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FLORIDA CREATURES Friend or Foe? 

Posted on March 15, 2023 by floridatraveler

PART ONE: In the Waters of Florida With so many people moving into Florida from large Northern cities, I am often asked questions about the wildlife of Florida and whether they will encounter dangerous situations in their new surroundings.  I … Continue reading →

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The Dumbest Things People Say About Hurricanes

Posted on July 5, 2021 by floridatraveler

Well, hurricane season came early this year to Florida.  As I sit in my home office gathering information to see how close Elsa comes to Tampa Bay, I have a lot of images of past storms flash into my mind. … Continue reading →

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Florida’s Best County Parks Provide Spectacular Experiences

Posted on January 5, 2019 by floridatraveler

Florida has 175 state parks covering some 800,000 acres as well as the famous Everglades National Park and Ocala National Forest. Yet most visitors, few snow birds, and all too many residents have visited very few county parks.  Since most … Continue reading →

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New Things For Florida Tourists and Vacationeers To See In 2019

Posted on December 25, 2018 by floridatraveler

This is the time of the year when individuals around the nation make New Year’s Resolutions and also the time Florida Chamber of Commerces start promoting what new things are coming up in the New Year. For Florida’s all-important tourist … Continue reading →

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The Perfect Trip To Boost Christmas Spirit: Bok Tower and Gardens

Posted on December 14, 2018 by floridatraveler

The Christmas season can be a time of nervous energy and open tension.  It is a time when if you live in Florida, you may get a lot of visitors, both families and friends. It is also a time when … Continue reading →

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Best Florida Sporting Events of Winter 2019

Posted on December 8, 2018 by floridatraveler

This is the time of time where people are looking at future calendars for vacation plans, trips around Florida, and events they want to attend.  As a sports editor, my father took paid close attention when major “must-see” events were … Continue reading →

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Florida’s Waterside Entertainment Malls Are A Tourist Plus

Posted on November 28, 2018 by floridatraveler

A lot of Florida cities take advantage of both the climate and the location on the water of the ocean or a bay.   The creation of waterside entertainment centers give locals and visitors the option to dine, to shop, to … Continue reading →

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My Favorite Florida Holiday Events and Celebrations

Posted on November 19, 2018 by floridatraveler

The Christmas holiday season is already opening in Florida at the same time the snowbirds and robins are arriving in the state.  Some of the events are very commercial while others are delightful and many have become traditional. Here are … Continue reading →

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Florida’s Favorite Foods: Worth A Visit

Posted on November 13, 2018 by floridatraveler

When people like of Florida, they probably think of oranges and seafood. Our OJ is mainly produced for juice as opposed to California’s whole oranges, but our 1,350 miles of coastline means the Sunshine State is “swimming” in saltwater gourmet.  … Continue reading →

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Florida “Under The Sea” Is A Vacation Experience

Posted on October 27, 2018 by floridatraveler

Underwater Vehicles in Florida Due to the sensitivity and depth of Florida’s reefs and poor visibility in most coastal area, Florida does not have the underwater submarine tours found in the Hawaiian Islands and in Catalina Island, California. Florida is … Continue reading →

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