The Sunshine State, popularly known as Florida, is the southernmost state in the continental United States of America and a famous tourist destination. Florida, home to Walt Disney World and Miami’s gorgeous, sun-kissed beaches, has no shortage of mind-blowing sights and excursions.
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Tarpon Springs
You can feel as if you’ve been transported to a small Greek town when visiting Tarpon Springs. Tarpon Springs is a classic old worldly village in Central Florida, heavily inspired by Greek ethos and legacy. So much so that the town’s beautiful coastline is studded with art galleries, antique stores, and restaurants that all bear a similarity to this culture, which arose as a result of Greek sponge divers who arrived in the town around the turn of the century. The Sponge Docks, of course, are the main attraction in what is billed as the “Sponge Capital of the World.”
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Stuart
Stuart, located on Florida’s Atlantic Coast, is known as the “Sailfish Capital of the World.” Water sports such as fishing, boat trips, and, of course, sailing Florida’s Treasure Coast are all available in the town. Are you not a water baby? It’s no problem. The Road to Victory Military Museum and the Stuart Heritage Museum are two of Stuart’s most popular attractions.
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Dunedin
Dunedin, one of Florida’s oldest towns, has a wonderful combination of unique Florida beaches with a sizable Scottish community. Dunedin’s spirits are constantly alive and kicking thanks to the town’s many Scottish festivals and carnivals held throughout the year. However, the attractive downtown center — another important attraction in the area – is unaffected.
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Islamorada
This little hamlet in Florida, appropriately dubbed the “Village of Island,” is sprawled across six of the Florida Keys and boasts various beautiful beaches where you may sunbathe, swim, or promenade. Islamorada is an ideal destination for sea adventurers, since it hosts multiple yearly fishing events and offers good sail and bone fishing options.
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Matlacha
Matlacha is one of Pine Island’s five communities and is considered one of the state’s most valuable hidden gems. Matlacha, a typical coastal town, has a laid-back “Old Florida” vibe and is home to a number of colorful art galleries, classic Floridian cottages, wonderful seafood, and, of course, a variety of water activities like stand-up paddle boarding, kayaking, and dolphin spotting. To learn more about the town’s past, go to the historic mounds and the Museum of the Islands.
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DeFuniak Springs
For most visitors, the nicest part of being in DeFuniak Springs is soaking up the Victorian spirit and spending their days admiring the town’s magnificent Victorian monuments. If you needed another reason, DeFuniak Springs is situated around the completely circular Lake DeFuniak, one of only two of its sort in the world!
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Williston
About 22 miles (35 kilometers) from the popular city of Gainesville is the pretty town of Williston. A small, charming town filled with a lot of significant sights, Williston houses the world-famous prehistoric springs and diving sites, Devil’s Den and Blue Grotto, which attracts visitors from all over the country.
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Anna Maria Island
The barrier island of Anna Maria, located between the Gulf of Mexico and mainland Florida, is known for its seven-mile stretch of pristine white sand beaches and rigorous business and development regulations. The small island town is an incredible refuge for peace seekers, with a laid-back atmosphere complemented by a slew of antique stores and art galleries, as well as some delectable seafood specialities.
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Apalachicola
This is one of those wonderful tiny villages in Florida that makes practically everyone’s list of places to visit. Apalachicola, on the Gulf of Mexico, is recognized for its delectable seafood, and it’s no surprise that it’s also known as the “Oyster Capital of the World.” In reality, this small hamlet is one of the country’s top seafood hotspots.
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Mount Dora
Mount Dora is a charming little lakefront town famed for its century-old historic village, 19th-century architecture, a plethora of antique retail lanes, and an unfailingly relaxed environment. Stay in peaceful bed and breakfasts, take a stroll through town, eat delicious food, see the lighthouse, and enjoy fantastic entertainment – all the components for a perfect vacation!