Trips To Discover • 25th January 2023

9 Best Beaches in Southwest Florida

Southwest Florida has some of the best beaches in the country. Here are nine of the top ones to explore from Sarasota to Naples.

My Cornacopia • 20th December 2022

How To Experience Spring Training in Florida

A tradition that dates back to the late 1800s, baseball spring training takes place every February and March. A great experience for fans, half of Major League Baseball’s teams train in Florida. Here are some tips on where to catch a game and experience spring training in Florida in person.

TripSavvy • 16th December 2022

The Top 14 Things to Do in Vero Beach, Florida

Located on Florida's east coast, halfway between West Palm Beach and Cape Canaveral, Vero Beach is a hub for those looking for a place to relax. With access to the Atlantic Ocean and the Indian River Lagoon, the city offers plenty of opportunities for water adventures. Vero Beach blends the historic and the modern, too, as it was home to the first integrated Major League Baseball spring training site in the South.

Tinybeans • 20th October 2022

33 Things to Do with Kids in Orlando (That Aren't Theme Parks)

There's more to Orlando than the theme parks! Here are some things to do with kids in the area.

Tinybeans • 20th September 2022

9 of the Best All-Inclusive Resorts for Families in Florida

Imagine waking up to the sounds and views of the grassy savanna without traveling to Africa. It’s possible when staying at the Disney Animal Kingdom Lodge. With a horseshoe design, the lodge gives guests a view of four areas home to more than 200 animals. Rooms include complimentary wi-fi, transportation to Disney parks and attractions, movies under the stars, and nightly campfires. There are also room packages with Disney theme park tickets included. What’s cool for kids: In addition to gettin

Samantha Brown's Places to Love • 21st July 2022

A Local's Guide To The Best of Tampa/St. Petersburg

White sand beaches and warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico welcome visitors to the Tampa/St. Petersburg/Clearwater area on the west coast of Florida. But there’s so much more to the region. Freelance travel writer Marcea Cazel enjoys sharing unique things to do in Florida, especially in her adopted hometown. The creator of the travel blog My Cornacopia, Marcea lives with her family outside of Clearwater and is always on the lookout for places to explore.

My Cornacopia • 26th May 2022

Girlfriend Weekend Getaway

Girl’s trips have always been something women of all ages have enjoyed taking. There are even several movies based on them! Women make up 56 percent of leisure travelers. This means a vacation spot that ticks off many boxes in one location is important. The Orlando World Center Marriott does all of that, and more, making it a great place for a girlfriend weekend getaway. (partnership with Orlando World Center Marriott)

My Cornacopia • 3rd October 2021

Fun Getaways and Day Trips From Tampa

From animals to enjoying the outdoors to great food, there’s always something to do in Tampa. But that doesn’t mean you have to spend all your time in one spot. Spending time in the area lets you see and do plenty of activities.

My Cornacopia • 20th September 2021

Where to See Manatees in Florida

Floating potatoes, chubby mermaids, sea cows. No matter what you call them, everyone loves a manatee. Seeing a manatee in person is on many visitor’s wishlists. So where are the best places to see manatees in Florida?

Trips To Discover • 20th July 2021

9 Best Suwannee River Cabin Rentals Near The State Park

If you’d like to spend a few days near the park while enjoying family fun in and on the water, getting a Suwannee River cabin rental is the way to go.

Trips To Discover • 6th July 2021

How To Explore The Clearwater Marine Aquarium

All visitors should make a trip to the Clearwater Marine Aquarium (CMA) to see Winter the Dolphin and learn more about local animals and the ecosystem that helps the area survive.

Trips To Discover • 1st July 2021

Book a Fun Family Getaway at Orlando World Center Marriott

Situated on 200 acres, the Orlando World Center Marriott is a hotel, resort, and convention center that has over 2,000 guest rooms. With the largest lagoon pool in Orlando, two water slide areas, spa, multiple restaurants, and an 18-hole golf course, it’s the largest Marriott property in the world. Conveniently located right off of I-4, the resort is centrally located and in close proximity to Disney World, Sea World, and Universal Studios. The resort is cashless so everything must be charged to

Trips To Discover • 28th May 2021

How to Explore the St. Petersburg Pier

Located on 26 acres, St. Pete Pier has plenty to do for every visitor. It doesn’t matter if you’re visiting with friends, on a date or taking the kids out for a day in the sun. There won’t be a lack of activities to explore. As you enter the pier at the east end of 1st Street S., you’ll find the Marketplace where local artists and vendors sell products out of their kiosks. If you look to your left as you walk towards the water, you’ll find the St. Petersburg Museum of History. While technically

My Cornacopia • 22nd May 2021

Breweries in Downtown St. Petersburg

Beer lovers will be amazed by the number of breweries in St. Petersburg - here's a list of the ones located downtown. There are so many, they'll keep you busy for a few days.

My Cornacopia • 27th April 2021

Finding Unique Things To Do In Sarasota

Consisting of 725 square miles, Sarasota County includes a number of cities, including Sarasota, Venice, Siesta Key, Nokomis, and Osprey. Offering a variety of shopping, nature and history, finding unique things to do in Sarasota County isn’t hard at all.

Trips To Discover • 15th April 2021

9 Fun Things to Do in Tarpon Springs, Florida

A small community located 30 miles from Tampa and St. Petersburg, Tarpon Springs is known as the ‘Sponge Capital of the World.’ Explore the Sponge Docks, museums, water activities and food of the city with the largest Greek American population in the United States.

Trips To Discover • 26th March 2021

A Visitor’s Guide to Tampa Riverwalk

Take a stroll on the 2.5 miles of Riverwalk as it goes alongside the Hillsborough River through downtown Tampa.

Trips To Discover • 23rd February 2021

7 Unforgettable Day Trips From Tampa

Home to Busch Gardens Tampa Bay, an up-and-coming food and drink scene and many outdoor activities, Tampa, Florida, is a great place to take a vacation. Even though there is plenty to do in Tampa, you don’t have to limit yourself to staying within the city’s limits.

My Cornacopia • 17th January 2021

Black History in Sarasota, FL

Through preservation, Black history in Sarasota, FL is alive and can help educate visitors. Here are some places that tell the story of Black history in Sarasota County you can explore on your next visit.

Trips To Discover • 31st December 2020

A Local’s Guide to the 10 Best Museums in St. Petersburg, Florida

Ten museums in St. Petersburg, FL that will thrill art, glassworks and history lovers