Now that the warmer weather is here, why not take some time to explore the beautiful state of Florida by taking your friends and family to explore the Florida wilderness? Florida has a wide variety of trails that range in difficulty, length, and terrain. There are so many to choose from, so I would definitely […]
Gasparilla: Tampa’s Mardi Gras
The Gasparilla Pirate Festival is a unique Tampa tradition. It takes place annually on the third Saturday in January and includes over a month’s worth of pirate-themed activities. It’s best known for the Gasparilla Parade. This local festival is named after Jose Gaspar, a mythical Spanish pirate. The festivities begin with an “invasion” of Tampa […]
The 7 Best Places For Fishing In Florida
Florida having the Atlantic Ocean on the East, the Gulf of Mexico on the West plus hundreds of lakes and rivers, it is no wonder that there are so many different locations for you to catch some large game fish. With so many different locations, were going to narrow it down for you and give […]
Top 3 Biker Events in Florida
The Sunshine State is one of the places in the U.S. that motorcycle riding can be nearly a year round activity. Only the rainiest months will deter the avid rider, and with proper riding gear even Northern Florida can be explored by bike in the winter months of the year. Here we take a look […]
The 3 Best Trails For Bike Riding In Florida
It’s hard to choose one single part of Florida, but a strong contender for the award goes to the versatility of the terrain. Whether you love the beaches or the forests, Florida pretty much has it all, and that means no matter what your interests are, you can find a place in Florida to do […]
Where to Go Freshwater Fishing in Florida
Florida is a popular tourist destination best known for its beaches and amusement parks. In case there was not enough of a reason for you to visit Florida already, it also has some of the best freshwater fishing locations in the country. Whether you are visiting for a week or a full time resident you […]
My 3 Favorite Snorkel Spots in the Florida Keys
The Florida keys being surrounded by tropical waters are not just for fishing, boating and jet skiing. The Keys have some world class snorkeling and scuba diving. John Pennekamp State Park is perhaps the best known and located in Key Largo. Its over 70 square miles and was the first underwater park in the United […]
Top 3 Florida Bicycling Routes
Florida being one of the most scenic states in the country, it should be no surprise there are some excellent biking trails and routes. If you want to ride your bike and explore the “old” Florida there are many towns that seem like they haven’t changed and retain their charm and character. Florida bicycling routes are […]
The 5 Best Motorcycle Riding Routes in Florida
Florida is a magnet for motorcycle riding and motorcyclists because it’s one of the few states that you can ride year round. The only caveat is the summer rains, you need to pay attention to the weather forecasts and have appropriate rain gear. Its not just the weather that makes Florida so popular, its also […]
My 3 Favorite Places To Hike in Florida
Anyone who has been to Florida knows that it’s one of the most scenic states in the country. From beaches to forests, Florida pretty much has it all and that’s what makes it such a great place to visit. So it should be no surprise that Florida has some excellent hiking trails, and after living […]