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Miami and Orlando may be Florida favorites, but that doesn’t mean they’re the most scenic destinations in the Sunshine State. In fact, Florida is home to numerous charming beach towns where you won’t find waves of tourists. Most of these coastal getaways and island respites have unspoiled beaches, wildlife refuges, and fresh food to savor.…
Popular among many travelers, the islands that make up the Florida Keys are known for their natural beauty and charming, eccentric atmosphere. The coast is surrounded by mangrove forests, sandbars, and offshore reefs, while the main towns of Key West, Marathon, and Key Largo are home to everything from tiki huts to lively LGBTQ+ nightlife.…
Florida’s 1,350 miles of coastline contain some of the country’s best beaches, with velvety sand, clear blue water, and ideal conditions for water sports and wildlife-spotting. However, with picture-perfect beaches comes high tourist demand, and hotel rates often reflect this — especially those at ocean-facing properties with direct beach access and water views. The good…
While many people flock to Florida for its beaches and theme parks, a good number of locals and visitors long for the quaint communities located throughout the Sunshine State. Away from the towering rides and oil-basted beaches are small towns that mix traditional Southern charm with tropical flavors and colors. These small pockets have managed…
Let’s not bury the lede: Florida ranks high when it comes to top family vacation destinations. With a variety of gorgeous beaches, warm-weather year-round, plenty of water sports, and theme parks galore, the Sunshine State has a little something to please every member in your crew. But whether you come for Mickey or Miami’s swanky…
Everyone wants the perfect wedding, and for some, that means jetting off to a picturesque location far from home. In fact, nearly 25 percent of nuptial ceremonies are destination weddings. Whether it’s an island setting amid swaying palm trees and daiquiris or the rolling countryside away from the city lights, where one gets married is…
There’s something very glamorous and carefree about island hopping. You stay just long enough to savor the very best a destination has to offer, then pop over to the next heavenly atoll in the sea. But without proper planning, bouncing around any archipelago can be exhausting — and daunting. For starters, be realistic about how…
Can you feel it? Summer’s (hopefully slow) exit has begun; cool mornings have quietly started to usher in fall as the trees lining our New York City streets begin to ever-so-slightly loosen the grip on their leaves. We love clear booze, barbecue, beach weekends, and all the summer activities that come with warmth and sunshine,…
Labor Day weekend feels like the last real weekend of summer, so we suggest celebrating with a bang. If you are still stuck on the fence on where to go, now’s the time to decide. From quick back-to-nature getaways to 24-hour party cities, we’ve got our top spots for your last long weekend of summer…
If you live in the United States and are looking for a year-round beach destination, Florida is the top pick. Since it’s as close to the Caribbean as you can get within the mainland U.S., it has similar warm weather and numerous gorgeous beaches. Plus, whether the sunny getaway is for a rowdy bachelorette party…
