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Plan your next trip in Central Florida! Utilize these posts to find the best Florida State Parks and hidden gems all throughout Central Florida.
I’ve rounded up the best botanical gardens near Tampa to visit for all nature lovers. Spending a few hours at a botanical garden can be relaxing, educational, and fun! Botanical gardens make a great destination for a day trip. I’ve previously written about the best botanical gardens in Tampa Bay, but I wanted to widen…
There are so many amazing places to plan day trips from Tampa, Florida. A day trip is the perfect activity to plan when you want to take a trip, but you are short on time. These ideas are primarily focused on outdoor activities, but vary from towns to visit, botanical gardens, beaches, parks and more….
Crystal River Preserve State Park is a great park to visit if you enjoy hiking! This is a park you will want to do your research before your visit, because the various trailheads and activities in the preserve are spread out. Lucky for you, I’ve already one some of that research! Keep reading for everything…
Crystal River Archaeological State Park is on the list of National Historic Landmarks and was an important ceremonial site for Native Americans in the past. It is 1 of 2 Florida State Parks in Crystal River and located very close to Crystal River Preserve State Park which I also recommend you visit while you are…
The TECO Manatee Viewing Center in Apollo Beach, Florida is the perfect activity to add to your Florida winter bucket list. November through April is the best time to see manatees especially on chilly days when the Gulf water temperatures drop and manatee congregate in warmer waters. The Manatee Viewing Center is next to the…
Everyone knows about Clearwater Beach, but did you know there are 9 Florida State Parks you can visit near Clearwater? I’ve rounded up 9 parks within a 1-hour drive and organized them based on types of activity. Check out this list and start planning your trip today! 9 Florida State Parks Near Clearwater Below are…