Summer in Florida doesn't have to mean staying inside. In North Lake County, you'll find refreshing springs, shady nature trails, charming downtowns, and breezy lakefront parks that make it easy to enjoy the season. Here are five ways to make the most of a summer getaway around Eustis and Mount Dora.

New Port Richey, about 45 minutes north of Tampa, is one of the most underrated cities in the Tampa Bay area. Visitors are often surprised to learn that it has a bustling historic downtown, a thriving brewery scene, and a historic hotel right at the heart of it.

There’s no shortage of places to paddle in the Tampa Bay Area. From mangrove tunnels to spring-fed rivers and hidden indland gems, here are ten of my favorite spots within 90 minutes of Tampa.

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.