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Unofficial Guide To Florida Beachside Restaurants

Posted on June 13, 2016 by floridatraveler

It’s summertime in Florida and both tourists and locals are heading to Florida’s 663 miles of beach (not shoreline – beach). Part of the sandy excursion for many adults is a stop at a restaurant on the beach for burgers, … Continue reading →

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Great Florida Restaurants In Funky Buildings

Posted on February 9, 2016 by floridatraveler

The only think I like better than going to a great restaurant is going to a great restaurant located in a restored or unique structure.  There is nothing wrong with your standard Florida restaurant architecture and I like places located … 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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Andrew Carnegie’s Florida Library Impact Is Still Being Honored

Posted on March 11, 2014 by floridatraveler

The Tampa-Hillsborough Library system is having their Centennial Celebration this year and every library has a life-sized poster of Andrew Carnegie greeting visitors. It is appropriate since two of Carnegie’s ten Florida city libraries are in Tampa. In fact, this … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas From Florida

Posted on December 24, 2013 by floridatraveler

As we leave for St. Andrews Church in downtown Tampa, my wife Barbara and I wish to say Merry Christmas to all and a safe holiday across this nation. This website likes to tell people about all things Florida so … Continue reading →

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