Welcome to Florida
Travel, History & Coastal Life
From sugar-soft beaches to orange-pink sunsets that stop you in your tracks, Florida has always felt like a place where life slows down just long enough to soak it all in. I’ve been visiting the Sunshine State since I was a little kid, and no matter how many times I return, there’s always something new to explore—whether it’s a hidden beach town, a quirky roadside attraction, a historic lighthouse, or a palm-lined boardwalk perfect for an evening stroll.
Here you’ll find everything Florida:
☀️ Travel guides & coastal road trips
🌴 Beach life—from laid-back Gulf towns to buzzing Atlantic cities
🌇 Unforgettable sunsets (yes, the kind people actually applaud for!)
🏖️ Where to stay, what to do, and how to live like a local—whether you’re visiting for a week or dreaming of calling it home
⛳ And yes—even a few of our favorite Florida golf courses along the way
Whether you’re planning your next vacation, chasing the perfect beach day, or simply curious about life in Florida beyond the theme parks, this page is your starting point.
Dive in, explore, and let the salt air and sunshine do the rest.
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The Legendary Pink Palace Florida’s Historic Hotel
The Don CeSar, Florida’s iconic “Pink Palace,” is one of the most unforgettable places I’ve ever stayed. With its 1920s glamour, sweeping Gulf views, and rich history, this rosy beachfront landmark blends old-world charm with modern luxury. From the moment you arrive to the final sunset over St. Pete Beach, the Don CeSar delivers a truly magical Florida getaway.
Discover The Ponce de León Inlet Lighthouse
Rising 175 feet above the coast just south of Daytona Beach, the Ponce de León Inlet Lighthouse has stood watch since 1887. What began as a modest light station at Mosquito Inlet evolved through wars, changing technologies and community rescue into one of the most impressive lighthouse museums in the U.S. Join me as I dig into its story—and why it’s on my travel list.
St. Augustine Lighthouse History on Florida’s Coast
Long before its black-and-white spiral stripes became a Florida icon, the St. Augustine Lighthouse stood as a lonely watchtower, a protective sentinel over the shifting waters of the Atlantic. From shipwrecks and wartime danger to family tragedies, heroic keepers, and its near-demolition in the 1970s, this lighthouse has survived more than most buildings ever will. Today, it shines not just as a navigational beacon, but as a museum, a classroom, and a piece of living history — especially during the Christmas season, when the lantern room glows above a landscape of twinkling lights.