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Florida Travel

We live in Florida and love it here. The politics are absolutely messed up and do NOT reflect the majority of Florida, but the state itself and most of its people are amazing. We’ve got everything from perfect beaches to the oldest history in the USA relating to settlement by Western countries (the Spanish). From the oldest city in the USA to Disney World, you’re visiting Florida for them.

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We spent a lot of our year traveling around Florida. We’ve been to every National Park here and most of the National Monuments:

  • Everglades National Park
  • Dry Tortugas National Park
  • Big Cypress National Preserve
  • Biscayne National Park
  • Castillo de San Marcos National Monument
  • Fort Matanzas National Monument
  • Fort DeSoto National Monument
  • Fort Caroline and Timucuan Preserve National Monument

Florida travel is diverse just like the people. If you’re looking for Florida road trip plans, we have those too, by region or around the whole state.

I think it’s safe to say that most people planning a trip to Florida are coming here for Walt Disney World or Universal Orlando. Both of these theme park complexes are so much fun and really are their own vacation, but you can always add a more mellow, natural element by leaving the resort areas and exploring Florida a bit.

One last this to say about visiting Florida: our state parks are amazing! Whether it’s a dreamy beach day at Honeymoon Island State Park or paddling with manatees at Silver Springs State Park, you’ll find unbelievable adventures all around the state.

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Posted inFlorida Keys Florida Travel Southeastern US

Review of Hotel Laureate Key West: Family Suites in the Florida Keys

Review of the Laureate Key West, an all-suites hotel. In a great location that's NOT downtown, the Laureate is perfect for families with plenty of space and hotel amenities, directly across from the turquoise waters of the Florida Keys.
Taylor Family with Undersea Mural Artist Yoslan O'farrill Marathon Key Florida Keys 2020 1
Posted inFlorida Keys Florida Travel Southeastern US

Florida Keys Road Trip: Stunning And Affordable Things To Do

Florida Keys road trip plan for the Miami to Key West drive. Best things to do, road side stops and epic nature to explore through the Florida Keys. Restaurants, tours and free things to do with kids.
Taylor Family in Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground Cabin Disney World Orlando 5
Posted inDisney Travel Florida Travel Southeastern US

Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground: the BEST Family Disney World Choice

Disney's Fort Wilderness Resort and Campground is the most fun and unusual accommodations at Disney World. See what to do, where to dine and camping options at Disney World.
Finding Nemo buildings at Art of Animation Resort Walt Disney World Orlando Florida 1
Posted inDisney Travel Florida Travel Southeastern US

Disney’s Art of Animation Resort: Top Pick for Value Level Resort

Review of Disney's Art of Animation Resort includes Cars, Lion King, Finding Nemo and Little Mermaid themed suites and rooms. A fun family hotel, Art of Animation is a Value Level Walt Disney World resort and is ideal for families visiting on a budget (or not).
Giraffe on Savannah by Jambo House Lobby Animal Kingdom Lodge Walt Disney World Orlando 2
Posted inDisney Travel Florida Travel Southeastern US

Review of Disney’s Animal Kingdom Lodge: It’s Pretty Magical

Staying at Disney's Animal Kingdom Lodge is a unique experience at Walt Disney World and one to add to your bucket list. Review of the Lodge, tips for booking, and everything you need to know about staying near Animal Kingdom.
Taylor Family at Bahia Honda Bridge Tidepools Florida Keys 2021 1
Posted inFlorida Keys Florida Travel Southeastern US

Florida Keys on a Budget: Best Affordable Tropical Fun

The Florida Keys on a budget: it's doable. Affordable Florida Keys activities, awesome dining on a budget, and tips for cheap places to stay in the Keys. Everything you need to know to plan and book a budget-friendly Florida Keys vacation.
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Posted inDisney Travel Florida Travel Southeastern US

Disney’s Animal Kingdom itinerary: one day of awesome Disney World adventures

This Disney's Animal Kingdom itinerary one day plan is full of tips for dining, best safari times, guide to Pandora and which shows are best to save time and cool off. Have the best visit to Animal Kingdom with minimal stress.
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Posted inDisney Travel Florida Travel Podcasts

