Lighthouses once made the way safer for ships crossing the Atlantic Ocean into East Coast ports. By 1900, the United States had nearly 1,000 of these picturesque beacons. Since then,…
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Visiting St. Augustine, Florida, is like visiting a vibrant European city. There is nothing like it, or at least very little anyway, here in the United States. It is truly…
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“Weeki Wachee,” the Seminole words for “little spring” or “winding river,” roll off the tongue. The alliterative name now graces an unincorporated community, its verdant state park as well as…
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Some purists believe camping should include sleeping on the cold, hard ground. And there are those who believe a hotel without room service is considered roughing it. Many of us…
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Looking for a vacation in paradise? Experience a laid-back vibe in these Florida Keys lodgings. Whether you’re seeking a cozy bungalow or a family-style resort, the Keys offer plenty of…
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By Gina Gallucci-White Instead of driving around random neighborhoods trying to find some impressive festive light displays, head to Enchant Christmas, with two East Coast locations: in Washington, D.C., and…
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By: Katie Fleming Not long ago, I decided to get away during the cold Maryland winter to visit a friend in Fort Myers, Fla. Together, we took a “mom’s day…
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By Gina Gallucci-White Heading to Orlando, Fla., many tourists will have schedules packed with activities at Walt Disney World and Universal Studios, but what about a destination for aquatic lovers?…