The Fort Myers area of Florida is recognized as some of the best beaches in the United States. The greater area includes barrier islands like Captiva and Sanibel as well as Cape Coral. It's also a capital for shelling and nature, with natural habitats for birds and other species. Popular with families, the pleasant climate also brings in baseball teams for spring training … [Read more...] about Weekend Guide to Fort Myers and Beaches, Florida
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The Ultimate Guide to Florida’s Natural Springs
The state of Florida is home to hundreds of natural springs. You might have seen images of these crystal-blue spots online. Some are inhabited by manatees, while others are open to swimmers and kayakers. And others are privately owned and operated, while some are state parks open to the public. They remain more or less the same temperature year-round and are essential road … [Read more...] about The Ultimate Guide to Florida’s Natural Springs
Frank Lloyd Wright Guide to the South
Frank Lloyd Wright is an American legend, known for his unique style of architecture. Notable works include Fallingwater and the Guggenheim Museum. While most of his work is found in Pennsylvania and Illinois, there are also Frank Lloyd Wright structures around the South, in part because of the planned houses sold later in his career. Some even came with furniture. … [Read more...] about Frank Lloyd Wright Guide to the South
Visiting the Edison & Ford Winter Estates
American inventor Thomas Edison bought a plot of land in Fort Myers, Florida, in 1885 to build his winter home, a rural area he called Seminole Lodge. It was here that he grew plants that would play a role in future creations and where he had a laboratory. In 1916, Henry Ford purchased the house next door, called The Mangoes, to be close to his friend. They spent winters … [Read more...] about Visiting the Edison & Ford Winter Estates
Snorkeling with Manatees in Crystal River
Crystal River, Florida, is known as the place to see manatees in the wild. The small community in central Florida, a short drive from Orlando and Gainesville, swells in the winter when over 800 of the West Indian manatees seek out the warm water of the natural springs that are found throughout the river. Going on a Manatee Snorkeling Tour Now a protected area, tours … [Read more...] about Snorkeling with Manatees in Crystal River