US Fishing Advice?

[fishfight]

Instead of going through tons of info on your recent Florida fishing trip posting, Can you guys offer a brief one short page summary or advice on your Florida fishing trip?

1. License cost?
2. Area in florida to fish. Inland or shore? fresh or salt water
3. Timing and Temp of the day
4. Bait , live or artificial.
5. Traveling driving money saving tips.
6. Shortest distance from TO to Florida, I heard two option.
7. What to avoid.
8. Equipment needed?

Maybe a section just to fish US states might be a bonus, so others can also offer their experience. Nothing too detailed, just short to the point.