Delray U.S. Mail Route In Southeast Florida, there was no road connecting the 68 miles from Palm Beach to Miami, and fresh water was unavailable for mail-carrying horses. Thus, the only means of delivering the mail was by row boat in some areas and by foot in others. The men who traversed this…
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By Jodi Mailander Farrell When Andrew Jackson visited Pensacola to take possession of Florida for the United States in 1821, he and his wife, Rachel, were surprised to find that the state’s inhabitants all spoke Spanish and French, with some speaking four or five languages. Since then, famous…
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By Florence Beth Snyder Students from all 50 states and most every nation come to study at Florida’s universities. And when they aren’t hitting the books, they're discovering the tourist gems scattered throughout their campuses. And so can you. Florida’s university campuses are treasure troves…
Read MoreBy Lauren Tjaden Close your eyes and imagine. You’re horseback riding on the beach. The sand stretches out behind you and in front of you, too. The waves tickle the shore in their soothing, quiet rhythm. The air smells clean and a little like salt; the water is the color of emeralds. You tell your…
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Explore the wide world of Florida citrus. There are many types of oranges in the Sunshine State, not to mention the grapefruit and specialty fruits that grow throughout the year. For years, Florida has been practically synonymous with citrus. And it's no wonder. Throughout the year, you'll find…
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Whether you’re going for a game, a campus tour or just plain sightseeing, Florida’s colleges and universities are attractions unto themselves. Each year, thousands of visitors from all over the world flock to Florida Southern College in Lakeland – and not necessarily to attend classes. The draw…
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