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I have traveled all around the state of Florida and one of my favorite things about this state is all the state parks, there are over 150 in Florida. They are broken up into 5 districts, the Northwest, Northeast, Central, Southwest and Southeast Districts. There are approximately 700,000 acres of land that include vast open prairies, steep ravines, lush semi-tropical forests, cultural sites and crystal clear springs, lakes and rivers, and there are approximately 100 miles of sandy white...
Cocoa Beach is Surfing, Space Shuttle Launches and Living Well
Cocoa Beach has got to be one of the best Florida beaches of all; there is so much to do in such a small area, you see, Cocoa Beach is only 15 square miles and ten of that is water. When I am asked "What's so great about Cocoa Beach?" Many things spring to mind; there's Ron Jon's, unique clothing and souvenir shops, many restaurants, and a lot of family fun with two miniature golf courses, a go cart track and of course, the beach with a fantastic pier. It's also great to be so close to so many...
Driving in Daytona is the Beach Experience You're Looking For
I've lived in Florida for a long time and one of the things I love about living here is the many places to go for just a day when you want to get away. Summer is a great time to visit any of our Florida beaches and when you live on the beach, as I do, summer is a great time for not only people watching but talking to some of them and finding out where they're visiting from, after all nearby Orlando is one of the premiere vacation destinations of the world.
When people ask me, as a Floridian,...
Amelia Island - Southern Charm in Northern Florida
Tucked into the Florida coastline just as you pass the border in from Georgia you'll find a great little spot for a nice, quiet, fun filled family vacation, it's called Amelia Island. Amelia Island is the southernmost of the Sea Islands, which is a chain of barrier islands that stretches along the east coast from South Carolina to Florida. Because it is just inside the boarder from Georgia, Amelia Island still has some of that Southern charm, the streets are lined with oaks rather than palms...
South Beach Miami is Popular With the Euro Crowd
I just love South Beach in Miami. Some people think of it as the international playground for the rich, famous and beautiful people but not me; I live in Florida so I know the 'real' South Beach and trust me you find all kinds there.
I have a friend I met while in college recently come back for a visit. He's French and is used to international type beaches, shops, cafes and clubs and often brags that there isn't anything like them anywhere else in the world so while he was here I set out to...
It's All About the Water at Fort Walton Beach, Florida
Just before you get to Pensacola traveling west in the Florida Panhandle you come to a great little town called Fort Walton Beach. If youre from the nearby states of Alabama, Georgia or Mississippi you may have spent a spring break or two in the area. Fort Walton Beach is famous for its white sand beaches, both commercial and recreational fishing fleets, and anything you can think of to do on the water. As with many Panhandle destinations, the busiest time of the year is no doubt spring break,...
Destin, Florida - A Great Little Fishing Town With Beaches Your Family Will Love
Destin has been a longtime favorite of fishermen, in fact it started as a humble fishing village and today is touted as the "World's Luckiest Fishing Village" they also claim to have the largest, best equipped fishing fleet in Florida docked in Destin Harbor, which is great because we love fresh caught seafood.
Off shore fishing is excellent with close access to Gulf of Mexico via the 100 Fathom Curve which is closer to Destin than any other spot in Florida, making it the fastest way to get to...
Parties, MTV and White Sand Beaches in Panama City, Now You're Talking Spring Break
So, it's coming up on Spring Break Vacation, you're siked to get out for a week or so, and you definitely want to get out of the old mundane scenery you're so used to. There are a variety of places you can go, but you really don't want to miss Florida, where the sun is always hot, the water cool and salty, and fresh breezes or spring rain to cool off after the mid-day. If that's got your attention, then let me redirect you to a pinpoint location: Panama City Beach in the Panhandle of Florida....
Universal Studios Orlando and Islands of Adventure - Two Parks in One
No matter if you have come to Florida to escape the cold and stay warm, or just to enjoy the cool breezes; the time of year to visit Florida is not always relevant due to it's relatively close temperatures all year round, which makes perfect for places like the beach or theme parks. Well skip the beach today and head on over to Orlando, the Theme Park Capital of the World! Orlando offers many different competing companies who each host their own theme parks, however I am biased on this issue...
