These weekend getaways are for people who want to explore new destinations where they can hike, bike, paddle and experience historic sites. We picked our favorites from years of exploring Florida.
Florida Roundups
Roundups of things to do across Florida, including best beaches, best tiki bars, best kayaking, best camping, best trails and best places to visit.
8 exceptional National Wildlife Refuges in Florida
National Wildlife Refuges are sometimes called “America’s best kept secret.” Florida has 29 refuges, the third most of any state. We think these eight are particularly worth discovering.
Spring Break is here!
This week and next week will see the biggest crowds at Florida’s major Spring Break destinations.
30 awesome county parks with affordable camping
County park campgrounds are increasingly on our radar as campers get shut out of crowded state parks or face skyrocketing rates at private campgrounds.
Florida Seafood Festivals Calendar
Nothing says Florida like a seafood festival, and we’ve got them all! Another great month ahead for Seafood Festivals throughout the state.
10 best Florida State Parks: Favorites among 175 great parks
No other state has won as many awards for the quality of its state parks, so choosing these wasn’t easy.
Six romantic things to do for lovers of Old Florida & nature
If you love the outdoors and unspoiled Florida, these ideas for romantic things to do are for you. They’re inspired by Valentine’s Day, but can be enjoyed any day you and your sweetheart want a special experience.
2026 Florida Spring Training Guide
Baseball spring training tickets are a great idea for a last minute gift! Our Spring Training Guide points you to tickets and team schedules, as well as things to do and see nearby so you can build an itinerary.
2026 Pirate Festivals, Stories and Treasure
Pirates sail into Tampa Bay this month to kick off the first Pirate Festival of 2026.
Top 75 Florida events, fairs & festivals in 2026
Our festival calendar is constantly updated and we’ve been following the festival scene for 15 years. Here are 75 hand-picked festivals around the state that range from off-beat local bashes to huge nationally known cultural events.