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Lauren Tjaden

Hang gliding is my passion, and in 2006, I helped the U.S. Women's Hang Gliding Team win silver in the World Championships. An author, ultimate adventure lover, beach bunny and sand snob, I've visited almost every beach in Florida and can't wait to explore more. Join me as I flip-flop across the Sunshine State, sharing the softest sand, sweetest shores and a boatload of adventure.

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May 27, 2012

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Is your ideal vacation a classic beach getaway?

Enter for a Chance to Win Three Florida Vacations!

May 27, 2012

I think we can all agree on several things. First, one free vacation is good. Secondly, two free vacations are better. And finally, three free vacations are enough to twirl anybody’s... Read blog »

Related Tags: Beaches, Fishing, Spas, Florida Keys, Miami, Deals, St Pete Beach, Dolphins, Luxury, Manatees

It's time for YOU to surf over to St. George Island!

St. George Island & Cape Florida State Park Surf onto Dr. Beach’s Top Ten List!

May 26, 2012

Holy flip-flops! Dr. Beach, America’s foremost Beach Expert, uses 50 beach criteria to decide which beaches are the sweetest in the whole country – and two Sunshine State seashores have... Read blog »

Related Tags: Beaches, Parks, Deals, St George Island, Key Biscayne

This fellow's just hanging out on Sanibel Island!

Free Family Programs Splash into Sanibel Island’s Ding Darling Wildlife Refuge!

May 25, 2012

What makes a bird a bird? Why are manatees called sea cows? And how can you tell a crocodile from an alligator? You can find out the answers – plus enjoy... Read blog »

Related Tags: Beaches, Family, Parks, Outdoors & Nature, Birding, Deals, Sanibel Island

Looking over Mosquito Lagoon from the midden.

Video: See What 600 Years of Trash Looks Like in Canaveral National Seashore’s Turtle Mound!

May 24, 2012

Have you ever wondered what would happen if you ate lots and lots of shellfish – but didn’t take out the trash for a whopping 600 years? For a clue, take... Read blog »

Related Tags: Beaches, History, Parks, Cocoa Beach, New Smyrna Beach, Historical Sites, Cape Canaveral

You have to admit it would be hard to be cranky here in Naples!

Naples and Jupiter Surf onto USA Today’s 15 'Happiest Seaside Towns' List

May 23, 2012

Gray skies are gonna clear up, Put on a happy face; Brush off the clouds and cheer up, Put on a happy face. ~ Bye Bye Birdie Soundtrack If you’re a beach bunny in... Read blog »

Related Tags: Beaches, Naples, Jupiter

Surf into summer at St. Augustine Beach.

Free Beach Concert Series Boogies into St. Augustine Beach

May 21, 2012

Now here’s some news that will be music to your ears! The Music by the Sea Concert Series is dancing into St. Augustine Beach this summer, promising a boatload of family-friendly... Read blog »

Related Tags: Beaches, Family, Events, Music, St Augustine, Deals, Dining