Jacksonville Offers the Perfect Balance For a Family Getaway
Jacksonville is one of my favorite cities in Florida because while it is very cosmopolitan it still has the same laid back feel as the rest of Florida. Jacksonville is the first major city in the Sunshine State, just 25 miles inside the boarder from Georgia. It's the county seat of Duval County and is constantly in a fight with Miami for ranking as Florida's largest city; it was named for Andrew Jackson who was the first military governor of the Florida territory.
Jacksonville is a major...
Fort Lauderdale Features Cruising, Beaches, Arts and Entertainment
On recent trip to Fort Lauderdale a friend and I were really impressed with how the city has grown up. When we were younger we used to come down here for Spring Break and really enjoyed the area; an area that is now quite cultural but still fun.
Weve always liked the Fort Lauderdale area because its tropical climate makes it warm in summer and the winters are so mild that many of our friends from up north come down for a visit too. The Fort Lauderdale Hollywood International Airport is a...
Florida's East Coast Surfing Beaches Offer Many Opportunities For Waves
The Bahama Island chain blocks most of the big offshore swells that hit Florida's southern coast making the best surfing beaches beginning in Vero Beach and moving north from there. Sebastian Inlet is the most popular surfing hotspot in the state, hosting many surfing tournaments every year. The Sebastian Inlet Pro, Volcom-Seacow Surf Contest, Quicksilver Skins and many other smaller contest.
Sebastian Inlet is a unique surfing spot with two popular locations where surf riders catch waves. The...
Fort Myers - A Historic Florida Gulf Coast Community You'll Love to Visit
I have a dear friend who Ive been friends with since we met in Atlanta, Georgia in the sixth grade and we graduated high school in 1985, so we've been friends a while. Anyway, as life goes, I moved to Florida and she moved elsewhere but we remained in touch then, about 3 years ago, I was thrilled when she told me she was moving to the west coast of Florida. She ended up moving to Fort Myers and loves it there.
She was always the tomboyish, outdoorsy type and one of the things she was pleased...
A Visit To Kennedy Space Center Will Launch A New Perspective On America's Space Program
Recently we spent the day revisiting the Kennedy Space Center. Now having lived in Florida for over 20 years Ive been to the Kennedy Space Center a few times, not too many but a few.
One of my fondest memories of a trip to the Space Center is the first time I ever tasted Space Dots, theyre called Dippin Dots in the rest of the world but here on Kennedy thats the name they go by, tho it cant the only place. I think the first flavor I had was mint chocolate, it was very good. They have been...
I-95 Through Florida - So Much to See and Do
I-95 runs 1,917 miles along the length of the east coast with over 300 miles of it in Florida. Starting near Jacksonville, running to Miami with main thoroughfares such as I-10 to I-4 intersecting with it. If you're going anywhere along the east coast in Florida chances are some point you'll be on I-95.
Known as the East Coast's Main Street" I-95 serves the entire Northeast as well because it is an important factor in commerce and tourism, linking New England and the southern part of America....
To Get to Key West, Start in Key Largo and You'll Get There, Eventually
I have lived in Florida over half my life and one place Ill never get tired of visiting is the Keys. When I first moved down here and heard the word Key I had no Idea what that meant or what that was. I found out a Key is a derivative of the Spanish word Cayo, which means Small Island. The Florida Keys are a chain of small islands that begin about 15 miles south of Miami; the main chain swoops south-southwest for about another 120 miles or so over the highway. The Keys divide the Atlantic...
Surfing, Seafood and Living in Cocoa Beach
Living on Florida's Space Coast has many perks, its surrounded by water which means you can enjoy any water sport you can think of and some, like kite boarding, the newest extreme water sport. You can drop a line in the water from almost any bridge you come to and can, most likely, catch something to eat for dinner or go to a local restaurant and feast on what their fishermen have pulled in from the night before.
Thats another perk of Florida, all the seafood you can eat and if youre like...
