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…
Read MoreBy 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…
Read MoreYou may not have heard about them, but small beach towns can be found in every corner of Florida, each brimming with personality. If you like your beaches served with a dose of genuine hometown charm, here's where to discover some 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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By Kellilynn Hann It’s a gorgeous sunny day on Florida’s Atlantic coast. You’re strolling under a shady tunnel of sea grape plants. Their wide leaves rustle and clack and the sun sparkles through, light dancing on the sandy path at your feet. You emerge to a stunning view sand and blue ocean. Once…
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By Lauren Tjaden Located along Florida’s gulf coast east of Pensacola Beach, Navarre Beach has managed to slide under the radar. But that doesn’t mean it’s undeserving—it just means you can have more of it to yourself…
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By Lauren Tjaden - Lauren Tjaden Cocoa Beach is one of Orlando’s closet beaches, a mere hour from the theme…
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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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