Is Disney World All It’s Cracked Up To Be? – Best Attractions & Dining In Each Park

The best attractions in each Walt Disney World Park and top dining pick for each park too. The most worthwhile or that you just can't miss, rides and restaurants to plan for at Disney World.
Taylor Family at Fort Jefferson Dry Tortugas National Park Key West Florida Keys 2020 24
Posted inFlorida Keys Florida Travel National Parks

Dry Tortugas NP: How to Visit This Beautiful Florida Treasure

Dry Tortugas is one of the least visited National Parks in the USA. Everything you need to know for the ferry to Fort Jefferson, seaplane to Dry Tortugas, camping and visiting from Key West. Best of the Florida Keys.
Taylor Family in Hogsmeade Wizarding World of Harry Potter Universal Orlando 2020 1
Posted inFlorida Travel Southeastern US Universal Parks

UPDATE: COVID & Universal Orlando: Stay Protected, Big Fun with Fewer People

After visiting Disney World during COVID-19 and seeing how amazingly they handled things, from sanitation to social distancing, we decided to see how well Universal Orlando Resort did. Truth be…
Manatee Swimming in Crystal River Florida 3
Posted inFlorida Travel Southeastern US

Swim With Manatees At Crystal River: A Unique Florida Wildlife Adventure

Swimming with manatees at Crystal River, Florida is a once in a lifetime adventure. One of the few places you can swim with manatees, it's unique and amazing with the family.
Manatee surfacing between paddleboards Blue Spring State Park Florida
Posted inFlorida Travel Paddling: Kayaking, SUP, Canoe & Rafting Travel Southeastern US

Best Florida Springs For Manatees And Unbelievably Clear Water

Florida gets a bad rap for a lot of things, but something it's winning at and can't be beat by any other state are its natural springs. Florida springs can…
Taylor Family on Butler Beach Saint Augustine Florida 1
Posted inFlorida Travel Podcasts Southeastern US

St Augustine Beaches: Best Sights, Exciting Fun & Food

One of the best things about living in North Florida is how great St Augustine beaches are. From shark tooth hunting to enjoying great food in the beach neighborhoods, St Augustine beaches make for the perfect Florida vacation getaway.
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Posted inFlorida Travel Podcasts Southeastern US

Best of Downtown St Augustine: Everything You Need To Know

We love sharing our hometown of St Augustine, Florida with visitors. We've chosen our favorite things to do downtown St Augustine, as well as our top restaurant picks to make an easy, fun guide to plan a visit to the Ancient City.
Sunset and Bioluminescence on Mosquito Lagoon Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge Titusville Florida 2020 1
Posted inFlorida Travel Paddling: Kayaking, SUP, Canoe & Rafting Travel Southeastern US

Bioluminescent Kayaking: Florida’s best kept (odd) thrilling magical secret

One of the magical phenomena of the earth is bioluminescence. It’s found in the deepest parts of the ocean and it’s found in caves. And in Florida you can actually…
Christmas lights in Plaza at Nights of Lights St Augustine FL 4
Posted inFlorida Travel Southeastern US

Where to stay in St Augustine: Best Hotels, Unusual Inns and Fantastic Vacation Rentals

Top picks for hotels, interesting inns, vacation rentals and more in St Augustine. Bed and Breakfasts in the historic downtown or beach bungalows off the beaten path, family friendly or romantic getaway options in North Florida.
Footbridge at Silver Springs State Park Ocala National Forest Florida 2021 1
Posted inFlorida Travel Podcasts Southeastern US

Best Florida Springs That Your Kids Will Rave About

Florida's freshwater springs are relatively unknown and easy to visit. Our top picks for beautiful swimming spots and the best wildlife viewing in Florida.
Key Lime Pie at Half Shell Raw Bar Key West Florida Keys 2020 2
Posted inFlorida Keys Florida Travel Southeastern US

