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One of four flamingos I saw at Fort De Soto Park in St. Petersburg, Fla, Sept. 3, 2023.

Caught Up in Hurricane Idalia’s Florida Flamingo Frenzy

If there’s a silver lining, or pink feathery fringe, to a storm, it’s the presence of wild flamingos in Florida, and I set out to find some.

A mermaid performs at Mertailor's Mermaid Aquarium Encounter in Lecanto, Fla.

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When Your Crystal River Kayaking Trip is Rained Out, Head to the Mertailor’s Mermaid Aquarium Encounter

What happens when your Crystal River kayaking trip is rained out? As I learned, “seas” the day and head to the Mertailor’s Mermaid Aquarium Encounter in Lecanto, Fla.

One of the resident wolves at Shy Wolf Sanctuary in Naples, Fla., April 24, 2022.

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Florida Travel: Meditate with Wolves at Shy Wolf Sanctuary in Naples

Wolves and Florida seem like an unlikely pair but in Naples, there’s a special sanctuary for wolves and wolfdogs. In addition to touring the facility and learning more about the residents, meditation sessions are sometimes available at Shy Wolf Sanctuary.

Daniel Lind-Ramos, sculptures made with debris caused by Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico, Sept. 2017

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6 Ways to Visit Florida Museums and Parks Free in Summer 2022

With rising gas prices and inflation, you’re probably wondering if you can enjoy a summer vacation. Here are six ways to visit Florida museums and parks free in Summer 2022.

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Want to See a Mess? Visit Iguanaland Reptile Zoo in Punta Gorda, Fla.

Iguanaland in Punta Gorda is one of Florida’s newest attractions and along with a variety of iguana species, the zoo features dozens and dozens of other reptile species.

That's me in Dames Cave in Citrus County, Fla., Oct. 2021.

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A Look Inside Dames Cave Near Brooksville, Florida

Do you know Florida has caves? Here’s a look inside Dames Cave near Brooksville.

Amish Hats from Various States on Display at the Carlisle Hotel in Sarasota, Fla., Dec. 2021.

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Things to do in Sarasota: The Amish Experience Tour

Sarasota is home to a unique culture for Florida. Within the Pinecraft neighborhood is an Amish community. Discover Sarasota Tours offers a look into the Amish experience.

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Florida Travel: Historic Cortez Fishing Village is Rich in Maritime Culture

Cortez Village is one of Florida’s last commercial fishing communities. Spend the day and experience its rich maritime history.

A Strangler Fig Embraces a Tree Along the Big Cypress Bend Boardwalk in Fakahatchee Strand Preserve State Park, Fla.

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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.

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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.