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7 favorite secluded beaches in South Florida
It’s easy to find a beach in Florida. It’s harder to find a hidden beach, a beach where you experience a sense of discovery and delicious isolation. Here, however, I share my favorites, discovered over many years.
Camping with the Corps: Waterfront sites at locks along the Okeechobee Waterway
Campers get a front-row seat to the passage of yachts, sailboats and trawlers crossing Florida through locks at three Army Corps of Engineers campgrounds.
30 awesome county parks with affordable camping
Florida is blessed with amazing public parks with campgrounds. While our award-winning state parks get most of the attention, dozens of county-operated parks slip under the radar. County parks are often more available, accessible and near fun things to do. […]
Naples Botanical Garden: 9 surprises at a stunning spot
The Naples Botanical Garden is ever-changing and stunning. Here are nine surprises during our visit; go explore and see what you discover.
Glamping in Florida: Luxury meets nature in these 15 parks
Glamping in Florida is now offered in 14 state and one national park, where some fancy tents come with chandeliers. The idea: Be in the wild, but be comfy.
Nine Key West restaurants for authentic local flavor
Key West has so many restaurants that it’s hard to make a decision where to eat. Here’s an intriguing list of restaurants filled with local color and character. It started with recommendations from a fellow blogger who ate his way through Key West.
Demand is high for RV campsites near Key West. We can help.
Breathtaking scenery, pleasant weather and a laid-back vibe greet visitors to the southernmost point, but Key West RV camping is not easy, nor is it cheap. We’ll help you sort through the options.
Stone crabs right at home in historic Everglades City
Stone crab season starts Oct. 15 and Everglades City, a small, isolated fishing village south of Naples, is a place to feast on this Florida favorite in an authentic Old Florida atmosphere.
Fanning & Manatee Springs: Hidden treasures for cabins, camping
Fanning Springs and Manatee Springs state parks on the Suwannee River offer beautiful springs, cabins, camping, kayaking & biking in Northwest Florida. Where is this Florida wonderland? Far off the beaten path.
5 things to discover in Venice, Florida
Explore the old world charm of this Mediterranean-influenced city on the Gulf Coast.
Lovely Turkey Creek in Palm Bay combines kayaking & hiking
A scenic kayak outing on Turkey Creek takes you to Palm Bay’s Turkey Creek Sanctuary, where you can explore 3.5 miles of trails. Along the way, see dolphins, manatees and other wildlife.