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A North Florida Secret
Heading north along residential Ocean Boulevard, it’s easy to see why people are continually drawn to this place. Bikers and lollygagging couples far outnumber cars on the narrow roads overhung by live oaks and lined with houses with mellow monikers like “Idyll Hour” and “Sandstill.”
Tags: beaches, Jacksonville, Jacksonville_Beach, Atlantic_Beach, luxury, history, spas,
What's New for Floridians in 2009
New hotels, restaurants and other venues are ready for visitors in 2009.
Tags: hotels, dining, Sarasota, Naples, Daytona_Beach, Clearwater_Beach, Jacksonville_Beach, Jacksonville, Tallahassee, Hollywood, Apalachicola,
Favorite Florida Beaches
Since the sheer number of stunning shores in Florida can be a bit overwhelming (unless, of course, you’re lucky enough to visit them all), we’ve made a list of some favorite Florida beaches according to interest.
Tags: beaches, family, surfing, romance, Hollywood, Panama_City_Beach, Siesta_Key, Venice, Key_West, Pensacola, Sebastian, Cocoa_Beach, Daytona_Beach, Ormond_Beach, Jacksonville_Beach, Fort_Myers_Beach, Beaches_of_South_Walton, Fort_Lauderdale, Miami_Beach, Caladesi_Island_State_Park,
Northeast Florida Overview
From the Florida-Georgia border to just north of Daytona Beach, Northeast Florida is full of spectacular sites, including historic St. Augustine.
Tags: Amelia_Island, Fernandina_Beach, Jacksonville, Jacksonville_Beach, Palatka, St_Augustine, Ponte_Vedra_Beach,
Florida Beach Primer
Take our abbreviated beach trip around Florida and add a few new beaches to your scrapbook. From Pensacola to Amelia Island to the Florida Keys, there is a new beach for you.
Tags: beaches, Pensacola, Perdido_Key, Destin, Fort_Walton_Beach, Beaches_of_South_Walton, Panama_City_Beach, Apalachicola, Cedar_Key, Steinhatchee, Crystal_River, Tampa, St_Petersburg, Clearwater_Beach, Egmont_Key, Sarasota, Bradenton, Anna_Maria_Island, Charlotte_Harbor, Fort_Myers, Sanibel_Island, Captiva_Island, Naples, Marco_Island, Florida_Keys, Key_West, Miami, South_Beach, Fort_Lauderdale, West_Palm_Beach, Fort_Pierce, Vero_Beach, Cocoa_Beach, Daytona_Beach, New_Smyrna_Beach, Flagler_Beach, Palm_Coast, St_Augustine, Jacksonville_Beach, Amelia_Island, New_Port_Richey,
Northeast Florida Overview
Northeast Florida, known as the First Coast for its historical significance, may be the state’s best-kept secret as vacationers rush to better-known destinations farther south.
Tags: Amelia_Island, Fernandina_Beach, Jacksonville, Jacksonville_Beach, Atlantic_Beach, Palatka, St_Augustine, Ponte_Vedra_Beach,
Fun-Filled Jacksonville
The miles of laidback beach, lined with small but picturesque sand dunes, are perfect for swimming, relaxing or wildlife watching (porpoise can be sighted year 'round and northern right whales can sometimes be seen off the coast in winter).
Tags: Jacksonville, Jacksonville_Beach, family, museums,
Eyes to the Sky
The Air Force Thunderbirds and Army Golden Knights rip through the skies over Punta Gorda to climax this two-day spectacular, more than 25 years old. T
Tags: Daytona_Beach, Fort_Lauderdale, Fort_Myers, Fort_Myers_Beach, Gainesville, Jacksonville, Jacksonville_Beach, Lakeland, Pensacola, Punta_Gorda, Stuart, Titusville, events, flight,
City Profile: Jacksonville
This lively urban area is a magnet for those who want big-city thrills such as greyhound racing, major sporting events and a spirited nightlife.
Tags: Jacksonville, Jacksonville_Beach, downtowns_and_small_towns,
Tallahassee to Jacksonville
Southern graciousness is apparent even when you leave town, with highway signs saying "Thank you for not speeding in Monticello."
Tags: Jacksonville, Jacksonville_Beach, Lake_City, Live_Oak, Madison, Suwannee, Tallahassee, White_Springs, driving_tours,
Jacksonville and Beyond
Jacksonville Beach is the liveliest of the bunch, and it's also the best for surfing. Rent a board at one of the shops along the surf, or simply chill out with a walk along the pier.
Tags: Amelia_Island, Atlantic_Beach, Jacksonville, Jacksonville_Beach, Ponte_Vedra_Beach, beaches, surfing, art, driving_tours, Tours_on_a_Tankful,
Jacksonville/Amelia Island Area Beaches
Made up of 13 miles of seashore lined with 40-foot, sea oat dappled dunes, Amelia Island is a beach lover's haven.
Tags: Amelia_Island, Atlantic_Beach, Fernandina_Beach, Jacksonville, Jacksonville_Beach, beaches, disabilities_travel,
Jacksonville/Amelia Island Area
Hugging the St. Johns River, Jacksonville's historic significance dates back to prehistoric residents and early French and Spanish colonists.
Tags: Amelia_Island, Atlantic_Beach, Fernandina_Beach, Jacksonville, Jacksonville_Beach,
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