“I write stories and take pictures about the natural Florida!”
Grab your flip-flops, or maybe some sturdy hiking boots, and get ready to explore the real Florida! Our state is more than theme parks—it’s a vibrant playground of stunning beaches, quirky adventures, and unforgettable natural experiences. Florida Travel and Outdoor Adventures
I’ve been traveling, writing about, and photographing Florida for nearly 30 years. Whether you’re craving relaxation, adventure, or just something new, let us guide you to the unforgettable experiences that make Florida a spectacular destination. Florida Travel and Outdoor Adventures
There was a time a little over a century ago that Tarpon Springs, Florida, was a flourishing city because of its sponge harvesting industry. In the early 1900’s 80% of the world’s sponge supply came from the warm Gulf of Mexico waters off shore from Tarpon Springs....
From a strictly touristy point of view, Cocoa Beach is “the” place to go on Central Florida’s Space Coast. Cocoa Beach is the closest beach to Orlando, only about an hour’s drive on the “Beachline” toll road. In no time at all you have your toes in the sand. Cocoa Beach is a popular day-trip for tourists at the Orlando area theme parks. What once was a mainly winter getaway, the beach town is now busy year-round. ...
The drive between Miami and Naples, Florida, is about 115 miles, and you can make the trip in a couple hours. But don’t rush things. The highway takes you through the heart of the Everglades and Big Cypress Preserve. This is a trip that offers unique and historical attractions that you want to stop and absorb. The drive is along U.S. 41, otherwise known as Tamiami Trail, and for long-time Floridians it is known as the original Alligator Alley. Much of the trip is two-lane highway with limited passing...
