastern region of the United States, is the fourth most populous state in the nation. In 2007, it was reported to have a population of 18.2 million people. Most of Florida has a humid subtropical climate which makes it a popular state for tourism and immigration.
Public transportation in Florida is well-managed by the Florida Department of Transportation . Its interstate highway system consists of over 1,400 miles of highways, and its non-interstate highway system has over 9,900 miles. Florida residents also have access to the Amtrak trains which can take travelers to different parts of the United States. Tourism and agriculture play vital roles in the success of Florida's economy. Over 60 million people each year visit Florida's sandy beaches and theme parks including Walt Disney World, Busch Gardens, and Universal Studios. Because Florida is the country's largest producer of citrus fruit, most of our orange juice originates from Florida. In the past couple of years, Florida's metropolitan areas have experienced a growth in the bio-tech and medical industries. The two largest cities in Florida are Jacksonville and Miami. Jacksonville, the capital, runs the largest urban park system in the United States. Miami, a cultural hotspot, is home to many several entertainment venues including the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts, the second-largest performing arts center in the United States.