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Original Florida Attractions Offer Time-Honored Charms
Now, this 127-mile-long chain of 42 bridges and roads winds through stunning ocean and bayfront vistas.
Tags: Miami,  Florida_Keys,  Marathon,  Fort_Myers,  Palm_Beach,  Destin,  St_Augustine,  Ocala,  museums,  events,  parks,  theme_parks,  outdoors_and_nature,  driving_tours,  
Oldest Streets in Florida
Rededicated in 2010 with representatives from its namesake Spanish town, Áviles Street today is full of galleries, quaint shops and charming ethnic restaurants.
Tags: St_Augustine,  Palm_Beach,  Pensacola,  Cedar_Key,  historical_sites,  historic_districts,  art_and_culture,  architecture,  
Festivals Showcase Florida's Fanciful Flavors
A visit to the Sunshine State isn’t complete without a slice of fruit or a plate of seafood to savor.
Tags: dining,  festival,  events,  Fernandina_Beach,  Amelia_Island,  Destin,  Mount_Dora,  Orlando,  Miami,  Cedar_Key,  Dade_City,  Sandestin,  
Going Natural in the Urban Jungle
Florida has 200-plus natural springs, which are crystal clear and maintain a steady temperature of 72 degrees.
Tags: wildlife,  outdoors_and_nature,  Santa_Rosa_Beach,  Tampa,  Jacksonville,  Orlando,  Titusville,  Sarasota,  Key_Largo,  
Heritage Celebrations
I plan on dancing my way through the state. How about you?
Tags: festival,  art_and_culture,  nightlife,  history,  Miami,  Tampa,  Ybor_City,  Pensacola,  Kissimmee,  
Can't-Miss 'Old Florida' Gems
There’s such an abundance of creative energy in Lake Placid that even the trash containers here are whimsically painted.
Tags: art_and_culture,  history,  historical_sites,  Lake_Placid,  nightlife,  Charlotte_Harbor,  Punta_Gorda,  Amelia_Island,  Fernandina_Beach,  
Capturing Sunshine on Film: The Movie Industry's History in Florida
Tags: Jacksonville,  Micanopy,  Ocala,  Merritt_Island,  Kennedy_Space_Center,  Lake_Worth,  Miami,  Fort_Lauderdale,  Coral_Gables,  Inverness,  Boca_Grande,  Charlotte_Harbor,  Naples,  Wakulla_Springs,  South_Walton,  Seaside,  
Attractions and Places for Special Needs Kids in Florida
From the thrill of spotting dolphins to imaginative city tours, the Sunshine State is an easy destination for families of special needs children.
Tags: Bradenton,  St_Augustine,  St_Petersburg,  Destin,  Key_West,  disabilities_travel,  
Florida’s Sunshine Offers Best Light to View Antique Cars
The Sarasota Classic Car Museum has antique, celebrity and classic cars, including a 1956 Bentley owned by John Lennon.
Tags: museums,  Fort_Lauderdale,  Punta_Gorda,  Sarasota,  Tallahassee,  Stuart,  
Florida Horse Attractions
Florida has long been recognized for its equine attractions, which begin with breeding farms in Ocala and branch out to many interesting activities throughout the Sunshine State.
Tags: equestrian,  Ocala,  Miami,  Pompano_Beach,  Tampa,  
On Florida's Literary Trail
Florida is a state filled with comedy and history, romance and mystery.
Tags: events,  history,  Key_West,  Fort_Myers,  Miami,  Eatonville,  Amelia_Island,  
History Lives on at Spooky Florida Locations
Florida’s centuries-old history provides a strong connection to interesting places and significant people. As it turns out, some of them linger a bit longer than expected.
Tags: historical_sites,  St_Augustine,  Ocala,  Cedar_Key,  Miami,  Amelia_Island,  Pensacola,  Civil_War_Heritage_Trail,  
Cruising through Florida on Latin Cuisine
Eating Spanish food means discovering a world of delicious flavors and unique culinary treats throughout Florida.
Tags: dining,  Cape_Coral,  Vero_Beach,  Amelia_Island,  Tallahassee,  Port_St_Lucie,  Ybor_City,  Delray_Beach,  
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Gulf Islands National Seashore
Gulf Islands National Seashore
Gulf Islands National Seashore protects 5,842 acres of public land and 18,953 acres of water ... More
History Lives on at Spooky Florida Locations
History Lives on at Spooky Florida Locations
Florida’s centuries-old history provides a strong connection to interesting places and significant people. As it ... More
Dr. Beach's Florida Picks
Dr. Beach's Florida Picks
"There's even a 105-year old fort on-site that's a landmark of Florida history." ... More
Florida's Architecture
Florida's Architecture
After building his masterpieces all over the world, the indomitable Frank Lloyd Wright left the ... More
Cultural Encounters in Florida
Cultural Encounters in Florida
That place is the edge of the Everglades, a strip of land 11 miles by ... More
Music to Our Ears
Music to Our Ears
All around the state, musical organizations recognize the need to build audiences. ... More
On Florida's Literary Trail
On Florida's Literary Trail
Florida is a state filled with comedy and history, romance and mystery. ... More
Kennedy Space Center for the Family
Kennedy Space Center for the Family
Older kids and adults with an interest in space can immerse themselves in one-of-a-kind experiences ... More
Downtown Fort Pierce
Downtown Fort Pierce
Downtown Fort Pierce ... Watch
Florida Caverns State Park
Florida Caverns State Park
Tour Florida Caverns State Park in Marianna ... Watch
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park
Weeki Wachee Springs State Park ... Watch
St. Augustine for Families
St. Augustine for Families
St. Augustine for Families ... Watch


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