Oh, Florida. Everybody has something to say about the Sunshine State. But as Florida continues to boom as the number-one domestic tourist destination in the US, its perpetual pull on travelers remains undeniable. From coast to coast and lake-filled Orlando to way down south in the coral cays of the Florida Keys, this southern state excels at resorts that feel purpose-made for making memories—and if you have kids in tow, family memories in particular. Think: warm weather year-round, pancake-flat terrain for pushing a stroller, and all manner of watery backdrops to enjoy—bays, rivers, lakes, freshwater springs, and the Gulf of Mexico and Atlantic Ocean among them. I’ve called Florida home for more than half of my life and traveled the state from top to tip, staying in all different kinds of hotels and resorts. When I had my son about 10 years ago (followed in quick succession by my daughter), the kind of stays I sought out understandably changed.…