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Florida scalloping is an underwater scavenger hunt with a delicious payoff
Crystal River's visitors can embark on an underwater hunt with the reward of meaty morsels of shellfish during Florida's scalloping season, while local eateries offer âcatch and cookâ specials to...
Postcards from Alaska: Escape Floridaâs sweltering summer for the last frontier
Central Florida Explorer Patrick Connolly left the Sunshine State to experience Alaska, a land filled with moose, bears, glaciers and mountains.
An island in the sun: Peanut Island has snorkeling, pristine beaches and overnight options
Peanut Island is an 80-acre haven for boaters, paddlers and beach enthusiasts who like to soak up sunrays or embark on a snorkeling excursion.
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Mount Doraâs CatBoat Adventure tour has guests driving a sporty two-seater boat
The CatBoat Adventures tour took us flying across Lake Dora and through the scenic Dora Canal teeming with Floridian flora and fauna.
âStarry Fightâ documentary tells âlove storyâ behind Florida van Gogh house
When Nancy Nemhauser painted her home to resemble Vincent van Gogh's "Starry Night" in 2017, it set off a legal battle that captured people's attention worldwide.
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Florida State Park Spotlight: For beach lovers, Anastasia Island is a pristine paradise
When searching for an idyllic sandy spot to spend sunny summer days at the Florida seashore, look no further than Anastasia State Park, which has four miles of unspoiled beaches...
Swim like a fish: 10 canât-miss snorkeling spots in Central Florida
Amid summer heat in the Sunshine State, here are suggestions for places to snorkel in Central Florida â from Wekiwa Springs to Rainbow Springs.
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Lighthouse superlatives: Exploring Floridaâs oldest, tallest and most haunted lights
Every Florida lighthouse has a story involving keepers, their families, pets and a lifestyle that could sometimes prove hard and solitary. Take a tour around the Sunshine State to see...
Winter Gardenâs history of citrus, railways, tractors showcased in two museums
Winter Garden visitors can explore the regionâs history at both the Winter Garden Heritage Museum and the Central Florida Railroad Museum.
A record 2.5 million Floridians will travel for Memorial Day weekend, AAA predicts
A record-setting 2.5 million Floridians will Travel for Memorial Day Weekend â 126,500 more than last year âaccording to AAA.