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
Turtle Mound, New Smyrna Beach: Turtle Mound is a prehistoric archaeological site along the Indian River shoreline just south of New Smyrna Beach and the largest shell midden on the mainland United States. The turtle-shaped mound contains oysters and refuse from the prehistoric Timucuan people. Archaeologists believe that these people may have used this site Read More
Lion Country Safari, West Palm Beach is a leader in Palm Beach County’s tourism industry, offering a unique and affordable opportunity to enjoy the only drive-through safari in Florida (where you drive your own vehicle). The park has been recognized as one of the top three zoos in America by USA Travel Guide and has entertained and educated 24 million guests Read More
Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park, Tallahassee: There is a saying in Florida that the further north you go the more southern it gets, and the Alfred B. Maclay State Gardens in northwestern Florida is a good example of that adage. Dogwoods, azaleas, redbuds and camellias are the backbone of the garden plantings here, a Read More
Devil’s Den, Williston: Florida’s amazing system of underground springs includes Devil’s Den Spring, a privately owned scuba diving training center in Williston. Scuba divers and snorkelers descend into an underground spring inside a dry cave that has been home to many extinct animal fossils dating back to the Pleistocene Age. Relicts are on display at Read More
Amelia Island Horseback Riding, Fernandina Beach: Amelia Island is part of the Sea Islands chain of barrier islands on Florida’s Atlantic coast and a popular destination known for its luxury resorts, golf courses and numerous sandy beaches. The Main Beach Park has sand dunes, a boardwalk and public sports and recreation facilities. One very special Read More
Coral Castle, Homestead: What inspired Edward Leedskalnin to spend 28 years secretly carving 1,100 tons of coral rock into a sculpture garden, with nothing but homemade tools? No one knows for sure, but Leedskalnin happily greeted visitors during the 1940s to his fantasy world called Coral Castle, charging a mere 10 cents for admission. Today Read More
Kayaking is a great way to see Florida’s best waterways! As you read about outdoor fun in Florida, a common theme emerges: water. Florida is blessed with beautiful springs, remote lakes, coastal estuaries, shallow ocean fishing sites, rivers, creeks and streams. And one of the best ways to experience all the outstanding natural waterways in Florida is by kayak. Read More
Florida is full of natural treasures yet few make it more unique than its 900 freshwater springs – the highest concentration on the planet. Springs are part of a dramatic cycle of water flow in Florida: more than 150 billion gallons of rain fall here daily and what seeps into Florida’s underground limestone rock structure (think Swiss cheese) replenishes a vast Read More
