Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park: Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk
Reading inspires adventure. After reading “The Orchid Thief” by Susan Orlean earlier this year, visiting Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park became a priority. I finally stepped foot in Florida’s largest state park and soon realized, I’ll need to make a return visit or two.
What’s New in Florida Travel for 2021: Adventure Trails
As the coronavirus pandemic swept into the Sunshine State and country, you may have missed the announcement of some adventure trails launched in 2020 and 2021. Five destinations with trails are uniquely Florida. They all are fun to follow and offer a new way to discover a slice of Florida.
Earning My Floridian Cred by Canoeing the Peace River Hunting for Fossils
Paddling the Peace River is something you must do to be considered a true Floridian. Even us Yankees who relocated to the Sunshine State can earn our Florida cred by paddling a portion (or all) 106 miles of the Peace from Polk County in Central Florida to Charlotte Harbor in Southwest Florida. Here’s a confession, up until March, I have never paddled the Peace River.
This Sweet Florida Glamping Spot Has Donkeys!
I love camping but I’m at the age where hotel camping is more my speed. Needing to reconnect with nature and center my soul, I used HipCamp to find a sweet Florida glamping spot near Jacksonville called the Good Karma HoneyBee Bnb.
Tips for Planning a Shelling Vacation in Southwest Florida
Interested in planning a shelling vacation in Southwest Florida? Following is a response I provided a reader looking for advice on planning her shelling vacation.
Where to Eat in Punta Gorda: Peace River Beer Company
Wondering where to eat in Punta Gorda, Florida? Give the Thai dishes at Peace River Beer Company a try!
10 Reasons to Love Highlands Hammock State Park in Sebring, Florida
Lush, dense forests, ancient oak trees, boardwalk trails, and history are some of the reasons to visit Highlands Hammock State Park. Here’s what I love about this Sebring park.
Get Outside and Get Treasure Hunting!
Discovering treasure hunting during the pandemic has been a bright spot It’s a way of getting outside, keeping my body and mind active, staying safe by socially distancing from others, and discovering new places, whether in my neighborhood or another state.
Here’s How to Legally Step Foot on Cuban Soil Without Leaving Florida
There’s a small plot of land in Tampa’s Ybor City neighborhood owned by the Cuban government. Yes, seriously. I mean, it’s Florida so anything’s really possible.
Things to do in Southwest Florida with Visiting Friends & Family: Janet’s Itinerary
Do you live in Southwest Florida and looking for things to do with visiting friends or family? Here’s an itinerary for my friend Janet’s Feb. 2020 visit which includes activities in Sarasota, Punta Gorda, Englewood and North Fort Myers.
Best Shelling Experience in Southwest Florida: Treasure Seekers Shell Tours
Shell, yeah! I had the best shelling experience in Southwest Florida earlier this year and it was with Treasure Seekers Shell Tours in the Ten Thousand Islands.
Shoot Like A Girl® Free Archery and Firearms Experience at Bass Pro Shops® in Fort Myers, FL, Feb. 6 & 7, 2021
The Shoot Like A Girl Home of the Brave Tour is making its first scheduled stop of the year at Bass Pro Shops in Fort Myers, Florida for a free interactive event.
Celebrate Self-Love with Norman Love’s 2021 Valentine’s Day Collection of Chocolates
My word for 2021 is “self-love” and I’ll be celebrating February with Norman Love’s 2021 Valentine’s Day Collection of chocolates.
Spa Day at Myakka Elephant Ranch in Florida
A spa day is the perfect way to celebrate a birthday and I arranged an indulgent encounter for a friend at one of the most unique spots in Florida, Myakka Elephant Ranch
Hello Reel Talk Radio Listeners!
If you found me from my appearance on Reel Talk Radio hosted by Capt. Debbie Hanson, hello and welcome! Following are links making solo travel and outdoor adventures easier and topics we discuss on the show.
Meet Solo Travel Girl
I’m Solo Travel Girl, just your average 50-something-year-old gal who travels solo. 
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