The Florida Keys - Tropical Paradise Offers Fishing, Diving, Camping and the Best Margaritas Anywhere
One of the things I like best about living in Florida is that its a great place for a vacation, even if you live here. It seems no matter where you live, east coast, west coast, in the Panhandle or Southern Florida just a couple of hours drive in any direction and you can be somewhere that doesnt look like home so you feel youve really gotten away from it all. The panhandle is fondly referred to as the Redneck Riviera with its emerald green water and white sand beaches. The west coast is a...
An Insider's Look - Orlando From a Real Floridian
In this day of everyone tightening their budgets vacations have taken a definite back row to other household needs but as the old adage goes, all work and no play
. More and more people are staying closer to home and seeking the best location to get the most bang for their buck. We here in Florida are fortunate to have one of the best places in the world to get the most for our hard earned shrinking dollar. Orlando has amusement parks, water parks, attractions such as dinner shows and a...
Nightlife, Sports, Cruises and More Available in Florida's Tampa Bay Region
Beautiful Tampa and Tampa Bay are located on the west coast of Florida and about an hour and a half from Orlando. Every time we go over there I discover something new and different, this time it was Channelside and the Port of Tampa. Of course the Tampa Port Authority is there and cruise or cargo ships can be seen coming and going at various times. There is a really great aquarium with several exhibits showing the different kinds of Florida water ways and what lives in them. They have a great...
St. Petersburg - Urban Culture to Watersports, This Florida Vacation Destination Has it All
On a recent trip to St. Petersburg I was amazed at how truly beautiful the city is and how very much there is to do and see there.
The city its self has a great skyline with dramatic new buildings rising up from it and the old standards like the Pier, which is an eye catching inverted pyramid. I say its an old standard because the Pier has been a fixture of the downtown area, in its current form since 1973 and in some form since 1889. Local festivals are still held there and for a long time...
History Of Auto Racing In Daytona Beach
Gentlemen start your engines those four words excite race fans everywhere. We here in Florida are lucky to have several venues where those words are spoken but none more famously crowd pleasing then our own Daytona Speedway.
Daytona Speedway has many different kinds of races throughout the year for many different kinds of race fans. Bike Week and Biketoberfest, held in the winter and fall respectively, feature mostly motorcycle races and shows; then in the winter again Speed Week happens and...
Daytona Beach is More Than Racing, Beaches and Biker Festivals, It's the Winter Time Escape You Deserve
Ive lived in Central Florida for over 20 years and one of my favorite cities in the state is Daytona Beach. When I think of Daytona Beach several things come to mind. When I was younger I came for Spring Break a couple of years it was a blast. I remember hanging out on the beach during the day getting the perfect tan then going back to the room to freshen up, out to dinner and then clubbing all night. I really enjoyed meeting all the people from all over the country there to party and have a...
Biketoberfest - Daytona Beach's Fall Motorcycle Festival
I love it when the fall comes to Florida and things start to cool down. Everyone is ready to get outdoors and enjoy all the fairs and festivals that occur this time of year. One of my favorite such events is Biketoberfest. Every year in October Daytona Beach becomes, once again, a Mecca for motorcycle enthusiast. Biketoberfest is shorter than Bike week, its held over a long weekend, and its just as fun and interesting. Ive lived in Florida for over 20 years now and have been to Biketoberfest...
Fishing in the Florida Panhandle - Offshore or Inshore, Its All Good
The Florida Panhandle offers some of the best fishing opportunities on the Gulf Coast. Species range from small sea trout to huge Blue Marlin well over a thousand pounds.
One of the contributing factors for the great fishing is the lack of development in the Panhandle. Clean water and a lack of polluted run off from a small population keeps estuaries and back water suitable for fish spawning and bait fish reproduction.
Another factor is the relatively close access to deep water compared to...
Fort Myers Beach and Sanibel Island Offer Incredible Sunsets and So Much More
Fort Myers is not only a city steeped in history it is also a great example of 'Old Florida'. By 'Old Florida', I mean the neighborhoods have many of the typical Florida style one level homes with the hurricane shutters on them and the streets are lined with trees covered in Spanish Moss hanging almost to the blacktop in some places. Thomas Edison and Henry Ford where so taken with Fort Myers that they both built elaborate winter homes here along with work shops that are today, along with the...
