Category Archives: florida history

Tampa Bay and Los Angeles: Two Different Worlds

Posted on August 18, 2015 by floridatraveler

Just got back from Los Angeles where my wife and I visited our daughter.  Whenever people recognize you’re from Florida – must have been my Amelia Island sun cap – Californians want to ask what’s different or better about the … Continue reading →

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Florida’s Grande Dame Hotels Are Holding Their Own

Posted on August 10, 2015 by floridatraveler

While the latest high-rise hotels in Miami and Orlando seem to be getting all the recent headlines, Florida’s great Victorian and 1920’s resorts are still garnering the great reviews, the support of loyal visitors, and something new places can’t provide: an … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Laid Back Florida Islands

Posted on August 3, 2015 by floridatraveler

There are 4,510 islands over ten acres in the State of Florida.  Some of them are famous for their social life (Miami Beach, Daytona). Others for best for adults (Key West), for collegians (Penama City Beach) or for families (Clearwater … Continue reading →

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Florida Is The Home To Some Unexpected Museums

Posted on July 28, 2015 by floridatraveler

When people think of Florida attractions, they think of amusement parks, alligator farms, aquariums, and the local history and art museums.   Yet Florida has dozens of lesser known museums, some of them quite unexpected. Downtown Saint Petersburg is the … Continue reading →

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The Best Florida Literary Landmarks To Visit

Posted on July 21, 2015 by floridatraveler

Visiting the homes of famous people can give you an insight into what inspired their creativity and success.   This is certainly true about Florida-based writers. The greatest attraction is Cross Creek, the rustic farm cottage where Marjorie  Kinnan Rawlings … Continue reading →

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Florida’s Outdoor Building Murals Have Become Big Attractions

Posted on July 13, 2015 by floridatraveler

More and more Florida towns and cities of all sizes are recognizing that giant building murals not only can become attractions even in the least attractive areas of town, they also teach locals and visitors about the history and people … Continue reading →

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Most Romantic Things To Do At Walt Disney World

Posted on July 6, 2015 by floridatraveler

It’s quite difficult to get to be very romantic  when every inch of the World seems packed with camera-toting tourists accompanied by screaming, crying kids.  I’m not a big fan of crowds so I am leaving out parades, special events … Continue reading →

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The Dickman Family of Ruskin

Posted on June 29, 2015 by floridatraveler

I just recently refinanced two houses in Tampa and I noticed that the real estate growth in Florida, particularly in upscale properties, is still going strong.  Downsizing is also on the rise and I noticed several estates up for sale … Continue reading →

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Florida In Summer Means More “Springs” Days

Posted on June 22, 2015 by floridatraveler

It’s summertime in Florida and millions are speeding  to the Sunshine State’s 663 miles of real beaches to escape the heat and humidity.  This makes sense since no place in Florida is more than an hour and a half drive to … Continue reading →

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Less Crowded, Less Expensive Summer Beach Alternatives

Posted on June 15, 2015 by floridatraveler

Summer is beach time in the Sunshine State for Floridians, but not only are as many tourists now coming to Florida in summer as in winter, there is a higher percentage arriving by automobile. If your pocketbook is a little low … Continue reading →

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