Florida’s Atlantic coast attracts tons of pro golfers – World Golf Hall of Fame, Florida – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Sakala Jupiter first resembles many of the other affluent coastal communities along Florida’s Atlantic coast: quiet streets with palm palms, yachts anchored in serene canals, and Mediterranean-style homes hidden behind tall hedges and security
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
Cheetah Hunt Rollercoaster at Busch Gardens, FL (Theme Park Example) — Courtesy: Shutterstock — VIAVAL TOURS PORT ORANGE, FL – Preserving ancient attractions from a defunct theme park in Central Florida is a hidden treasure. The serene 12-acre botanical park is home to tall palm trees, centuries-old oak trees, and native Florida flora. Jim Thalhuber,
National Weather Service warns of high-risk rip currents – Aerial View of Florida Beach Coastline – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Mia2you The National Weather Service (NWS) warns travelers on Florida’s Atlantic coast to be cautious of rip currents. Last week, the NWS issued a warning regarding the danger posed by rip currents throughout Florida’s
Beach & pier in Florida — Courtesy: Image by McRonny from Pixabay Egmont Key reopened in April 2025 following significant hurricane damage in 2024. A few buildings close to the lighthouse area are still off-limits to the general public. Egmont Key, an island in the mouth of Tampa Bay, has always captivated me because I
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
Surfers by rip current – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Exotico y Barato Photos WSVN, Fort Lauderdale, Florida – In response to a recent spate of rip current-related incidents, Fort Lauderdale Ocean Rescue conducted a rip current safety demonstration. The Fort Lauderdale Beach location of the safety demonstration was close to Vistamar Street and A1A.
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
Surf Hotspot: Cocoa Beach, Florida Pier – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by lunamarina Three Florida villages are charming and among the best in the South, a new survey shows. Results released April 9 listed the towns as smaller sites for “relaxing getaways, cultural immersion, outdoor adventures, and culinary delights” for vacationers. The ranked locations are:
Seaweed pollution along Miami Beach, Florida — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Sergii Figurnyi According to Florida scientists, they have discovered a “tipping point” in the Atlantic Ocean’s meteorological conditions that led to massive clumps of toxic seaweed flooding Caribbean beaches in recent summers. A surplus of nutrients in the water, such as nitrogen and phosphorus from