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Best Historic Stays: Island Hotel on Cedar Key

Cedar Key has dealt with hurricanes, fires, and floods in recent years, yet the Island Hotel continues to stand strong on 2nd Street. Its 10-inch-thick walls and the resilient stewards who’ve cared for it over the years have a lot to do with that. Step inside and you’ll see how the past is still very much present.

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Best Historic Stays: Cabbage Key Inn & Restaurant near Fort Myers

South of beautiful Boca Grande and north of the iconic sandy shores of Sanibel and Captiva, is Cabbage Key, a hidden slice of Old Florida that has been delighting guests for decades. While boaters frequent this 100-acre island, many travelers have yet to discover its charm. I’ll show you why a stop on this island, that feels like a step back in time, must be on your 2025 Florida travel list.  

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Best Historic Stays: Casa Marina Resort in Key West

For over a century, Casa Marina Resort has embodied the heart and soul of Key West. Following a stunning $80 million renovation completed in 2024, the resort’s timeless charm has been revitalized, making it more alluring than ever and cementing its status as the island’s most iconic historic hotel. Trust me, it's a stay I will never forget and I know it'll leave a long-lasting impression on you as well.

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Best Historic Stays: Hotel Flor in Tampa

Hotel Flor, once known as the Floridan Hotel, is entering a new chapter in its storied history. This iconic building first made its mark in the 1920s as Florida’s first skyscraper, a record it held until the 1960s. After a multimillion-dollar restoration—and with continued efforts to preserve its grandeur—the hotel has reclaimed its place as the crown jewel of Tampa. Join me as I show you around its latest transformation, now part of Hilton's Tapestry Collection.

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