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10 Reasons Why Living In Florida Is The Absolute BEST – And You Should Move There

Living in Florida can really be as storybook as you imagine. From weekly visits to the nearby beach, or adventures to your local springs to swim, no matter where you live, you’ll always be close to a natural slice of paradise. But, in case you need a reminder of why life in Florida is so darn good, we have you covered. Here are some reasons why moving to Florida can help manage your stress and help you relax and enjoy the finer things in life. Plus, it can be lots of fun!

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1. Nature
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We have beautiful plants and wildlife you'd be hard-pressed to find anywhere else. Isn't this tree just begging you to climb it?
2. Fun for the kids
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In fact, the happiest place on earth.
3. And for the Grown-Ups
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Some of the happiest places for you, too. Nothing beats a tropical drink by your favorite body of water.
4. Lots of Vitamin C
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The tastiest way to get your daily vitamin C is Florida orange juice, duh!
5. And Vitamin D
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We've got you covered with lots of sunshine!
6. And Vitamin E
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Whether you like to catch it or just eat it, we have lots of fresh fish, which is super healthy!
7. It's great for growing
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Florida has the perfect climate for gardening almost year-round. With a little work, anyone can have a green thumb here.
8. Exercise is (more) fun here
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You can exercise outdoors pretty much year-round, and there's beautiful scenery to keep you going. (Way better than the boring old gym!)
9. You don't have to hunt for a bargain
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There are almost always yard sales every weekend here, maybe because of our great weather.
10. Amazing Beaches
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This one's a no-brainer. Who doesn't love the beach?

So now you know, living in Florida cannot be topped, right? There are a lot more reasons Florida is awesome, so make sure to shout out your favorites in the comments section.

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September 22, 2021
Marisa Roman

What are the worst things about living in Florida?

We’ve already discussed all of the best and most relatable things about Florida, but how about the worst things about living here? Even in a state as close to paradise as Florida, there are some disheartening things that come along with living here. For instance, Florida has the highest number of shark attacks in the country. In addition, Florida is the lightning capital of the United States, although, much of the lightning ends up being beautiful when seen streaking across the sky. Of course, you can’t forget about the number of hurricanes we can potentially have here each year.

How has Florida changed over the years?

One of the best parts about growing up in Florida is understanding how life has changed here over time. Florida is such a historic place with so many opportunities to learn about how the state came to be and how it’s been shaped over the years. But if you really want to take a trip back in time, check out these photos taken in Florida from over 100 years ago. These photos show a glimpse of what life was like over a century ago.

Where is the best place to live in Florida?

If you ask pretty much anyone about life in Florida, they usually say that the town they live in is the absolute best. But, we like to look at the facts first. Every year, Niche releases their “best of” list for which cities, towns, and neighborhoods are best for families in Florida and there may be surprises you didn’t expect. For instance, Nocatee, Florida came in as #1 thanks to the master-planned community and safety statistics. Take a look at the rest of the list of best places to live in Florida and see if your town made it.