‘Surfing Santas’ hit Cocoa Beach amid Florida arctic chill

Surfing Santas — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Image by: mikeledray With temperatures below zero, it might not seem like a Florida Christmas, but there is one custom we simply cannot abandon. On Saturday at Cocoa Beach, hundreds of “Surfing Santas” caught some waves before the big guy got ready to distribute his gifts over the entire

Remember that mysterious object found on a Florida beach? It’s a shipwreck!

Shipwreck appearing through sand — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Image by: Yehonatan Richter Levin Theories about what the unusual 80-foot-long wood and metal object at Daytona Beach Shores in Volusia County, Florida, might have been solved after it was discovered last month. Some speculated that it might be a piece of a shipwreck. It was suggested

Unknown object appears on a Florida beach, sparks speculation among beachgoers

Mysterious object appears on Florida beach – Credit: Volusia County At Daytona Beach Shores in Volusia County, Florida, there is something peaking through the beach that has locals and officials buzzing with curiosity. Volusia County Beach Safety and beachgoers recently spotted the mysterious object, according to a series of announcements sent by county officials via

Art Basel returns to South Florida for its 20-year anniversary

Exhibit on the beach at Art Basel Miami — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Image by: Mia2you When Art Basel debuted in Miami Beach in 2002, a year after its planned start date was delayed after the tragic 9/11, it featured an array of 200 galleries, including Gagosian. However, Larry Gagosian, one of the most influential dealers

A chest labeled “NEVERBREAK” mysteriously appeared ashore on Florida beach

Treasure chest washes up on Florida shore – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Isabella Pfenninger With over 1,350 miles of beaches and natural areas along the Atlantic Ocean and Gulf of Mexico, Florida boasts the second-longest coastline of any state in the contiguous United States. Due to its peculiar geography and topography, the state is

This Florida beach town was rated the number-one surf spot in the U.S.

Surf Hotspot: Cocoa Beach, FL Pier – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by lunamarina The top surfing locations in the world provide more than just consistent waves. The perfect surf spot requires warm water, lots of breaks, and a long, wide beach. Additionally, it helps if there is a lively surf posse in the water. All

10-foot alligator caught catching rays on Melbourne Beach

MELBOURNE BEACH, FL. Alligator walking on beach – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by: Dave Litterio An enormous alligator decided to start off his weekend with a day of tanning on one of Florida’s beaches!  Kyle Hussey told Fox 35 News that he was enjoying a day at Melbourne Beach when he spotted a scary sight.

Crandon Park Beach makes it onto Florida’s five “most beautiful” beaches list

Crandon Park Beach – Courtesy: Krystal Socorro, Florida Insider Swaying palm trees, soft, sugary sand, and a scenery worthy of a postcard picture, Crandon Park Beach has always been a must-visit destination for Key Biscayne visitors and residents alike. At least 189 official beaches are located among the Sunshine State’s 360 miles of coastline, and

Here’s why this coastal Florida city is one of the best places in the United States to relocate

Naples, FL – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Andriy Blokhin Naples has long been a favorite destination for tourists and second-home purchasers looking for a lively, amiable setting to unwind in the Sunshine State. This Gulf of Mexico city is well-known for its heavenly white-sand beaches and top-notch golf courses, but it is also quickly

Florida Travel Season: When to go for fewer crowds, travel deals, and better weather

General view of the Universal Studios Florida theme park – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Kamira Aside from its beautiful beaches, nonstop sunshine, and top-of-the-line theme parks, one of Florida’s biggest downsides is that there’s never a bad time to visit. The weather is nice and warm which means you’ll never have to worry about