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You Can Explore This Coastal Florida City Entirely on Foot—and It’s Stunning

Florida's Southernmost city, Key West, may also be its most walkable destination.

by Mariana Zapata Herrera
on Jun 3
Walkable street in Key West
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One of Florida’s Quirkiest Towns Is Still Flying Under the Radar

by Mariana Zapata Herrera
on May 22
A group of surf boards lay on the sand at New Smyrna Beach, Florida
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Between St. Augustine and Daytona Beach Is an Underrated State Park

by Beth Copenhaver
on Apr 25
A live oak tree surrounded by beautiful gardens and other grees in Florida.
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This Little-Known Waterfront Town Is One of the Most Charming in Florida

by Molly Harris
on Apr 17
Beachfront on Amelia Island, Florida
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This Tiny Police Station in Florida Is One of the Best Road Trip Stops You’ve Never Considered

by Beth Copenhaver
on Mar 19
World's Smallest Police Station, which is a phone booth on a roadside in Florida

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I Almost Skipped Pensacola—But This Historic Florida City Completely Surprised Me

I came for the beaches—but found a side of Pensacola most travelers completely miss.

by Marisa Roman
on Mar 17
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Small Towns

The Charming Florida Town Locals Hope Stays Off Tourists’ Radar

Located on scenic Gasparilla Island, Boca Grande, Florida, remains one of the state’s most relaxing coastal escapes for travelers hoping to avoid the crowds.

by Megan Todaro
on Mar 14
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Why Travelers Are Falling for This Small Historic Town in Florida

If you’re yearning for a waterfront getaway without the crowds, then you'll love this small historic town in Florida.

by Jackie Sutherlin
on Mar 14
A drone view of Cedar Key, Florida.
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Key West Is a Literary Pilgrimage for Fans of Hemingway

The famed author left a permanent mark on the southern Florida city he called home for a decade.

by Mariana Zapata Herrera
on Mar 13
Exterior of Hemingway's home in Key West
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Experience ‘Old Florida’ on Cabbage Key, a Tiny Island Only Accessible by Boat

This 100-acre Gulf island has no roads or vehicles, a family-run inn, roaming tortoises, and one famously paradise-like dollar bill-covered bar.

by Taryn Shorr-Mckee
on Mar 3
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The 4 Most Colorful Places You Can Find in Florida

The Sunshine State is full of bright, tropical colors that match its year-round sunny weather.

by Mariana Zapata Herrera
on Feb 24
Colorful houses in Naples, Florida
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Small Towns

4 Small Towns in Florida So Dreamy, You’ll Swear You’ve Seen Them on TV

These gorgeous Florida small towns feel like they belong on TV.

by Mariana Zapata Herrera
on Jan 13
Pristine spring in central Florida
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Orlando Day 3: Off-Roading, Clermont Catboat Cruising, and a Comic Book Inspired Pho Shop

Check out Orlando’s unexpected side, moving beyond theme parks into muddy trails, open water adventures, and immersive food and resort experiences that redefine what a day in Central Florida can look like.

by Marisa Roman
on Jan 9
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4 Spots in Florida We’re Especially Thankful for This Year

Ride rollercoasters, visit your favorite characters, and explore new worlds at these Florida theme park spots that we are so thankful for.

by Caroline Stratos
on Nov 19
A pink Tower of Terror attraction looming in the evening time amidst palm trees.
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Day Trips

Orlando Day 2: Death Row Pancakes, the Magic of Mr. Rogers, and Some Filipino Soul Food

Join States of Discovery as we journey through Orlando’s neighborhoods — from the soulful kitchens of the Milk District to the artistic streets of Winter Park — meeting the chefs, curators, and creators redefining the city one spot at a time.

by Marisa Roman
on Nov 11
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