From swashbucklers and treasure hunters to ancient peoples and modern discoveries, these 10 history museums in Florida highlight the Sunshine State’s rich past. By Gary McKechnie Plymouth has its 1620 rock and Philadelphia the Spirit of ’76. But what about Florida? Well, how about European…
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By Kevin Mims Florida is a birder's paradise. Our mild climate and diverse habitats attract hundreds of bird species, including such sought-after finds as the rare Florida burrowing owl, snail kite and a wealth of wading birds. Some species, like limpkins, occur here year 'round, while others…
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Florida's flea and farmers markets are terrific alternatives to traditional shopping malls. Read on to discover some favorites, or skip straight to the List of Florida Flea & Farmers Markets by Region. By Paula Lewis The great thing about Florida's flea and farmers markets is that you never know…
Read MoreFlorida is steeped in Spanish heritage: its history, its food, and even its very name. When Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon arrived on Florida's shores in April of 1513, he dubbed the vibrant new land La Pascua de la Florida, translated as "passion of the flowers." You can hear Florida’s Spanish…
Read MoreBy Kevin McGeever The I-95 odyssey from Boston to Tampa-St. Petersburg is a 1,400-mile commitment on concrete. But this Florida vacation on the central Gulf coast is worth the drive. Beaches and ballgames. Culture and craft beer. Nature and neighborhoods. Tom Brady and Rob Gronkowski. And if that…
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By Gary McKechnie One of Florida’s finest road trips is along Highway 90 in Northwestern Florida. Because the road predates the parallel I-10 by decades, it rolls through a lot of Old Florida towns. One that always catches my eye is DeFuniak Springs, 80 miles east of Pensacola. DeFuniak Springs…
Read MoreIn Florida, there's an abundance of waterways to explore and boat tours to enjoy. By Bonnie Gross The first tourists in Florida arrived by boat – Juan Ponce de Leon and his crew 500 years ago – and it’s still the best way to see the Sunshine State. From a boat you can reach special places where…
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By Janet K. Keeler We often think of sight as the most important sense for experiencing art, but hearing also adds value, for fine and especially performing arts. The Ringling in Sarasota offers several accessibility features, notably a hearing assistive system that amplifies world-class theater…
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By Dalia Colon There are scenic highways, and then there are Florida's Scenic Highways. Florida has no shortage of beautiful drives, from the canopy roads of Tallahassee and Ocala’s rambling horse country, to Miami’s glittery cityscape and more than 825 miles of beaches. But only 26 of Florida’s…
Read MoreBy Stephanie Hayes Deal yourself a winning hand from this full deck of Florida experiences. The “cards” can be sorted into six themes: WHAT'S THE ATTRACTION? Unique ways to experience Florida’s well-known attractions WILDLIFE – Al fresco fun for outdoorsy types GO GONZO – Stuff that’s off the…
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