Nude Beach Etiquette at Florida's Naturist Beaches
The first things one thinks of when someone says Florida is sunshine. Florida has a mild climate for most of the year and this makes it the ideal place to get out and have some fun in the sun. The best place to soak up some rays is at the beach and with over 1,000 miles of coastline Florida is the perfect place to grab a beach towel, some sunscreen and hit the sand. So you go to the beach and get your tan, but what about all those pesky tan lines? Well, good news, should you choose to go 'au...
Florida Waterparks Means Family Fun All Summer Long
Summer is coming, and the family is getting anxious to get out and about. Well there is not a better time to head down to Orlando, Florida, for some fun in the sun. Orlando is the epicenter for fun, entertainment, theme parks, and the home of Disney! So, when its this time of year, the air is very warm and the sun is hot, so you need a place to cool off; what youre thinking about is a water park! Orlando has many themed water parks, such as the well known Wet N Wild, the two Disney parks of...
Sarasota on Florida's Gulf Coast Offers Fun, Sun and Relaxation
Sarasota is a great place to take a few days and just relax. The west coast of Florida is known for it's waterways and sunsets and Sarasota is the best of all Florida's west coast has to offer. The Sarasota area consists of not only the city of Sarasota but the Island communities of Longboat Key, Lido/St. Armands Circle and Siesta Key, these are some fabulous vacation destinations. The beaches here are constantly being rated among the nations finest and there are 35 miles of white silky sandy...
Summer Beach Paradise in Fort Walton Beach
Located in Okalossa County, Florida, Fort Walton Beach is a fishing and beach resort phenomenon. Named one of the Top 100 places to live, it is also teeming with visitors all spring break and summer long. Fort Walton Beach has 24 miles of powder soft beaches to walk upon while you enjoy things such as the sun set, fishing, swimming in the ocean or catching some waves. Families can enjoy one of the beachside parks and the elders can hit up one of the many golf courses for an 18 hole game....
Experience a Space Shuttle Launch From Cape Canaveral
Cape Canaveral Sunday, March 15th 2009 - Being a local Floridian, Ive had the chance all my life to see the Space Shuttle launch off from Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral. However, nothing was like the time on that wonderful Spring day on the beach, in Cape Canaveral. The sun was warm, the water cool, the people were active, and food was being cooked and served. All up and down the area of the Florida Space Coast, people were out and about, enjoying their day until they could see the...
South Florida Photo Safari is a Unique Opportunity For Sharing Photo Lighting Tips
The recent surge in digital camera sales has been possible due to the low cost camera that anybody can afford. Basic digital photography techniques are simple to master with just a little bit of practice and patience.
I recently bough a new camera for myself and then gave my daughter my old one. It was a simple point and shoot with the ability to set the shutter, aperture and ISO. Within a few weeks she sent me a bunch of photos by email and they were pretty good for snapshots but lacked any...
Sunny Florida Found in Clearwater and Tampa Bay
With warm, sunny, beaches, fabulous sunsets and crystal clear water, Clearwater is a great place for a weekend getaway or a week at the beach. Clearwater is located just outside Tampa, Florida and visitors will find plenty to do year round. For those into water sports, Clearwater Pass offers direct access to the Gulf of Mexico. Boaters will find the calm clear waters of the Gulf a great alternative to the rough waters of the Atlantic Ocean. A place where fishermen often target, Snook, Tarpon,...
Ending the Embargo Against Cuban Would be Good for the US Economy
For the first time in nearly fifty years the United States has an opportunity to normalize relations with Cuba.
The inauguration of President Barack Obama offers the chance for a clean break with the policies that have separated the US from our closest Caribbean neighbor.
The Cuban people have suffered under the rule of Fidel Castro and living in a time warp where little has changed since the Communist leader lead the revolution and ousted Batista in 1959. Cars from the 50's held together by...
Daytona Beach is Florida's Fun Beach
When someone says Daytona, one of three things normally spring to mind. If it's cars and speed you're into it's the Daytona International Speedway and the annual Daytona 500, the opening race of the NASCAR Nextel Cup season. If you're a motorcycle fan thoughts of Bike Week flood you mind. And if you're a college student there is yet another vision because for a long time Daytona Beach has been well-known for its beaches and subsequent spring breakers.
