This guide will help you see wildlife and experience the essence of Everglades National Park. We offer tips, too, for more in-depth Everglades experiences too.
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Everglades Wonder Gardens: Old-time roadside attraction reborn in Bonita Springs
Everglades Wonder Gardens in Bonita Springs has survived since 1936. Now it’s a small but serene spot to enjoy glorious flora, colorful birds, gators and more. It’s located on Old 41 Road, a pocket of Old Florida that is having a renaissance.
10 free days in national parks in 2026
In 2026, there will be more free days in the national parks, including Memorial Day and Independence Day Weekend.
Favorite boardwalk reopens at Fakahatchee Strand near Everglades City
Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park, near Everglades City, is the biggest state park in Florida. After three years, the preserve’s Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk has fully reopened after hurricane destruction. Now you have take a 2.3 mile boardwalk hike and pass through a rare original slice of ancient cypress forest.
Long Key State Park: Natural, uncrowded Florida Keys
Once the site of a luxury resort for the rich and famous, Long Key State Park is a lovely place to spend a few hours hiking, beachcombing, swimming, snorkeling and kayaking. There are even three primitive tent camping sites.
Anna Maria Island is a delightful Old Florida beach town
Visiting here, I found myself happy that places like Anna Maria Island survive — a low-rise beach town with quaint cottages and a spectacular beach. Daytrippers will be happy to learn they can skip the weekend traffic and parking hassles with an affordable ferry service from Bradenton.
Nostalgic images for an Old Florida Christmas
These photos by Sarasota photographer, Joseph Janney Steinmetz, will transport you to the past for an Old Florida Christmas.
On Worth Avenue, you’ll find gossip and gorgeous scenes in Palm Beach walking tour
The flower- and fountain-filled courtyards of Worth Avenue in Palm Beach are lovely and free. In winter, engaging weekly tours tell you the inside story of celebrities and history. The tours start this week and continue through April.
2026 Holiday Boat Parade Calendar
Saturday marks the last day you’ll be able to see a holiday boat parades in Florida for 2025.
12 things to do in St. Augustine for nature & history lovers
With charm, history and the beauty of nearby natural areas, this special destination offers visitors a long list of adventures. St. Augustine’s appeal starts with two key assets: The historic district with its shady brick lanes and and the natural beauty of the region,