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Florida: The Reenactment of America’s Longest and Most Costly War

Posted on December 7, 2016 by floridatraveler

This time of year dozens of Floridians and volunteers from across the nation dress up as United States Enlisted Soldiers to reenact the longest and most costly (in today’s money) war in American history. It is the Seminole Indian Wars, … Continue reading →

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Saint Augustine 1565: The First Thanksgiving

Posted on November 22, 2016 by floridatraveler

For a person who grew up in Massachusetts and whose grandfather was a proud ancestor of the Howland family of Mayflower fame, it is hard to accept the fact that the first Thanksgiving took place in September of 1565 and … Continue reading →

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Florida’s Famous Mansions Are Open To Visit

Posted on November 8, 2016 by floridatraveler

Whenever my wife and I vacation in North Carolina, we have to stay at the incredible Biltmore complex, the largest private house in the United States.  I’m not certain I would want to reside in a place with 43 bathrooms … Continue reading →

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Floridians – Who Are We ?

Posted on October 25, 2016 by floridatraveler

When you live in Florida, you seem, as a recent Sonic ad noted, to be another world.  We are in the South, but we are not Southerners.  Just ask a guy in Alabama or Georgia  if you don’t believe that … Continue reading →

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Florida’s Lesser Known Museums Are Hidden Gems

Posted on October 12, 2016 by floridatraveler

The other week my wife and I visited the fabulous Ringling Museums in Sarasota.  It was Smithsonian Museum freebie day and the 44 acre property was so jammed with people, we paid for a special tour just to get into … Continue reading →

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Floridians Are Full Of False Advice On Hurricanes

Posted on October 4, 2016 by floridatraveler

Another hurricane is heading toward the Florida East Coast.  Historically October is Florida’s worse hurricane month and the Fall months far surpass the Summer for serious hurricanes. It was 2004 when Florida got nailed by four big hurricanes, but myths … Continue reading →

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September in Florida Still Means Big Events

Posted on August 29, 2016 by floridatraveler

Labor Day may mean the end of summer in Florida, but it doesn’t mean Florida towns will wait for the snowbirds and big cash tourists to return in winter.  September is a good time in Florida.  With school back everywhere, … Continue reading →

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Seven Women Who Changed Florida History

Posted on August 23, 2016 by floridatraveler

One hundred years ago Florida was the only state in the South with less than one million residents, but things would soon change in every aspect of society in Florida.  Many people played major roles in Florida history – here … Continue reading →

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The Story of Florida Starts With Two Myths

Posted on August 9, 2016 by floridatraveler

The first thing any Florida school child learns about their home state is probably:  While searching for the Fountain of Youth, Ponce de Leon discovered Florida. That’s not just a myth.  It is a Double Myth!  Here is the real … Continue reading →

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Florida’s Pirate Legacy: Myth or Reality?

Posted on July 26, 2016 by floridatraveler

Being next to the Great Spanish Gold Fleet routes and the tropical waters of the Caribbean, Floridians love their stories of pirates and buried treasure as much as any region of the United States.  No less than 17 cities celebrate … Continue reading →

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