The Okeechobee KOA is the largest KOA campground in U.S. with 750 campsites on Lake Okeechobee, Florida’s fishing mecca.
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Islamorada is a stunning base for enjoying the Keys
You don’t have to go all the way to Key West for a Florida Keys experience. Islamorada, two hours from Miami, is worth the trip on its own. You can kayak to historic islands, feed the tarpon at Robbie’s Marina, visit two craft breweries, take a snorkeling boat tour, even visit a top-notch museum.
Venice Sharks Tooth Festival set for April 11-12, 2026
You don’t have to dig deep or look very hard to find a shark’s tooth on the beaches of Venice, so every year this Florida city celebrates its unique place in the world with the Venice Sharks Tooth Festival.
Cedar Key Art Festival celebrates Old Florida, April 11-12, 2026
Like Cedar Key itself, the Cedar Key Art Festival is a slice of authentic Old Florida. This historic small town is located on an island on Florida’s Gulf Coast.
Diners & Dive Bars: Favorite pit stops along the Overseas Highway
The best road food along the Overseas Highway is served out of a handful of iconic kitchens, legendary Florida Keys diners and dive bars.
Kayaking Pine Island, an Old Florida island that development skipped
Pine Island isn’t a beach resort, and that’s part of its charm. Visit it for pristine waters to kayak, explore a fascinating Calusa indian site or stay in a 100-year-old lodge.
U-pick farms: It’s berry-pickin’ time in Florida
Blueberry farms were non-existent in Florida two decades ago, but much has changed. We are now 8th in the nation. April and May marks the blueberry harvest, and our guide takes you to family farms where you can pick your own.
St. Augustine Seafood Fest: March 21-22
This weekend’s St. Augustine Lions Club Spring Festival has reimagined its seafood festival past.
Ravine Gardens State Park in Palatka: Azaleas are at peak bloom
Ravine Gardens State Park in spring is a spectacular sight as azaleas and other flowers bloom. The park has a fascinating history & beautiful trails.
Hontoon Island: Wild island in St. Johns River reopens camping and cabins
Hontoon Island State Park is a big wild park surrounded by the St. Johns River and reachable only by boat. A free ferry operates daily. The park recently reopened its campground and rustic cabins.