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Are you thinking about how to plan a road trip to Florida? It may take longer than flying, but there are a lot of advantages. It’s much easier to bring the family dog. You can bring your favorite pillow. You don’t have to deal with the hassles of the airport or cram everything into one bag. You can spend even more time with your friends and family. And you won’t...

One of the best parts about living in the Sunshine State is the opportunity to take some great Florida road trips.  Whether you’re coming from Jacksonville, Orlando or Tampa, most roads lead to Southwest Florida’s white sand beaches, the Gulf of Mexico’s emerald-turquoise water and the area’s relaxing island lifestyle. If you’ve been in the mood for Florida road trips with your loved ones, or a change of scenery, some...

Southwest Floridians get to experience a variety of restaurants at a discounted price from Marco Island to Cape Coral during Sizzle SWFL Restaurant Week. The event also donates $1 from every Restaurant Week meal sold to the Sizzle SWFL FGCU Food & Beverage Scholarship. You can eat like a king or queen, and it benefits a great cause. It’s the best of both worlds. The semi-annual, charity-driven Sizzle SWFL Restaurant...

If you’re visiting our slice of paradise to celebrate the holiday with your loved ones, you’ll need to know which Southwest Florida restaurants are open on Thanksgiving to help plan your day. That is, unless you want to go to the grocery store, haul everything back home, and spend the entire day cooking up a feast. If you do, we salute you and ask that you save us some leftovers....

When you visit Ocala and stay at the Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club, you’ll feel like you’re in the Old South. Here are some reasons why we love this charming Florida town. Some of the best restaurants are in Ocala. There’s always something to do here. And there’s always something good to eat. The best restaurants in Ocala include everything from Southern-style delights to fancy steakhouse fare. You’re sure...

Best Restaurants on Captiva Island   Captiva Island is an even more relaxed version of its sister island, Sanibel. Time seems to stand still here and many remark that the island is frozen in time. However, its restaurants aren’t and there is plenty of islands dines to take advantage of while you’re here. They are always serving up delicious meals in a great atmosphere, so what’s not to love? Here...

Not only does Sanibel Island have some of the best views, beaches and shelling in the world, it’s also known for its food. It’s one thing to vacation in paradise, but when the breakfast and lunch options on the island are so good, you just have to explore them all! This is your guide to some of the best breakfast and lunch restaurants on Sanibel Island. Enjoy! In no particular...

When you’re planning a trip to Southwest Florida, picking the perfect beach spot can be one of the most important parts of your vacation. While we have you covered there, it’s also important to have everything you need to look like you’re a beach bum pro. Southwest Florida beaches are the best beaches in the country. We also offer the best beach accessories to make sure your Florida vacation and...

Renting a vacation home for your family’s next travel adventure is a smart choice. From cozy beachfront bungalows to slick city condos, there’s a vacation rental perfect for your family. Enjoying the perfect rental comes easy. Explore these 10 vacation home rental tips for families in Florida and make the most of your rental home stay! Making the most of your family’s vacation rental stay comes with opportunities to make...

If you’re staying at your vacation rental for a week or more, you’re likely planning on doing at least a little cooking. That might mean taking advantage of the full kitchen for gourmet meals or frying eggs and bacon for everyone each morning. If you plan on cooking, you’ll need to hit the grocery store for supplies. You’ll need a vacation grocery list to help you make the most of...