Daytona's wide beaches of smooth, packed...
Florida Cruise Ports Take You to the Caribbean and Beyond
Taking a cruise, even the mention of it is fun and relaxing. You can take cruises all over the world; to the Mediterranean, in the Baltic Sea, you can cruise to Alaska. If you live near Florida you are particularly lucky with Key West and all over the Caribbean. We have two of the busiest cruise ports right here, Cape Canaveral and one in Ft. Lauderdale, you can also cruise from Miami.
If you've never been on a cruise I highly recommend you plan to go as soon as you can. These days cruise ship...
Pelicans Come Home to Roost on Pelican Island
If you've ever spent a late afternoon on the beaches of east central Florida, you probably noticed the lines of brown pelicans flying south around 5:00. Like many Space Coast workers, they're headed for home - in this case, Pelican Island, located near Sebastian, Florida.
As you drive through the city of Sebastian, you will see signs proudly announcing that Sebastian is the home of Pelican Island National Wildlife Refuge. The Refuge consists of the three-acre Pelican Island and another couple...
Try the Historic Fishing Village of Sebastian, Florida For a Great Place to Visit or Live
In Florida, you have your places to live, your places to visit, and your places to explore; Indian River County happens to be a place of all three. Being a place of interest on the news as of the past few years, you may not have heard of one of its up-and-coming towns named Sebastian. It is known as being the home of the first designated wildlife refuge in the United States; a place known only as Pelican Island. The town is quickly blooming into a land of subdivisions and town homes, with...
Florida Marine Industry Supports Boating Safety
Florida is the perfect for getting out on the water with family and friends, but a boating accident could not only ruin the day, it could cost lives.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) are encouraging all to be safe year round and here are a few reminders.
- Drinking and boating don't mix, and now you can be arrested for Boating Under the Influence (BUI)
- Don't overload your boat with too many people and equipment, most boats are labeled with the maximum weight capacity
- Get a...
Bikes, Babes and Beer in Daytona Beach For October Motorcycle Festival
As the name would suggest Biketoberfest is a motorcycle festival generally held in mid-October in Daytona Beach. Motorcycle enthusiast from all over the country and even some from Europe come to see and be seen.
Biketoberfest began as The Daytona Fall Tour," was first held in October 1992. It all started when Janet Kersey was hired as director of tourism events and promotions she was tasked by the Daytona Beach Area Convention & Visitors Bureau to create special events that would attract...
Florida's Emerald Coast Offers a Variety of Vacation Options
I've lived on the east coast of Florida for many years but it wasn't until recently that I spent a few days in the Panhandle. I was so surprised at how different it was from all the other places I had been in Florida, and I have been all over Florida. For one thing the water is a beautiful shade of emerald green and the beaches are white sand where as the water along the east coast are a beautiful clear blue and the beaches are a lovely oatmeal color, quite a contrast. One of the other things I...
Try Panama City Beach - Where It's Spring Break All Year Long
In Panama City Beach, as all of in the Panhandle, you'll find a place where Southern hospitality and quaint beach charm compel you to simply slow down and relax, take a warm deep breath of fresh salty air, enjoy the scenery while enjoying those you are there to share it with.
Say Panama City Beach, to anyone of the MTV crowd and they have visions of beautiful people in little more than beachwear splashing around the pool at LaVela day or night. Few cities offer as much to do after dark as...
Fort Walton Beach - A Beach Lovers Vacation Paradise
Fort Walton Beach is famous for it's white sand beaches, fishing fleets, both commercial and recreational, and water actives. It's not unusual to see a kite surfer or even a dolphin when you're at the beach for a day. The busiest time of the year here is no doubt summer, however the fishing is great year 'round and the beautiful beach resorts are always welcoming.
The subtropical climate, mild winds and few weather extremes make Fort Walton Beach a great spot to live or visit year 'round....
