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Welcome to Florida Travel Blog — Your Gateway to the Sunshine State
Last Updated July 7, 2026
We’re glad you found us. Florida Travel Blog is all about sharing the real Florida—its beaches, backroads, flavors, and fun. With over 1,350 miles of coastline between the Gulf of Mexico and the Atlantic Ocean, this state is packed with some of the most beautiful views you’ll ever see. And we’re here to take you along for the ride.
Sure, we love the big-name spots like Disney World, South Beach, Daytona, and the history of St. Augustine. But Florida is so much more than that. There’s something special around every bend—maybe a tiny beach town, a hidden food shack, or a trail through the swamps that feels like another world.
Did you know Florida has an ocean and a gulf? One of the biggest lakes in the country? And a giant river that flows north? Add in 1.5 million acres of Everglades and the Old Spanish Trail cutting across the state, and you’ve got a place that could keep any curious traveler busy for months.
That’s what we’re all about—digging up those Florida treasures and sharing them with you. Whether you’re a visitor or a local, we hope to give you fresh ideas, a little inspiration, and maybe even a few surprises.
History is a Big Part of Florida Life
Besides Florida’s native visual bounties, the rich history of the state is unequaled as the French, Spanish, and British explorers formed colonies looking for treasures they thought must be in this land of beauty. Little did they realize that the treasure they sought was really the land and water itself.
Many original settlers starved as their ships were harbored in waters abundant with fish, oysters and crabs. Colonies failed because of the harsh conditions and their inability to change from their European lifestyle. Florida Travel Blog logs Florida history from 1513.
Native Americans Thrived – Not So With Settlers in Early Florida Life
The Native American populations thrived in Florida for some 12,000 years before contact with Europeans. Dozens of indigenous peoples inhabited most parts of Florida from the Keys to Pensacola. Eventually, settlers learned from the societies that existed long before they arrived by living with the land and water. They learned not to challenge Mother Nature but to live in harmony with her.
Remnants of our Native American history live today with dozens of cities that originated from villages of Native American tribes throughout the state.
Tallahassee, Florida’s state capital, was a Creek village. Micanopy was named after a Seminole chief. Thonotosassa, just outside of Tampa, was from the Seminole-Creek words meaning place of valuable flint. Immokalee, near Naples, was Choctaw, meaning his or her home. You can find many more Native American names here.
As we travel through Florida, our minds can’t help but see the rich history our ancestors valued before us.
Another wonderful asset Florida life has to offer is the estimated 700 springs sprinkled throughout the state. You will see and read about many of these springs (many with native American names) in Florida Travel Blog.
The state of Florida lists the more popular springs here. Many state parks are built around springs. Even attractions like Silver Springs State Park in Ocala were made into attractions because of the clear water and wooded surroundings. Many movies and TV shows were filmed at Silver Springs.
History and Mother Nature alone did not create all of our Florida sightseeing wonders. Modern man built Disney World, Universal Studios, Bok Tower, The Villages, Riverwalk Tampa, and hundreds more.
Florida Travel Blog Documents Man-made Attractions and Natural Wonders
We will be traveling to these man-made attractions as well as “man-wanted” attractions like restaurants, bars and tiki huts throughout Florida.
While the natural attractions in Florida are a major portion of our travels, we can’t forget the big cities and small towns in Florida that make this diverse state what it is. Over 58 million people visit Orlando each year and that has to be part of our blog.
Spend a little time with us reminiscing, dreaming, or planning your Florida travel even if it is just for a short visit – the dazzling views are on Mother Nature!
The pictures below represent more views of Florida we have written about.
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