Florida Travel Guides and Trip Ideas

Cocoa Beach is a quintessential beach town located on Florida’s Space Coast. It offers a blend of surf culture, space history, and natural beauty. This guide will show you how to make the most of a 48-hour trip to Cocoa Beach. Day 1 Morning: Sunrise and Surfing Start your day early with a breathtaking sunrise … Continue Reading » about 48 Hours in Cocoa Beach

Located just north of Miami, Fort Lauderdale might be the best destination for a weekend getaway to escape the cold during the winter months. With the Fort Lauderdale International Airport and I-95 both located only a short drive from a plethora of beachfront resorts, Fort Lauderdale is easy to get to from just about anywhere … Continue Reading » about 48 Hours in Fort Lauderdale

Located about an hour south of Southwest Florida International Airport and Fort Myers, Marco Island is the southernmost tourist destination along Florida’s Gulf Coast. This vacation paradise brings the feel of the keys up to the mainland in a way that you won’t find anywhere else in Florida. Where to Stay: JW Marriott Marco Island … Continue Reading » about 48 Hours in Marco Island

Located just north of Clearwater and under an hour from the beautiful Tampa International Airport, Dunedin is a small-town paradise with almost four miles of beautifully relaxing waterfront to enjoy. If a quiet Gulf-side weekend away from tourist destinations is what you need, this is the perfect place to consider. Where to Stay: Fenway Hotel … Continue Reading » about 48 Hours in Dunedin

Between the perfect location and the almost endless amount of sunshine you will find here, St. Petersburg is one of the absolute best destinations in all of Florida for a quick weekend getaway. When you add in the pristine white-sand beaches and all of the amazing culinary options, there really is nothing like a trip … Continue Reading » about 72 Hours in St. Petersburg

Because of its reputation as the ultimate destination for golf, fishing, and beautiful white-sand beaches, it is easy to see why Fort Myers is such a popular choice for anyone looking to get away for a weekend excursion. Located on Florida’s Gulf Coast, Fort Myers enjoys warm weather throughout the year and is considered to … Continue Reading » about 48 Hours in Fort Myers

February is going to be a big month to get out and experience all that there is to see and do across the state of Florida. Whether you are looking for arts festivals, food experiences, great music, or a chance to get close to nature, we have got you covered with all of the best … Continue Reading » about Things to Do in Florida: February 2019

The new year has arrived, and we expect it to be filled with all kinds of fun and excitement. And there is never a shortage of either here in Florida with all of the fun activities and events happening all over the Sunshine State. If you are looking for a fun way to enjoy all … Continue Reading » about Things to Do in Florida: January 2019

Known for being the oldest city in the United States, almost everything you will find in St. Augustine revolves around the city’s rich history. But there is much more to be explored in this famous North Florida town. In addition to having a rich history, St. Augustine is also home to fabulous beaches, outstanding dining, … Continue Reading » about 48 Hours in St. Augustine

Located right in the heart of Florida’s “Treasure Coast,” Port St. Lucie is best known for being the Spring Training home of the New York Mets. It is also a popular golf destination thanks to the world-class PGA Village Resort. But there is much more to Port St. Lucie than golf and baseball. This small-town … Continue Reading » about 48 Hours in Port St. Lucie

Because it already offers so much history, culture, and excitement, most Florida residents don’t need a special reason to visit St. Augustine. But that doesn’t stop the oldest city in the country from giving them exactly that with its Nights of Lights celebration every year during the holidays. St. Augustine creates a winter wonderland that … Continue Reading » about Must See Florida: Nights of Lights in St. Augustine

While it might be known around the world for being the home of the amazing Walt Disney World, as well as many other fantastic theme parks, Orlando also offers a wide variety of enchantment outside of the Magic Kingdom. This central Florida city is also one of the most accessible destinations from just about anywhere … Continue Reading » about 48 Hours in Orlando

Known as the “River City by the Sea,” Jacksonville and the areas surrounding it are packed full of all kinds of fun and excitement. Whether you are looking for art and museums, fun in the sun, competitive sports, or great restaurants and shopping, you can find a bit of everything here in this popular North … Continue Reading » about 48 Hours in Jacksonville

As one of the largest cities in the state of Florida, there are plenty of things to do in and around Tampa. If you are thinking about planning a three-day adventure here in the sunshine state, this is one of the best big city options you could choose. Because there is so much to see … Continue Reading » about 48 Hours in Tampa

There are hundreds of great reasons to consider moving to Florida for retirement, but one that often goes overlooked is all of the fun and exciting festivals that happen across the Sunshine State each and every summer. In an effort to highlight the festive side of our state, let’s take a quick look at ten … Continue Reading » about 10 Summer Festivals to Put on Your Florida Bucket List

One of the best things about living in Florida is that there are so many unique day trip options to choose from. If you ever get bored, you’re doing it wrong. Florida’s Gulf Coast has arguably the highest concentration of unique day trips in the state. Let’s take a look at 5 great options. Caladesi … Continue Reading » about 5 Gulf Coast Day Trips You Simply Can’t Ignore

Tampa is considered one of the major cultural hubs of Florida, and there are a number of Tampa area museums that should be at or near the top of just about everyone’s list of places to visit in Florida. Here are a few of our favorite Tampa Area museums: Museum of Science & Industry Tampa’s … Continue Reading » about Popular Tampa Area Museums

It’s not the easiest place to get to, but if you’re up for an adventure, take a day trip to Dry Tortugas National Park. Located 70 miles west of Key West, Dry Tortugas National Park is actually closer to Cuba than the United States. Discovered in 1513 by Juan Ponce de Leon, the park can … Continue Reading » about The Stunning Beauty of Dry Tortugas National Park

I’ve written before about how the Panhandle is really Florida’s Final Frontier. It’s probably the least developed part of Florida, and that also means there’s plenty of unspoiled nature here to explore. In this article, let’s take a closer look at three of the must-see state parks located in the Florida Panhandle. Florida Caverns State … Continue Reading » about 3 “Must-See” Florida Panhandle State Parks

While a road trip can be a spontaneous venture, it never hurts to be prepared with a little tech to ensure you don’t waste precious beach time. Whether you’re visiting from out of the state scouting out Florida retirement communities for your new home base, or a local planning a fun overnight getaway, it doesn’t … Continue Reading » about 7 Must-Have Travel Apps for Florida

With its mix of historic buildings, fun events and old-world charm, St. Augustine is a great destination for a day trip. The Ancient City or Old City, as it is nicknamed, is steeped in culture and history. From quaint shops to fascinating, historic streets, St. Augustine has it all. St. Augustine is the oldest European … Continue Reading » about Day Trip: St. Augustine