Many mariners pop out of Fort Pierce Florida Inlet into the Atlantic for fishing adventures or a jaunt to the Bahamas. Others simply stay in Fort Pierce for the winter to enjoy the intimate Old Florida feel of the restored downtown that sits along the Intracoastal Waterway. The city’s namesake, Lt. Col. Benjamin Pierce (brother Read More
We’ve all seen the heartbreaking photos of the Bahamas — specifically Grand Bahama and Abacos — after Hurricane Dorian hit hard last September. For a nation where tourism accounts for more than half of the economy and six of 10 jobs, an event like this can be catastrophic. But not all of the Bahamas’ 700+ Read More
At the eastern tip of Cancún, a tiny slice of heaven is tucked away from the clamorous city. Isla Mujeres’ five-mile long island on the Caribbean coast is divided with flat, sandy white beaches on one side and elevated with cliffs and ancient Mayan ruins on the other. Legends say Ixchel, the Mayan goddess of Read More
Whether you love the thrill of gambling or simply enjoy the glitz and glamour at today’s world-class casinos, these waterfront destinations are a sure bet. Split into region, the following seaside casinos and gaming establishments are flush with exciting games of chance and endless hours of entertainment. New England A gaming getaway to this historic Read More
North of Porta Vallarta, a peninsula juts out into the Pacific Ocean creating a dreamy tropical paradise on Mexico’s western shore. Located on the north tip of Banderas Bay, Punta Mita has the same longitude as Hawaii, so its pitch-perfect temperature averages 75 balmy degrees in winter and 85 in summer. Its 15 acres of Read More
Everybody who loves boats should spend time in Norfolk, VA. Perched along the Elizabeth River’s shoreline, you witness a dazzling parade of nautical vessels from paddle wheel ferries, private yachts and sailboats to sleek cruise ships and massive Navy destroyers. The dramatic city skyline serves as a gorgeous backdrop for all the maritime activity. This Read More
Those who say it does not feel like the holiday season in Florida without snow haven’t experienced the nearly 100 boat parades that occur in December across the Sunshine State. Thousands of boaters cruise down for the winter when the birds fly south. Many arrive as soon as the official hurricane season is over, and Read More
Florida’s stunning seasides elevate yoga, tai chi & wellness workouts Imagine stretching into an upward dog or crescent lunge position on your yoga mat, and instead of staring at a video screen or TV, you watch the sun rise over a beachfront park, 19th century lighthouse or a tropical garden. These are just a few Read More
The short list of reasons why people love Florida includes year-round warmth, pristine beaches, palm trees and spectacular sunsets. Now you can add top-notch wine and beer to this list. Over the past decade, the Sunshine State has become a major alcohol producer of Florida Beer & Wine fueled by entrepreneurial ventures across the state. Read More
Tourists aren’t always kind to Mother Nature, but when you visit these Florida eco-tourism destinations, you can explore nature in its prime. They come to her spectacular places eager to be awed but often leave behind trails of trash, squander her resources and snag mementos that should be left undisturbed. Fortunately, conservationists are educating, building Read More