11 Locations To See Manatees In Florida
Floating potatoes, chubby mermaids, sea cows. No matter what you call them, everyone loves a manatee. Seeing a manatee in person is on many visitor’s wishlists. So, where are the best places to see manatees in Florida? We’ve got some locations where you can see...
5 Fun Ways To Enjoy The 2025 Florida Manatee Festival
Who doesn’t love a manatee? These big, slow-moving mammals are as much a symbol of Florida as oranges and palm trees. The previous few years have seen manatees affected by red tide blooms, the multiple hurricanes that hit the state (high water can send manatees...
Experience a Day of Fun and Conservation at Discovery Cove Orlando
Tucked away from the hustle, Discovery Cove Orlando is an exclusive day resort where unforgettable underwater adventures await. Perfect for families, individuals and couples alike, Discovery Cove provides a blend of natural beauty, marine encounters and relaxation. A...
7 Impactful Ways to Celebrate Black History in Jacksonville, Florida
In the northeast corner of Florida, Jacksonville is the largest city by area in the contiguous United States. Sitting on the St. John’s River and the Atlantic Ocean, the city has a long storyline, from the time of the original inhabitants, the Timucua people, to...
Visiting Caladesi Island Beach
Often voted as one of the best beaches in the United States, Caladesi Island State Park is a reprieve from the crowds. Located in Dunedin, FL, near Clearwater and St. Petersburg, Caladesi Island beach is an undeveloped barrier island that harkens back to another time...Meet Marcea
Hi! I'm Marcea – nice to meet you. I love showing people unique things to do in Florida. I'm working on visiting all 175 Florida State Parks. I also enjoy exploring beaches, visiting Black history sites, and learning more about the state's hundreds of years of history.
In addition to writing about Florida, I'll share other travel adventures I take around the USA and the world. Glad you're along for the ride!