A Florida Panhandle Favorite - Pensacola Features the Best Gulf Seafood and White Sand Beaches
Along the Florida Panhandle on the Gulf of Mexico you'll find the city of Pensacola. Pensacola is part of a stretch of Florida loving called the 'Redneck Rivera' by the locals and in a way this is very true. Not only will you find some great upscale shops and restaurants but you can also kick back and relax on sugar white sand beaches as you stare out at the emerald green waters of the Gulf or you can charter a fishing boat and try to catch one of the many species of fish that swim in the...
Try a Water Park For Wet Slippery Fun in Florida
So, its mid summer and you haven't had a chance to get out of the house for a vacation yet, but you really want to head down to Florida to experience all it has to offer. With so many places of interest, you never know where you might go. Well, why not take this chance to get away from the mundane of simple theme parks and join millions of others whom favor one of Florida's most precious gifts: Water!
The competition to attract you as an honored guest at each of Florida's famous water parks is...
St. Augustine - A Vacation Favorite For Families, A Romantic History For Couples
In the years before St. Augustine became a vacation paradise for families, it became St. Augustine in 1565. The settlement was already forty-two years old when Historic Jamestown was founded, and today as the oldest European town and the oldest port, in the continental United States. Five flags have flown over the city since 1565, The U.S., Confederate, Spanish, British, and the Spanish Burgundy Cross. Now St. Augustine is one of Florida's favorite travel destination with attractions, beaches...
Fun New Family Theme Parks and Attractions in Central Florida
Along with popular theme attractions such as the Disney theme parks, there are now a whole host of other new places to get acquainted with. SeaWorld has a new water park called Aquatica, Universal Studios has a new motion simulator ride called the Simpsons and CityWalk has a new karaoke club where you're the star.
Aquatica is the newest water park to open in Orlando and is part of the SeaWorld family theme parks, its a unique water park where you can play alongside the sea life. Set on 59...
Summer Beach Tips to Keep Your Family Comfortable and Safe
When I was 16, it was June and we had just moved to Florida. I was so excited I could picture that golden tan I was going to get. I remember distinctly my father's words as we headed off to the beach with our towels and radio in search of the perfect tan. "Be careful this Florida sun is stronger than you're used to, you need to have something on with at least an SPF of 15 at all times, 30 is better but I'll be realistic, and reapply it often." We rolled our eyes as we left but took the bottle...
New Orlando Family Theme Parks and Adventures Await You
So what can you do as a family in Orlando; a better question would be what can't you do? The first thing that springs to mind is theme parks, Orlando is kind of known for them. Sure, there are the popular parks such as the Disney theme parks, including their water parks and resorts, no doubt these are some of the best Orlando attractions. But what if you've been there already? Well now there are a whole host of other new places to get acquainted with, there several new attractions opened now...
Shuttle Launches From Florida's Space Coast
Since the early days of the Mercury program, visitors to the Space Coast have enjoyed NASA launches from Kennedy Space Center and Space Shuttle launches are to continue into 2010 when NASA is planning to retire the space shuttle fleet. When a Space Shuttle launches, people come from all over the country to see it, they are that spectacular. Launches are such a large part of the Space Coast, we made 321 our area code.
All of the launches from Cape Canaveral are spectacular, especially night...
Plenty Of Options For Your Florida Vacation
Florida Keys
The Florida Keys are truly a Caribbean paradise that stretches from Key Largo to Key West. Key Largo is well known divers and snorkelers with clear water it's the easiest Key to get to. Islamorada is the Gamefish Capital of Florida with both offshore fishing and inshore fishing for bonefish and tarpon. Bahia Honda Key is one of the most natural of the Florida Keys and popular with campers and snorkelers. And Key West is party central with Duval Street and the Annual...
Fort Lauderdale - It's Not Just For Spring Break Anymore
Gone are the days of Fort Lauderdale, Florida being synonymous with only Spring Break. These days Fort Lauderdale means a lot more, it's grown up and become more upscale. You can however still have a good time and party here. The 'strip' is still a popular night spot and of course, the beach and all the many waterways in and around the city are still a major draw. Now, in addition to all of that, Fort Lauderdale has several theaters many shops and you can find a restaurant to satisfy any...
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