Once you've experienced Florida's theme parks, big cities and beaches, try one or all of these off-the-beaten-path, historical, cultural, outdoorsy, and just plain weird roadside attractions. Northwest, North Central, Northeast, Central West, Central, Central East, Southwest, Southeast NORTHWEST…
Read MoreBy Janet K. Keeler Florida has been at the epicenter of human space flight for more than half a century. From the sandy shores of Brevard County – commonly called the Space Coast – many memorable launches and milestones were logged. Space innovation is still happening there…
Read MoreBy Janet K. Keeler Space may not be the most accessible tourist destination – yet – but the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex at Cape Canaveral is the next best thing for travelers who want to experience the final frontier. The sprawling complex on the aptly named Space Coast in Brevard…
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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…
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By Julie Landry Laviolette With miles of protected shoreline, a national seashore, scenic bluffs and natural preserves teeming with wildlife, Pensacola, Fla. offers diverse ecosystems and terrain for the eco-tourist. From eco-attractions to earth-friendly accommodations, Pensacola has plenty to…
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By Jodi Mailander Farrell Unspoiled beaches, treasured animal sanctuaries and protected nature preserves make West Palm Beach and its surrounding area a desirable green retreat for conscious travel between the Atlantic Ocean and the shores of Lake Okeechobee, the largest lake in the southeastern…
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By Jodi Mailander Farrell Running parallel to the only living coral reef in the continental United States, the Florida Keys are custom-made for wildlife explorers, with four national wildlife refuges, two ecological reserves, fish hatcheries and miles of kayaking trails. The precarious nature of…
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By Jeanette Scott Remember the "old days" where people would dress up in gorgeous, elaborate outfits complete with hats? Well now you can experience some of that same fun at Dapper Day at Disney World in Orlando. The first Dapper Day at Disney World was held in Feb. 2011 and it’s been a smash…
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By Lauren Tjaden 72 miles of shimmering beaches stretch across Florida’s Space Coast, a diverse ecosystem that promises mysterious wetlands, lush forests and abundant lakes, rich with wildlife that includes docile manatees, ancient sea turtles and unparalleled birding. A multitude of parks…
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By Lauren Tjaden Disney’ s Hollywood Studios® at Walt Disney World® Resort in Orlando brings the excitement of Hollywood’s film industry to vivid life, promising grand adventures and inspiring the imagination with entertainment, live shows and fireworks, thrilling attractions, immersive dining…
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