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5 Best Natural Springs in Florida to Visit This Summer

Whether you’re looking for springs for swimming in Florida, camping, hiking, canoeing, kayaking, tubing, scuba diving or even swimming with mermaids and manatees, natural freshwater springs in Florida are a beloved family outing and definitely worth the drive. While Florida … Read more

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Rediscover Yourself in Southwest Florida

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades – Florida’s Paradise Coast for IZEA Worldwide. All opinions are 100% mine. Are you sick of winter yet? For most of us, there … Read more

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Benefits of Buying a Condo in Florida

When you are looking for a new home for you and your family to reside, one of the first questions that you may want to ask is, where should the family move? The answer to this question will help you … Read more

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5 of Florida’s Best Beach Towns

Florida is home to some of America’s finest beaches with pristine white sands and warm currents along the gulf that draw millions of visitors each year. But if its beaches are what attract visitors, it’s the surrounding amenities that make … Read more

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Things to Do in Gulf County Florida

This post brought to you by Visit Gulf County. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Surf and Sunshine. When our family moved from Michigan to Florida at the beginning of this year we couldn’t have been more … Read more

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Ways to Unplug in Gulf County, Florida

This post brought to you by Gulf County, Florida. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Surf and Sunshine. The other night, I went to bed with such an unbearable migraine, I actually thought I might need to … Read more

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Sunrise Above Florida: Hot Air Balloon Adventures

My motto for vacations has always been, if you’re going to do something: go big. It’s not everyday that you can enjoy time away from work, kids, and everyday life, so when the opportunity presents itself, I’m all for enjoying … Read more

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Adopt a Sea Turtle When You Visit Florida

The Turtle Hospital of Marathon, Florida opened its doors in 1986 with the goal of rehabilitating injured sea turtles and returning them to their natural habitat. In addition to spreading awareness, educating the public, conducting research and passing legislation to support … Read more

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5 of the Best Beaches in Florida

Known as the “Sunshine State,” Florida is America’s playground. There are many fantastic attractions in Central Florida that draw huge crowds, but it’s the beautiful beaches that are the state’s star attractions. With over 1200 miles of coastline, the beaches … Read more

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Explore the Everglades with Wild Florida

The great outdoors in Florida can be a little scary, between the alligators, super sized snakes, and the humongous mosquitoes. So, when you’re ready to explore the Everglades, its better to turn to an expert for wild florida airboat rides … Read more