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11 Things to Do in Myakka River State Park

Jul 21

11 Things to Do in Myakka River State Park

Experience one of Florida’s oldest and largest state parks! Myakka State Park sits just outside of Sarasota near Florida’s gulf coast, tucked along the 72-mile-long Myakka River. This prime location offers visitors an opportunity to experience nature at its finest thanks to a diverse expanse of unspoiled land. Designated as one of Florida’s first state […]

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The Best Beach to Find Shark Teeth in Florida

Jul 13

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The Best Beach to Find Shark Teeth in Florida

Venice, Florida: “The Shark Tooth Capital of the World” Venice is a small seaside town off of Florida’s Gulf Coast near Sarasota. Besides the salty seafood, cold cocktails, and gorgeous sandy beaches, Venice is known as the “shark tooth capital of the world”. The beaches in and around Venice, Florida are abundant with all sorts […]

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The Best Things to Do in Silver Springs, Florida

Feb 8

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The Best Things to Do in Silver Springs, Florida

Visiting Silver Springs takes you back to “Old Florida” Silver Springs State Park is known for its crystal clear spring-fed water, natural landscape, and abundant wildlife. With miles of hiking trails, a huge campground, glass bottom boat tours, and the largest artesian spring in the country, there is something for everyone to experience in this […]

by Erin

Feb 6

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Kayaking in Silver Springs

Tips for the best day on the water while kayaking in Silver Springs! A trip to the Silver River and Silver Springs in central Florida is truly taking a step back in time. Paddling down the Silver River is the best way to experience “Old Florida”, where the landscape has remained untouched for hundreds of […]

by Erin

Best Beach Destinations in the U.S. for Couples

Jan 24

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Best Beach Destinations in the U.S. for Couples

Travel bloggers recommend these U.S. beaches for a romantic getaway What comes to mind when picturing the perfect romantic beach trip? Is it long walks on the sand, watching the sunset over the water, and sipping a refreshing cocktail? Or are you and your partner more adventurous, looking for hikes to secluded waterfalls, parasailing over […]

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Top Things to Do While Camping in Rainbow Springs

Jan 4

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Top Things to Do While Camping in Rainbow Springs

Experience one of Florida’s best state parks while camping at Rainbow Springs! We love living in Central Florida. With beautiful state parks and springs sprinkled throughout the area protecting delicate ecosystems and preserving endangered wildlife, the central part of the “Sunshine State” has so many fantastic places to discover. Rainbow Springs State Park is located […]

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One Week Florida National Parks Road Trip from Orlando to Key West

Sep 26

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One Week Florida National Parks Road Trip from Orlando to Key West

Travel from the Everglades to Key West visiting all three of Florida’s national parks on this epic Florida road trip! Florida is an amazing state to travel through. Endless miles of coastline create epic road trips, and tons of beachy towns and islands mean there is always a new and exciting destination to explore. This […]

by Erin

How to Spend the Perfect Day in Bahia Honda State Park

Jul 30

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How to Spend the Perfect Day in Bahia Honda State Park

Tips for spending the perfect day in Bahia Honda State Park in the Florida Keys Bahia Honda State Park sits in the lower part of the Florida Keys at MM 37, between Marathon and Key West. (Our Florida Keys for Families post goes further in depth on the mile marker system in the Keys.) Bahia […]

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