See where health alerts have been issued and which beaches are affected.
Things To Do In Florida
2025 Spring Break hot spots (and which to avoid)
Lingering damage from hurricanes has put a damper on some Spring Break hot spots along the Southwest Florida coast, but Florida continues to hold its own as a top destination for college students and families.
De Leon Springs: ‘Pancake park’ is so much more
De Leon Springs, about an hour north of Orlando, is a state park with swimming, kayaking and fantastic history. It’s best known for — of all things — its pancakes. Our advice: spend the day and take in the adjacent Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge.
Florida Keys
Anne’s Beach in Islamorada: Worth a stop on drive through Keys
One of my favorite stops on the drive down the Florida Keys is Anne’s Beach, a shallow, free beach in Islamorada. I bet you don’t know the story of Anne, after whom it is named.
Tampa Bay
Florida State Fair: It’s a baconanza!
Who doesn’t love the Florida State Fair, its magical midway, and food that is not very good for you — which, of course, is the appeal of a state fair!
Southwest Florida
Health alerts issued as Red Tide threat grows off SW Florida
See where health alerts have been issued and which beaches are affected.
Orlando/Central Florida
De Leon Springs: ‘Pancake park’ is so much more
De Leon Springs, about an hour north of Orlando, is a state park with swimming, kayaking and fantastic history. It’s best known for — of all things — its pancakes. Our advice: spend the day and take in the adjacent Lake Woodruff National Wildlife Refuge.
Southeast
Best camping in Southeast Florida parks
The best South Florida camping can be found in these 17 public parks, which are managed by counties, the state and federal governments.
Everglades
Big Cypress National Preserve: Seven ways to experience the Everglades
Big Cypress National Preserve offers excellent Everglades experiences. It’s adjacent to the famous national park, is free and has spectacular scenery.
