In Vero Beach, a short list of things to do is a good thing
Most folks from out of state have never heard of Vero Beach, and that's part of its charm. Vero is just the sort of place urban Floridians crave – somewhere...
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Four great rivers to kayak or canoe from a base in Ocala
Florida beaches get all the tourist attention, but some of the state’s most remarkable assets are the aquarium-clear freshwater springs in Central and North Florida. There’s no better way to...
The 7 best county parks in Florida to visit
Florida is widely known for its award-winning state parks, but you may be missing out on this state’s best-kept secrets. County parks can be every bit as impressive, and a...
Four chances to peek inside Key West’s historic homes
One of the great pleasures of visiting Key West is admiring the hundreds of historic homes that have been lovingly preserved and restored. But few visitors get a peek inside...
Five off-the-beaten-path sites to explore Native American history in Florida
The chances are good that your first formal lesson about American Indians involved Thanksgiving. It’s no surprise then that November is National American Indian Heritage Month -- or Native American...
Some of the best things to do in Key West are free
Late summer and early fall bring the lowest room rates to Key West. Yes, it’s the peak of hurricane season, but for budget travelers, this is also bargain season. To...
Explore Florida’s highest point: Lake Wales Ridge
Only in Florida would an area 300 feet above sea level be called a "highlands." We even have a place called "Sugarloaf Mountain" and it's 312 feet above sea level...
Local color: Lake Placid Caladium Festival, July 27-29
Florida has plenty of small-town festivals built around local products – strawberries, every type of seafood, even swamp cabbage. But Lake Placid has a product you might not know about...
Beyond the resort on Marco Island: Exploring nature and Old Florida
People who pay a hefty price to stay in a hotel resort in Marco Island may be inclined to spend all their time taking advantage of the amenities there. And...
Explore Florida’s Lee County: Matlacha evolves from tiny fishing village to artsy town
What happens to old fishing towns when commercial fishing dies out? If they're lucky, artists recognize a great, inexpensive location and move in. And if they're really lucky, the new...