Top Mistakes to Avoid When Planning Your Florida Keys Vacation

Top Mistakes to Avoid When Planning Your Florida Keys Vacation

Hey there, Florida traveler! Visiting the Florida Keys—sounds dreamy, right? But before you pack those flip-flops, let’s chat about some sneaky pitfalls that could trip you up. These nuggets of wisdom unearthed by Followmeaway.com will make your trip unforgettable in the best way. Ready to dive in? Let’s go!

Skip the Passport: Florida Shores That Rival the Tropics

Skip the Passport: Florida Shores That Rival the Tropics

Bahia Honda State Park
Photo: Florida State Parks

Southern Living just released a list of some of the best beaches in Florida. According to Southern Living, these beaches most closely represent the beautiful white sand and crystal clear waters that you might think of when you are talking popular Caribbean destinations – just a whole lot closer.

Lu The Hippo Passes Away At Homosassa Springs State Park

Lu The Hippo Passes Away At Homosassa Springs State Park

Lu the Hippo
via Florida State Parks

An era has passed, as one of Florida’s living icons has passed away. Lu the Hippo had been a long time resident at Homosassa Springs Wildlife State Park, where he lived among native panthers, manatees, and black bears. He was not a native species, of course, but he was an official resident of the state of Florida and had the residency permit to prove it. He was 65.

The Least Visited National Park In America

The Least Visited National Park In America

If you are headed down to Key West anytime soon, consider taking a side trip to the least visited, yet one of the most impressive National Parks in the United States. It’s a bit off the beaten path though…way off….

Florida Turnpike Toll Booth

Buckle Up – Your Daily Commute Is About To Cost You More

Image of Toll booths. Courtesy FDOT
Image Courtesy of FDOT

As I sat sipping my morning coffee and checking emails today, I noticed that my monthly Sun Pass toll statement popped up. Like many Floridians, I have a transponder that automatically charges my account whenever I use one of the Florida toll roads, and my bank account is automatically drafted whenever toll funds need to be replenished. So things are pretty much on autopilot, and honestly, I haven’t paid much attention to that aspect of my finances. I mean, when you’ve got to go, you’ve got to go, right?

Embark on a Cinematic Voyage: You Can Cruise Aboard the Original African Queen in Key Largo

Embark on a Cinematic Voyage: You Can Cruise Aboard the Original African Queen in Key Largo

Screenshot - The African Queen

If you are a fan of classic movies like I am, you’ll love this. You can still step aboard and even take a ride on the original African Queen. While Humphrey Bogart won’t be there to constantly kick the boiler, it’s still a great chance to relive cinematic history. Docked at the Marina Del Mar in Key Largo, Florida, this storied steamboat invites guests to experience in real life the magic of the 1951 film that starred Humphrey Bogart and Katharine Hepburn.

A Blues Odyssey: My Journey to Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea X 

A Blues Odyssey: My Journey to Keeping the Blues Alive at Sea X 

Muireann Bradley from Ballybofey in County Down singing Candy Man Blues. Image by Richard P Gallagher | FMN

Florida is full of things to do, and no doubt cruising is one of the most popular. FMN’s Richard Gallagher recently spent a week pursuing hidden gems in one of his passions: the Blues. Read Richard’s account of what he discovered on the Norwegian Gem during a “Blues Cruise” from Miami last week.

The Hidden Gem of Seaside, Florida: A Vacationer’s Tale

The Hidden Gem of Seaside, Florida: A Vacationer’s Tale

Where can I go for vacation in Florida to get away from the crowds and really relax? It’s a question we hear all the time, and one likely to elicit a lot of answers. But if the crowds of Daytona, Lauderdale, Miami and Panama City are a bit much for you, here’s a great place to consider.

Seaside Beach Photo: Wikipedia
Seaside Beach Photo: Wikipedia