5 Day Trips From Tampa and the St. Pete Area

by floridaculture | Dec 6, 2021 | Beaches, Southwest Florida, things to do in Gainesville, Things to do in Sarasota

Anna Maria City Pier. Anna Maria is one possible destination if you’re looking for day trip ideas from the Tampa Bay area. If you’re looking to get away from the Tampa Bay/”Champa Bay” area for a day or the weekend, you’ve got plenty of...

What to Know Before You Visit Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

by floridaculture | Sep 12, 2021 | things to do in Gainesville, Uncategorized

Boardwalk at La Chua Trail, Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park in Micanopy, Florida. Want to see where wild horses and buffalo roam? You don’t need to buy a ticket to go out west. Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park near Gainesville boasts a population of more...

Here Are Things to Do at Bahia Honda State Park in Big Pine Key, Including Snorkeling

by floridaculture | Aug 9, 2021 | Beaches, Florida Keys

A view near the entrance of Bahia Honda State Park in Big Pine Key, Florida Keys. No question about it, if you’re into snorkeling and visiting the Florida Keys, a guided boat ride that takes you to specific reefs or other areas is the way to go. However, maybe...

Things to Do When You Visit Florida’s Gatorland

by floridaculture | Apr 12, 2021 | Things to do in Orlando

Gators at Gatorland in Kissimmee, Florida. Ready to see some gators? If you’re planning a visit to the theme park Gatorland in Kissimmee, Florida, in the Orlando area, you’ve come to the right place. Gatorland has been around since 1949, even before a...

Here’s What You Can Do at Myakka River State Park (and Yes, There Are Plenty of Alligators)

by floridaculture | Feb 12, 2021 | Uncategorized

Alligator just relaxing at Myakka River State Park. October 2022 update: Due to damage from Hurricane Ian, Myakka River State Park is currently closed. Friends of Myakka River provides helpful updates on Facebook and Instagram to report on cleanup progress in the park...