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Imagine this: You’re sipping a cold drink on a stretch of white quartz sand that stays cool even at high noon, while the only sound is the gentle lapping of emerald waters. No crowds, no high-rises, just pure Florida magic.…
Video: This Gulf Shores vacation rental makes more than your boss. Ever booked a “secluded” beach house only to wake up to the roar of a construction crew or the thumping bass of a neighbor’s party? We have, and it’s…
Video: 15 BEST Beaches In Florida (According To A Local). Ever tried to squeeze a full week of relaxation into a mere 48 hours? We have, and let us tell you, it’s an art form that requires the right destination.…
Can you believe there are still places in Florida where the only sound competing with the waves is the wind in the palms? We’ve all been there: stuck in gridlock on A1A, fighting for a sliver of sand, and wondering…
Forget theme park lines and the crowded boardwalks. We’ve spent years driving the backroads of the Sunshine State, chasing the elusive “Old Florida” that most tourists miss. You might be thinking, “Is there anything left to discover in Florida?” The…
Video: Ten places in Florida where FLORIDIANS go on Vacation. We remember the day we decided to skip the “Orlando Express” traffic jam on I-4. Instead of fighting for a parking spot at a theme park, we drove two hours…
Video: 12 Fairytale Places In Florida You Need to See To Believe! If you’ve ever dreamed of escaping the hustle and bustle to find a slice of pure tranquility in the Sunshine State, you’re in for a treat. Florida isn’t…
Ever tried to squeeze a vacation into a single weekend, only to end up stuck in I-95 traffic or staring at a crowded parking lot? We’ve been there. As Florida residents who have explored every inch of the Sunshine State,…
Video: Coastal Dune Lakes: Jewels of Florida’s Emerald Coast. Did you know that South Walton is home to one of the rarest ecosystems on the planet? While the world flocks to our sugar-white beaches, a secret world of amber-hued, brackish…
Video: Sunrise SHELLING at Cayo Costa, Florida – some GORGEOUS Fighting Conch finds! Forget the crowded piers and the “pick-over” beaches of the mainland; the real treasure hunt begins where the road ends. At Florida Getaways™, we’ve chased the tide…
