Northeast Florida

Things to do in Northeast Florida, Jacksonville, St. Augustine, Daytona Beach: hiking, biking, trails, canoeing, kayaking, paddle, places to camp, lodging, unique restaurants, historic places, places to stay, road trips and Funky Florida.

Festivals, Northeast Florida

Bike Week: Camping info, scenic rides, things to do

by Bob Rountree

Bikers converge on Daytona Beach every March for Bike Week, but visitors often have a tough time finding a place to stay or camp and get lost in a sea of things-to-do. Our Bike Week guide helps sort it out.

Camping, Northeast Florida

Camping and things to do near Daytona Beach

by Bob Rountree

Racing is an authentic Florida tradition proudly worn in Daytona, where motor cars first coursed the hard-packed sand of its beaches during the 1930s. Enjoy our comprehensive guide to camping and things to do near Daytona.

Historic, Northeast Florida

St. Augustine: Ideal for nature and history lovers

by Bonnie Gross

Today, in 1565, Spanish settlers stepped off a tall sailing ship onto the coast of Florida to found St. Augustine. In celebration of its 450th birthday, it’s time to re-visit the Oldest City and learn more about it charming historic district and beautiful natural areas. Happy Birthday, St. Augustine!

Historic, Northeast Florida

Five cool things we discovered in St. Augustine

by Bonnie Gross

Here are five cool things I was surprised to discover about America’s oldest city — from the story of a fiery pepper to a tasty locally made gin.

Camping, Northeast Florida

Best RV and tent camping along I-95 in Northeast Florida

by Bob Rountree

Whether your coming or going, heading northbound or southbound, these state parks near I-95 in Northeast Florida are worthy of a layover for a couple of nights. Kayaking, hiking and pristine beaches in preserved natural habitats await you.

Historic, Northeast Florida

St. Augustine Pirate Museum: Fun for history lovers and kids

by Bonnie Gross

With rare and authentic artifacts, this is a real museum not a tourist trap. But it injects of dose of Disney with interactive exhibits to make it fun for kids.

Birding, Historic, Northeast Florida

St. Augustine Alligator Farm: Superb bird rookery at historic attraction

by Bonnie Gross

This original Florida roadside attraction still thrills, especially in the spring and early summer when its rookery fills with hundreds of nesting birds. The gators and crocs are well-presented with lots of information as well as entertainment.

Camping, Kayak & Canoe, Northeast Florida, Northwest Florida

Suwanee River: Skip the song; but go for kayaking & camping

by Bonnie Gross

If you think all there is to the Suwanee River is an old song with problematic lyrics, you’re missing out on one of Florida’s greatest kayaking, canoeing and camping rivers.