By Kevin Mims Tallahassee is known as the center of Florida’s government and the home of major higher learning institutions, but it also happens to perfectly situated within driving distance of many of north Florida’s outdoor, cultural, and family-friendly destinations. The Capital City is a…
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By Julie Landry Laviolette Home to theme parks and a thriving arts scene, farm-to-table dining is an unexpected pleasure when visiting Central Florida. Beyond the sprawling metropolitan area, you’ll find U Pick strawberry, peach and blueberry farms, a Michelin-starred restaurant with its own fruit…
Read MoreBy Lauren Tjaden To say manatees are huge is not an overstatement. They are enormous by any standard, measuring as long as 10 feet and weighing up to 1,000 pounds. In Citrus County, you can snorkel with these gentle, curious mammals-- in the wild. Located on Florida’s central west coast, the…
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By Andrew Meacham Between Ocala National Forest and Walt Disney World Resort, the John F. Kennedy Space Center and Sea World, Orlando gives everyone a different look. But beneath the glistening jewels the world sees lies the cool and beating heart of the state, thousands of lakes and the wildlife…
Read MoreBy VISIT FLORIDA Staff Acres of citrus groves and miles of coastline offering access to the freshest seafood may have put the Sunshine State on the culinary map, but Florida also brings a host of other flavors to the table. Florida is a paradise for foodies who crave locally sourced, farm-to-table…
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By Hilda Mitrani It was the bridges that first intrigued me while driving through Jacksonville, considered the architectural gem of the South in the early 20th Century. Today the city's storied past enhances its position as a vibrant metropolis. The City of Seven Bridges, as it’s sometimes…
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A stretch of sand along Florida’s east coast is known as the Treasure Coast, where tranquil sands and a rich history await. By Glenn Swift In September 1696, a young Quaker merchant of Jamaica named Jonathan Dickinson was shipwrecked near the St. Lucie Inlet along with his family and other…
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Here are some tips for applying for a visa, what to pack for your Florida vacation and more. How do I apply for a visa? Visitors to Florida from Great Britain, Ireland, Holland, France, Germany, Spain, Italy, Japan, Sweden, Portugal and Switzerland (and 16 other countries; visit travel.state.gov…
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By Terry Tomalin Spending a few days in the wilderness of Florida Bay is a great way to decompress and blow off some steam. Out here among the Ten Thousand Islands, there are no traffic jams, crowds or cell phones to get the blood boiling. Ten Thousand Islands Just drop anchor off a sandy beach…
Read MoreBy Janet K. Keeler Winter is a glorious time in Florida, with plenty of holiday events and outdoor festivals celebrating food, art and culture. The beautiful beaches, matched by even more gorgeous weather, bring winter residents back and attract travelers from around the world. Floridians come out…
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