Biking, camping, canoeing, ATVs and other outdoor activities mean there's something for every type of nature lover at Withlacoochee State Forest. That old saying, "If you don't like the weather, wait a minute" is true enough of our Florida summers, but any time of year, you could say, "If you…
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By Lauren Tjaden You want your big day to be perfect, whether it’s an intimate ceremony on a glittering Sunshine State beach, or a massive, everyone-is-invited affair to go down in the record books. From pre-nuptial parties to fairy tale weddings and idyllic honeymoons, Florida’s stunning venues and…
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By Lauren Tjaden Crystal River's beaches and the surrounding area is made for those who love the great outdoors. Heralded as Florida's Nature Coast, Crystal River features shallow, grassy flats, an ideal place to snorkel and search for scallops in the summer months. It promises great fishing…
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On a balmy Florida evening, nothing beats watching a movie under the stars. By Jodi Mailander Farrell Drive-in or dive in, al fresco cinemas and movie nights across Florida combine the state’s great outdoors with film at drive-in theaters, pools and parks. Here are 10 unique open-air settings…
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Your perfect getaway awaits in Palm Coast and the Flagler Beaches. The sun, the sand, the beach, the food— it’s a beautiful paradise filled with adventures and wonder at every turn. From wandering historic parks and going horseback riding on the beach to enjoying oceanfront dining and fine art…
Read MoreBy Jeanette Scott If you’re heading to South Florida, be sure to check out this list of top Miami shopping malls and shopping areas. Design District Located between Midtown and Wynwood, the Design District neighborhood is quickly on the rise as one of the newest luxury designations for shopping in…
Read MoreAfrican American landmarks and legacies can be found at a variety of sites Jacksonville and Duval County. While some of these sites can be visited, other listings are marked "private" and are not open to the public. 1960s Civil Rights Historic Site Marker Hemming Square, Downtown Jacksonville On…
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By Kara Franker Dreaming of having a Florida state park wedding? Say “I do” with beautiful natural surroundings as your backdrop at one of these destinations. There’s a park to suit any size and style of celebration. 1. Coconut Grove Some locations look like they were designed for Florida…
Read MoreBy Kara Franker You can take the worry out of planning your next Florida vacation when you book a hotel package. The Sunshine State has plenty of hotel options to choose from, ranging from an all-inclusive resort to properties that offer meals-plus-room plans. “I love packages because it takes so…
Read MoreThe Stetson Mansion, a stunning 10,000-square-foot Victorian listed on the U.S. National Register of Historic Places, was Florida's first luxury estate. By Sandra Ketcham When John B. Stetson (he of hat-making fame) wanted a large winter home for his family, first he chose the central Florida…
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