By Lauren Tjaden Yearning for a seaside destination with a retro feel? These laid-back Old Florida beach options lack crowds and high-rises and are rich in old-time charm. 1. Anna Maria Island Forget crowds, high-rises and traffic delays, but remember your sunscreen and your smile when you splash…
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By Lauren Tjaden Metal detecting in Florida isn’t all about unearthing gold rings encrusted with diamonds – though that’s an exciting possibility. Instead, it’s about the thrill of the hunt, wondering what’s buried under the sand, whether it’s a button, a buckle, or a coin. It’s about strolling…
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Along the Sunshine State's thousands of miles of coastline are more than a few remote, unspoiled natural beaches where you can get away from it all for a while. On a picture-perfect spring afternoon, you would expect the beach to be packed. It is spring break, the height of tourist season, but my…
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Florida is always good for a relaxing lounge in the sun in the water and on the sand. But what if you want even more? By Carrie McLaren The Sunshine State's 825 miles of beaches offer a diversity of activities and to suit every taste. There's the comforting stuff you might expect -- think beach…
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Find the perfect Florida beach to float your flip-flops! The Sunshine State boasts 825 miles of sandy shores – which one sounds most like you? Fun-Loving Family Clearwater Beach’s soft, white sand is sweet on the feet, and its shallow, calm waters will please everyone in the family. Walk the…
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Florida's home to the oldest continuously occupied city in the U.S., the first European settlement and even the oldest operating bar – and often, beautiful beaches are just footsteps away from these historic destinations. By Lauren Tjaden…
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You may not have heard about them, but small beach towns are out there, in every corner of Florida, brimming with personality. If you like your beaches served with a dose of genuine hometown charm, here's where to discover five of the best small towns in Florida near the beach. 1. Fernandina…
Read MoreFrom bustling Daytona Beach to charming Siesta Key, these 12 Sunshine State destinations have at least one thing in common: They're great Florida beaches for families. By Lauren Tjaden Fabulous family-friendly beach getaways share some qualities. Their beaches are gradually sloping, so your…
Read MoreYour guide to Jacksonville, Amelia Island and other area beaches. Editor's note: Florida beaches and parks are listed geographically from north to south. In this northeast corner of the state you'll find peaceful, wide beaches lined with high sand dunes. If you are a nature lover, there are…
Read MoreHere's a guide to St. Augustine's great beaches, listed geographically from north to south. History mingles with modern life in St. Augustine where you can shop, dine, and walk the shores where Spanish explorers first set foot hundreds of years ago. St. Augustine beaches are both secluded and…
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