Florida travel ideas and tips for vacations, staycations and adding more fun to your life! Discover top destinations, from pristine beaches and pet-friendly resorts to charming small towns and luxury getaways. We cover it all—beaches, resorts, unique stays, and Florida’s hidden gems. Explore Florida’s diverse geographic areas and find your next adventure in the Sunshine State.
Visiting Naples Beach North Gulfshore: Your Hidden Beach Paradise Naples Beach North Gulfshore is a hidden paradise for those that appreciate quieter, less crowded beaches. This small public beach offers a chance to relax on pristine sand and soak up the tranquility of the Gulf Coast. With limited parking and amenities, this beach attracts those […]
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Big Cypress National Preserve Big Cypress National Preserve: Paddling the Everglades Head to the south end of Florida towards the west coast. You’re sure to bump right into the Everglades. In a tiny town called Ochopee, you’ll find some great access points to Big Cypress National Preserve and some fabulous Turner River paddling opportunities.Big Cypress
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Sunset Beach Tarpon Springs Sunset Beach Tarpon Springs in Southwest Florida Sunset Beach Tarpon Springs is in Southwest Florida. Sunset Beach is not technically in Tarpon Springs but it’s so close that most people visiting Tarpon Springs make a point of visiting Sunset Beach. We did too! After morning coffee and baklava at Hellas Bakery
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Riverbend Park Jupiter Riverbend Park in Jupiter Florida is one of the most beautiful, family oriented parks we’ve visited in Florida. This park is huge, spanning across 64 acres. It’s actually two big parks in one, with the adjoining Loxahatchee River Battlefield Park as another large part of the activities and attraction. This park is
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Miami Beach Best Quiet Beach and Parking Tip Miami Beach is home to beautiful beaches, year-round sunshine and beautiful ocean breezes. It’s easy to find the sand and water, but where’s the best beach? Highly subjective answer, but we say it’s a stretch of beach next to the Eden Roc and Fontainebleau. Why do we
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Key West NAS Truman Annex Military Lodging Key West NAS Truman Annex Military Lodging is a fantastic place to stay if you’ve got the ID and can get the reservations! While there are a couple of other NAS locations on the island, the Truman Annex housing/lodging is a perfect location for enjoying all the best
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Fort Zachary Taylor Key West Key West Historic Site on Truman Annex Fort Zachary Taylor Key West, also referred to as Fort Taylor, dates back to pre-Civil War times. Located at the western tip of Key West, Fort Taylor is part of the 87 mile Florida State Park. Visiting the fortress/compound makes for a relaxing
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Visiting Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Miami Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden in Miami is a must-see for any nature lover visiting Miami. Immerse yourself in a vibrant paradise with over 83 acres of meticulously landscaped gardens showcasing a vast array of tropical plants. Whether you’re a botany buff or simply seeking a peaceful escape, Fairchild
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Cayo Costa State Park Cayo Costa State Park in Southwest Florida Cayo Costa State Park is a pristine, natural and unspoiled 2.4 acre island with 9 miles of beach. It’s a barrier island just off the coast of Southwest Florida. Only accessible by boat, this island remains fairly primitive and natural, shielded from the normal
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Koreshan State Park in Southwest Florida Koreshan State Park in Southwest Florida is a historical site that dates back over a century! This 200 acre park has lots to do and explore, and everyone in the family will find something fun and interesting. This Florida State park is a hidden gem, well worth visiting. There
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