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Famous Floridians include pioneers and historic figures who helped shape the state before they passed away.
Continue reading "101 Famous Floridians: They Had An Impact on the State"
Calling someone a Florida cracker can be a compliment or insult, depending on who asks and who answers.
Continue reading "Florida Cracker: Pioneers in a Rugged Country"
Micanopy is a village south of Gainesville with nice antique shops and restaurants. The town is a historic district.
Continue reading "Micanopy, Florida: Historic Village Named for Seminole Chief"
Boca Raton, Florida is a town that was built around the Boca Raton Resort and Club designed by Addison Mizner.
Continue reading "Boca Raton, Florida - Historic Resort and Elegant City"
The Villages Florida advertises itself as Florida's friendliest hometown. Who can argue that? But is it really a town?
Continue reading "The Villages Florida: Friendliest Home Town?"
Rainbow Springs is just north of Dunnellon and at one time it was a popular tourist attraction. It is now a state park.
Continue reading "Rainbow Springs: Beautiful and Preserved as a State Park"
Ocala National Forest is a Central Florida treasure that preserves 600 square miles of Old Florida.
Continue reading "Ocala National Forest: 600 Square Miles of Old Florida"
Nauti Lobstah in Apopka has been transformed from the popular Catfish Place. Even greater now with new theme.
Altamonte Springs, Florida is located in the Orlando urban area, but has its own distinctive personality.
Continue reading "Altamonte Springs, Florida: Nice Spot in Central Florida"
Winter Haven is known as "The Chain of Lakes City. It is a wonderful town to retire to or to stage your Florida vacation. Also the birthplace of Publix.
Continue reading "Winter Haven, Florida: The Chain of Lakes City"


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