Looking to plan an epic adventure this summer? From shark encounters in Key West to a real-life castle in Central Florida, here are four unforgettable experiences worth adding to your summer bucket list.

Just off the coast of Port Richey, about 50 minutes north of Tampa, paddlers can kayak, SUP, or canoe to Durney Key, a small Gulf island near one of Florida’s rare remaining clusters of historic stilt houses Here’s what to know before heading out on the water.

With more than 175 state parks across Florida, a few are bound to stand out from the crowd. From disappearing rivers to wild bison and a museum dedicated to air conditioning, here are six of the strangest Florida State Parks worth adding to your list.

Looking to escape the Florida heat? One flight from Tampa and a train ride will take you to Strasbourg, a storybook city in France’s Alsace region filled with canals, cobblestone streets, and half-timbered homes.

It’s hard to find places in Florida that don’t feel like they’re bursting with people and new development. Wauchula, about an hour south of Lakeland, is a breath of fresh air and a step back into a simpler time.

Clermont, a lakeside city just outside of Orlando in Lake County, has the perfect mix of small-town charm and outdoor adventures. Here are five ways to take advantage of the spring season.