These five “boomtowns” in Florida are expanding more quickly than almost any other place

Florida state line and Escambia County sign pictured – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Andriy Blokhin Florida is home to five of the fastest-growing metro areas in the United States, according to a LendingTree survey released this week. To determine which of these metro areas topped the list, the study examined changes in GDP and

The largest city in Florida, according to U.S. Census data, is not Miami

Downtown Miami – Courtesy: Felix Mizioznikov – Shutterstock Miami isn’t the biggest city in the Sunshine State, despite being the best destination for those seeking a fun nightlife or a beach vacation, according to recent data. The U.S. Census Bureau’s 2024 population estimates show that Jacksonville has more than 500,000 more people than The Magic

The Rays are negotiating a $1.7 billion deal to sell the team to a Florida home developer

Tampa Bay Rays Tropicana Field – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Sean Pavone According to Sportico, the Tampa Bay Rays are in “advanced talks” to sell the team to a consortium headed by Patrick Zalupski, a home developer in Florida. Although the Rays acknowledged that the team had “exclusive discussions” with a group headed by

This Florida city is being flocked with movers

Orlando, Florida, USA downtown skyline at Eola Lake at dusk during Christmas season — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Image by: Sean Pavone It’s no secret that Florida has grown in popularity as a travel destination for people all across the country in recent years. However, what about people who are relocating within Florida? That’s what moveBuddha

Silver Airways, based in Florida, cancels all flights and advises travelers not to visit the airport

Silver Airways abruptly cancels all flights – Pictured: Flight in stormy weather – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by FTiare Hollywood, Florida – Early on Wednesday, Silver Airways declared that all future flights would be canceled as part of its abrupt shutdown. Background: In December 2024, the Hollywood, Florida-based airline with a Tampa hub declared Chapter

The commute in this Central Florida community is the worst in the nation

Traffic Jam on I-95 – Courtesy: Shutterstock- Image by cate_89 Driving in Poinciana is difficult, especially along Poinciana Boulevard, as everyone who lives there knows. Drivers lose time and experience stress due to the heavy traffic that occurs almost all day long. Before relocating to Championsgate in late 2024, Emmy Torres, a longtime Poinciana resident,

This week marks the opening of Universal Orlando’s Epic Universe

Epic Universe, Universal Orlando – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Ward Aerial Works Just in time for Memorial Day weekend, Universal Orlando Resort will open the doors to its Universal Epic Universe theme park on Thursday. On May 22, Epic Universe, the fourth attraction in Universal Orlando’s Florida portfolio, will open to the public, transporting

‘Sounding the Alarm’: A Warning About Changes in Florida Tourism

Florida Tourism Welcomes You Sign – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Sean Pavone Leaders in Florida’s tourist sector are voicing concerns about planned legislation that may destroy the state’s current infrastructure for promoting travel.​ On Tuesday, Newsweek emailed state Representative Monique Miller, one of the bill’s proponents. The Significance of It With hundreds of thousands

In its first year, Universal’s new Epic Universe park is expected to bring in $2 billion for Florida

Epic Universe, Universal Orlando – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Ward Aerial Works Orlando is about to experience epic things. In just over a month, Universal will formally open its newest theme park, the first significant theme park in the Florida region in 25 years, which will cause a significant upheaval in the travel and

This Florida city is being considered by Buc-ee’s for their first Southwest Florida location

The exterior of a Buc-ee’s gas station — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Joni Hanebutt There might be a new location in southwest Florida where you can acquire your favorite $5 or less treats. According to reports, Buc-ee’s, the greatest tourism destination in the South, is considering opening a new facility in the Sunshine State. The popular