By Chelle Koster Walton For the briefest, longest moment I was there. Decked out in hoop skirts with the warm breeze twiddling my hair, I was hearing the paddleboat captain swearing under his breath about this “damn crooked river.” His 300-foot-long, 80-foot-wide, three-story riverboat dealt with…
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By Tom Scherberger Want to explore the cultural, historical, and architectural treasures of Tallahassee, Fla.? Just go to Florida Stories Walking Tours, and download the app created by the Florida Humanities Council. With this app you can learn, at your own pace and on your own schedule, what some…
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Nestled at the southern end of St. Petersburg, Fort De Soto County Park is a favorite of locals and visitors in the know. The Pinellas County park is made up of five islands, encompassing more than 1,100 acres, over six miles of pristine, award-winning beaches and several miles of waterfront along…
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By Tom Scherberger Want to explore the cultural, historical, and architectural treasures of Apalachicola, Fla.? There’s an app for that. Just go to Florida Stories Walking Tours, and download the app created by the Florida Humanities Council. With this app you can learn, at your own pace and on…
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By Chelle Koster Walton “As we slowly made our way up the creek that flowed into the Apalachicola River we were overwhelmed by the most wonderful smell. It was the tupelo trees in bloom,” said Clyde Butcher, famed Florida nature photographer who published his Apalachicola: An American Treasure…
Read MoreWe come across lots of weird and wonderful Florida facts. So we thought we'd share a few. OK, more than a few. You never know ... these Florida facts may come in handy at a pub quiz. Climate It’s warm year-round. The climate varies from subtropical in the north to tropical in the south. The…
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On the beaches of Miami, the Atlantic Ocean merges with the Caribbean Sea, the sands turn soft and white and the waters lap the shore in shades of light blue to nearly clear aqua. The area offers more than a dozen beaches, all with their own vibe. Here's where to find the best beaches of Miami…
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By Janet K. Keeler In the life cycle of a shopping mall, Tampa Premium Outlets is a mere toddler. It still has that new mall shine and design, and looks more like a pastel-colored village than the traditional complex of shops. The 110-store mall made up of courtyards, breezeways and fountains…
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By Janet K. Keeler There are many reasons to take a day for yourself, and one of them is pampering body and soul. St. Johns Town Center in Jacksonville is a fine place to put you at the top of priority list. That’s not to say you can’t bring along a buddy to enjoy a full day of indulgences. Maybe…
Read MoreFlorida boasts some of the best shopping in the nation, ranging from prestigious luxury shopping centers to colossal discount outlets, with both indoor and outdoor settings. But they all have one thing in common: great shopping. Here’s a list of must-shop malls across Florida. Northwest |…
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