Florida stands out as a powerhouse in the world of professional sports. The Sunshine State boasts an impressive array of teams across multiple leagues, offering fans year-round excitement and competition. Florida is home to three NFL teams, two MLB teams, two NBA teams, two NHL teams, and two MLS teams, along with numerous minor league…
According to the Florida Department of Environmental Protection, the state of Florida is home to over 175 state parks, trails and historic sites making it one of the largest park systems in the country. The state is a four-time winner of the “Gold Medal” award for the nation’s best park system. Florida State Parks consist of…
While The Walt Disney World Resort is know for it’s world renowned theme parks and resort hotels, they have not forgotten about those who enjoy a more sporting vacation and that includes the game of golf. The best part of golf in central Florida is the weather as is perfect to play on a year…
Caves in Florida offer a unique glimpse into a subterranean world that many might not associate with the Sunshine State. From the intricate limestone formations at Florida Caverns State Park to the mystical underwater caves, these natural wonders present a side of Florida that goes beyond its sandy beaches and theme parks. Visitors can embark…
St. Marks Lighthouse and National Wildlife Refuge is a must-visit destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Established in 1931, the refuge spans over 83,000 acres in Wakulla, Jefferson, and Taylor counties and offers a diverse range of habitats, including salt marshes, tidal flats, and freshwater pools. The refuge is home to a variety of wildlife, including migratory…
The Palm Beach Par 3 Golf Course is one of the finest short courses within the State of Florida. Situated on 39-acres in the Town of Palm Beach between the Atlantic Ocean and the Intracoastal Waterway, this amazing course originally opened in 1961 as a private club. The Town of Palm Beach purchased the course in 1973…
At more than 1.5 million acres in size, Everglades National Park is the largest subtropical wilderness in the United States. Located at the southernmost tip of the Florida mainland, the park encompasses parts of Miami-Dade, Monroe and Collier counties. It is the largest wilderness of any kind east of the Mississippi River and the third-largest national park…
If you and your family are spending a week or more at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, you just might not want to spend every day fighting the crowds at one of the resort’s theme parks. While many of the Orlando area resort hotels have great amenities including on-site resort pools (and even waterparks)…