Our airboat zig zagged over eelgrasses and aquatic plants and past startled alligators on the Wacissa River, in the Big Bend region of Florida. Savannah clutched my ...
As cruises depart from Florida once again, offering travelers luxury while sailing the Seven Seas, it’s worth remembering that sometimes the greatest joy comes from traveling with a much simpler setup ...
Once upon a time, the Blackwater River was a conveyor belt of prosperity. Loggers floated longleaf pine trunks to the mills. But once the longleafs were all cut, the mills, landings, and structures ...
With several preserves to explore next to its large bay, this unique paddleboarding and kayaking area is a true delight near ...
Each year brings a new set of adventures, and 2024 was no exception to that. From kayaking more than 300 miles on the St. Johns River at the start of the year to running a 15-mile trail race near the ...
This story is part of our weekly Hidden Gems feature series as the USA TODAY Network – Florida takes readers around the state to highlight some of our most interesting attractions. Round Island ...