When heading out for a day in the Florida sun, don’t forget your beach day essentials. Yes, you can have a great day at the beach with just a towel and sunblock but a little preparation can make it even better. If you live in Florida or are visiting for a while, keep your beach Read More
Camping games are a great way to unplug from technology and spend quality time outdoors with the family. Whether in a campground, on a beach or even camping in your backyard, here are some of our favorite games to relax and get your game on! Hula Hoop Competition Time to swing those hips; give each Read More
Campfire spiced cider is a special treat for kids and adults alike. The perfect combination of spices, citrus and sweetness served steaming hot after simmering over an open fire have been the drink of many happy memories for me over the years and is sure to be a hit with your family as well! Ingredients: Read More
Great RV gear can make the difference between a good camping experience and a fabulous one. Camping is far from roughing it with some of our top RV gear picks for the luxury traveler! Carefree Premium Awning Rooms An awning room is a great way to add additional living space to your motorhome or travel Read More
Florida’s rich railroad history is directly tied to industrialist Henry Flagler, a name not necessarily well known among the state’s millions of residents. But if it wasn’t for Flagler and his railroads, Florida would likely be a very different place today. Not only did he build the Florida East Coast Railway from Jacksonville to Miami and Read More
Egmont Key, St. Petersburg: Accessible only by private boat, Egmont Key has a unique natural and cultural history, including a lighthouse that has stood since 1858. Although this park is primarily a wildlife refuge, it can be a personal refuge – a place to relax and collect shells along secluded, pristine beaches. During the 19th Read More
Central Florida boasts a new landmark that is not another theme park or resort yet draws attention on a global scale. The icon is Florida’s newest state university whose signature building is a spectacular example of modern architecture that is turning heads along Interstate 4 in Lakeland. Florida Polytechnic University’s Innovation, Science and Technology Building is Read More
Tampa’s Lowry Park Zoo is not only a place to enjoy up-close animal encounters, behind the scenes experiences, and exciting rides, it’s also a center dedicated to the conservation of endangered wildlife. The zoo takes part in almost 100 programs dedicated to breeding and conservation efforts with the goal of improving species survival rates around the Read More
Housing the world-famous Salvador Dali Collection, the Dalí Museum in St. Petersburg is the largest collection of the Spanish artist’s work outside of Spain. The Dalí Museum has been rated by the Michelin Guide as the top museum in the American South and by TripAdvisor as the #1 attraction in St. Petersburg. The new building, Read More
Florida wineries… not the first state that comes to mind when considering a wine-centric vacation but think again! Florida boasts a wine-making tradition started by Spanish settlers centuries ago continues today in Florida at more than 50 wineries scattered across the state. Florida’s subtropical climate, rich soils and hilly terrain provide just the right combination for Read More
