The Universal theme parks are just as fantastic as Disney. No trip to Orlando would be complete without visiting both parks. Any trip to Orlando is going to cost you. Park tickets alone to Universal Studios & Islands of Adventure can easily add up to several hundreds of dollars, depending on ...

Florida is well-known as being one of the best places in the world for catching a glimpse of an alligator in the wild. In fact, Florida and Louisiana are home to the largest population of American alligators. According to the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries department, more than a million reside ...

At John’s Pass Boardwalk in Madeira Beach, Florida, you will find many options for entertainment including a number of afternoon and evening cruises. The Pirate Ship cruise is a fun 2 hour journey around beautiful Boca Ciega Bay. Your cruise includes an all inclusive pass good for unlimited ...

The Tampa Bay area is home to countless beautiful parks and preserves. The temperate yearly climate gives you plenty of opportunities to walk, enjoy nature, and observe wildlife far away from the beach and mall crowds. Although the summer season can be insanely hot and muggy, you just have to time ...

A great beach vacation requires much more than sunny skies and gorgeous beaches. Sure, beautiful beaches with smooth sand and crisp water are wonderful, but what really makes a great beach vacation are those destinations that offer more outside the beach. The following destinations all offer ...

A trip to Florida’s Gulf Coast would not be complete without catching a glimpse of a few bottlenose dolphins. Taking a cruise is your best option for viewing these beautiful marine mammals up close. Hubbard’s Marina, located on John’s Pass in beautiful Madeira Beach, is the ...

In 1905, Casimiro Hernandez, Sr. founded Columbia. Today, it is Florida’s oldest restaurant. In addition to being the oldest restaurant, Columbia also claims the title of world’s largest Spanish restaurant. The original location still receives much traffic today in Tampa’s ...

Big Cat Habitat is a wonderful non-profit sanctuary for big cats. In addition to cats, brown bears, black bears, chimps, zebras, camels, exotic birds, and tortoises are also rescued and offered a safe haven at Big Cat Habitat. None of these animals are taken from the wild, but rather rescued from ...

Myakka State Park, one of the largest and most gorgeous parks in Florida, is one of the best I have visited thus far in the state. Here you will find an expansive 29,000 acre nature oasis with endless opportunities for fun and recreation. Within the park, you will find numerous activities, ...

Weedon Island Preserve is one of your best bets for a peaceful wildlife-filled nature adventure in St. Petersburg. A day exploring the 3190 acre preserve allows you to take a relaxing break from the city and beach congestion, all while discovering new wildlife and taking in beautiful views of the ...