By Janet K. Keeler Tampa Bay, home to the cities of Tampa, St. Petersburg and Clearwater, is one of the most densely populated regions of the state, but that’s no reason for adventure seekers to shy away. Niches of nature are abundant throughout the region and offer unique activities, including…
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By Lauren Tjaden Snuggled against the Gulf of America in northwest Florida, Destin is rightfully famed for its sugar-white sands and emerald-hued waters…
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By Rachelle Lucas A traveler can dine well, all the way down through the Florida Keys. With 127 miles of turquoise-blue water, countless tiki huts and tons of kitschy "mom & pop" diners, the scenic Overseas Highway from Key Largo to Key West ranks as one of the best road trips in America. Here are…
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By Julie Landry Laviolette Folksy fishing villages, a sophisticated arts scene and miles of wide, white-sand beaches are the signature symbols of Southwest Florida. But the area has deep agricultural roots as well, with a thriving farm-to-table movement driven by hundreds of acres of farmland, some…
Read MoreBy Amy Wimmer Schwarb At Angel's Dining Car in Palatka, the regulars have nicknames and "usuals" and routines. They show up in shirts and ties before church and in uniforms before work. And they're accustomed to the curiosity-seekers who stop by, lured by the restaurant's grounded submarine…
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By Dalia Colon Where: State Road 13 along the St. Johns River, about 25 miles west of St. Augustine. Length: 17 miles. How to get around: Car. Best time to visit: Late March to see the oak trees in full foliage, or December to experience St. Augustine’s Nights of Lights display. Fun fact: Once…
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By: Gary McKechnie South Bay, at the southeast section of Lake Okeechobee, is overshadowed by Belle Glade to the north and by Clewiston to the west. There’s hardly a commercial district to speak of. And should you travel from one end of Palm Beach County to the other, you’d be hard-pressed to…
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By Dalia Colon Where: Running along Florida’s west central Gulf Coast, through the cities of Palmetto, Bradenton, Sarasota, Venice and North Port. Length: 70 miles. How to get around: Car. Best time to visit: February to April for Major League Baseball’s spring training. The Baltimore Orioles…
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By Dalia Colon Where: Just west of Orlando, traversing Clermont, Bushnell, Webster and the surrounding parts of Central Florida. Length: 62 miles. How to get around: Car. Best time to visit: On a Monday, to visit Webster Westside Flea Market, which attracts tens of thousands of weekly visitors to…
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By Dalia Colon Where: The Florida Keys Highway starts at the southern tip of Florida near Miami and continues from Key Largo to Key West. Length: 106 miles. How to get around: Car or bicycle. Best time to visit: September to observe bird migration season and avoid the winter crowds. Fun fact: The…
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