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Kick Off 2025 with Exciting Adventures in Tampa Bay’s Beach Towns

How many times have you vowed to explore more of the Tampa Bay Area? Make 2025 the year you turn that resolution into reality. Here are four resilient beach communities making a comeback following the 2024 hurricanes. They are the perfect place to spend a few hours, a full day, or even a weekend enjoying. 

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Unforgettable Outdoor Florida Experiences to Gift Someone (2024 Guide)

If you’re searching for a last-minute gift for that adventure-loving family member or friend, or want to plan an experience they’ll never forget, an outdoor adventure is the way to go! From heart-pounding thrills to awe-inspiring nature, these four Florida experiences are my top picks for 2024 — sure to create lasting memories well into 2025.

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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: The Florida House Inn on Amelia Island

Discover one of Florida's most iconic and historic stays: The Florida House Inn on Amelia Island. With a storied past spanning more than a 160 years, this charming inn has hosted a wide array of guests, from presidents to revolutionaries and the nation’s elite families. Now, it's your turn to experience it!

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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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Best Historic Stays: The River House in Jupiter

If you need a reset following the hectic hurricane season in Florida, look no further than the River House in Jupiter. Tucked away at the end of a street, this gem is great for a multi-generational getaway.

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