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Water Sports
Get into: mermaiding in Florida… how to swim with the fishes and live your own Little Mermaid dream
Jun 1, 2023 • 9 Min read
National Parks
The ultimate guide to Florida’s national parks
Dec 28, 2022 • 6 Min read
Florida’s three national parks capture everything that’s natural and wild about the Sunshine State. Here’s a rundown of this trio of treasures.
Tips & Advice
What to eat and drink in Florida
Oct 9, 2022 • 6 Min read
Florida’s cuisine is a blend of Southern recipes, Latin American influences and old-school Floridian techniques – here's your guide to the best of it.
Activities
12 of the best things to do in Florida
Sep 21, 2022 • 9 Min read
Be surprised by the diversity of Florida, which is so much more than beaches and theme parks. Here are the best experiences in the Sunshine State.
Water Sports
Snorkeling for scallops on Florida's Gulf Coast is a find-and-feast underwater adventure
Aug 25, 2022 • 9 Min read
The only way to get a taste of Florida's sweet scallops is to strap on a snorkel and harvest them yourself. Here's how.
Budget Travel
Florida fun for free: the Sunshine State’s most budget-friendly experiences
Jun 10, 2022 • 6 Min read
It’s easy to spend a fortune on a Florida vacation. With these top tips, it’s also easy to take in the best of the state for nothing at all.
Destination Practicalities
How to explore Florida by car, train and water taxi
Jun 9, 2022 • 6 Min read
Whether you crisscross the state by plane, hop on a train along the southwest coast or Key-hop via water taxi, there are many ways to get around Florida.
Romance
The most romantic trips in Florida for sun, sand and swoons
Jun 8, 2022 • 5 Min read
White-sand beaches, romantic inns and intimate outdoor excursions await in the Sunshine State.
Beaches
Barks and recreation: the best dog-friendly adventures in Florida
May 18, 2022 • 5 Min read
Booking a Florida adventure with your dog in mind? For dog-friendly hotels, destinations and attractions, these are your Sunshine State musts.
Astrotourism
The 8 best campgrounds in Florida
Mar 22, 2022 • 5 Min read
Experience the best of Florida’s natural beauty at these top-rated campsites throughout the state.
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