Best Killer Key Lime Pie (and cocktails) to Love In Key West And The Florida Keys

The best key lime pie in Key West and the Florida Keys is worth finding. From pie slices to key lime cocktails, key lime pie on a stick to the history of key lime pie, this is the guide to answer all your questions.
Ani Tuna Tacos at Mango Mangos St Augustine Beach FL 1
Posted inFlorida Travel Southeastern US

Best St Augustine Restaurants: from seafood to Minorcan eats

It's rare that we share much that really focuses on food, but there are a few cities that really do require it. Buena Park dining totally shocked us, and then…
Rob Taylor and Friend at Universal Cabana Bay Resort Orlando 4
Posted inFlorida Travel Southeastern US Universal Parks

Relaxing around Universal Orlando Resort

Hooray! We get to be a part of the Universal Orlando Resort Blog Squad! This is going to be a crazy and fun experience. What does this mean? It means…
Fort Matanzas National Monument from SUP on River 2020 1
Posted inFlorida Travel National Parks Southeastern US

Is Fort Matanzas National Monument Worth Visiting? YES! See why…

Fort Matanzas National Monument is an ideal day trip from St Augustine. See how to visit and what to day at this overlooked but MUST-SEE sight.
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Posted inFlorida Travel Parenting Southeastern US

Staying fit at Universal Orlando Resort: easy ways to make healthy choices

I always think about the sweets and decadent food choices when we start talking about out next vacation, and particularly when we know we’re heading back to Universal Orlando Resort.…
Hogwarts at Night Wizarding World of Harry Potter Islands of Adventure Universal Orlando 9
Posted inFlorida Travel Southeastern US Universal Parks

Universal Orlando with Small Kids: how to make sure everyone has a blast

We’ve been really fortunate to get to partner with the Universal Orlando Resort this year. With so many fun trips to Orlando, it's given us loads of insight into how…
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Posted inFlorida Travel Southeastern US

Ecotours in Florida: making a difference by playing tourist

One of the primary reasons we travel with our kids and show them as much of the world as we can is because we want them to grow up to…
Egrets on Pier at Fort De Soto Park Pinellas County Florida 2
Posted inFlorida Travel Southeastern US

The best of Florida camping: Fort De Soto and its beauty

By now you know that we’re head over heals in love with Florida (#LoveFL).  St Augustine caught us with its charm and history.  The Everglades stole our hearts with the…
Taylor Family Matanzas River kayaking Ripple Effect Ecotours St Augustine 4
Posted inFlorida Travel Southeastern US

Outdoor activities around St Augustine: nature on Florida’s historic coast

We are so fortunate!  We’ve gotten to visit St Augustine and Florida’s Historic Coast a few times now and each time we love it more and more.  On this most…
Rob Taylor feet at Jacksonville Beach Florida 1
Posted inFlorida Travel Southeastern US

Jacksonville Solo Travel: relax in Jax

One of the best family travel trips we’ve done was our visit to Jacksonville Beach and St Augustine.  Experiencing Florida’s Historic Coast with the kids was so much fun and…
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Posted inFlorida Travel Georgia Parenting

Family Travel in the South…as an LGBT family

Originally written for GaysWithKids.com When people ask us where our favorite places to return to for family travel are, we’re pretty quick with our answers:  Cabo San Lucas, Disneyland, Georgia/Florida……
Sunrise Boardwalk Casa Marina Jax 1
Posted inFlorida Travel Southeastern US

5 Reasons We’re in Love with Jacksonville Beach

Our family is all about the beach and you know we #LoveFL.  At home, we live across the street from the beach.  We go on weekend trips to the beach.…
LittleMan on Alligator at St Augustine Alligator Farm 1
Posted inFlorida Travel Southeastern US

Complete Review of the Saint Augustine Alligator Farm (and tips for visiting!)

Beyond pirates and forts in Saint Augustine, we are always excited to experience alligators in Florida.  Alligators are our families favorite animal…next to sharks and manatees.  When we found out…

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