By Dalia Colón From civil rights and education to sports and the arts, African-Americans have influenced every sphere of life in Florida. Here are some of the Sunshine State’s brightest lights and where you can learn more about them. John Gilmore Riley (1857–1954) During the late 19th and early 20th…
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By Janet K. Keeler Florida is teeming with wildlife, most famously prehistoric alligators and showy long-legged coastal birds. Manatees, dolphins and varieties of sea and box turtles are also among the state’s natural beauties. And, the Atlantic Flyway ecosystem runs through the state, a…
Read MoreBy Jodi Mailander Farrell White-sand beaches and emerald seas make Destin and Fort Walton Beach ideal vacation playgrounds, but they aren’t the only reason families flock to these Northwest Florida communities. From water parks to boardwalks, there’s never a dull moment, whether you have toddlers…
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The United States Civil Rights Trail invites you to follow the course of the movement and walk in the footsteps of giants, with more than 100 sites across 15 states that played key roles in advancing social justice in the 1950s and 1960s. The trail project, which launched in January 2018 on Martin…
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By Janet K. Keeler Tampa and environs offer many opportunities for eco-travelers. In the third-most populous city in Florida, a visitor looking to make a low impact while having a high-impact experience can do so on both land and water. There are 1.4 million people living in Hillsborough County…
Read MoreBy Janet K. Keeler In Florida, the saying ought not to be if these walls could talk but rather how much they are saying. All over the state, from small towns to big cities, blank walls are doubling as artists’ canvases, sprouting scenes of Florida’s agricultural and pioneer heritage, Johnny Depp…
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By Kevin Mims The hardest part about planning a day trip from Pensacola is narrowing down the choices. Surfing and snorkeling at the beach, splashing in the springs, tubing a lazy river, shopping, museums? Whether you feel like driving 10 miles or 100, a world of possibilities awaits. Here are 10…
Read MoreBy Steve Winston How’s a visitor to know where to begin exploring the multifaceted tropical metropolis of Fort Lauderdale? We’ve compiled a list of what to do in Fort Lauderdale to get you started. RESTAURANTS Lester’s Diner – A true Fort Lauderdale landmark, this ‘50s diner has been serving…
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By Tom Scherberger The Tampa Bay area is a hotbed of great food experiences, from casual food trucks and late night eats to elegant fine dining. Check out these can’t-miss fine dining Tampa experiences. Beverly’s La Croisette The long line on weekends shows this American diner with the French…
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By Saundra Amrhein So you’re planning your Florida vacation, and you need to find the right place to stay that also caters to your VIP – Very Important Pet. Throughout the Sunshine State there are plenty of pet-friendly Florida hotels and accommodations, including rustic campgrounds, budget…
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