Cedar Key in 2024 – A Small, Authentic, Old Florida City
Cedar Key in 2024 is genuinely original and hard to beat when it’s compared to any other authentic, Old Florida … Read more
Authentic Florida’s Favorite Romantic Getaways
Chocolates and flowers are wonderful, but nothing beats a Florida romantic getaway with your favorite person. It’s always the perfect … Read more
A Recap of Our 2018 Authentic Florida Bucket List
How Many of Your Florida Bucket List 2018 Adventures Were You Able to Check Off Your List? We Hope Our … Read more
A Visit to Remarkable Rainbow Springs State Park (2024)
Rainbow Springs State Park is home to the Rainbow River’s headspring, which feeds into one of the most beloved waterways in the state.
A Day Trip to Authentic Dade City
Amidst green hills and pastures, an hour north of Tampa and a little over an hour west of Orlando, you’ll … Read more
Home is Where the Art is at Whimzeyland in Safety Harbor
We believe in being true to ourselves and love when we discover Authentic Floridians who beat to their own drum. … Read more
Caladesi Island Earns Spot On Dr. Beach’s Top 10 Beaches List
Caladesi Island is like nothing you’ve seen before. Imagine a pristine Florida island before the existence of homes, condominiums, crowded … Read more
Shell Key: Wait, Wait, We Found Another One!
Do you enjoy finding islands that are uninhabited, undeveloped, and natural? These days, it’s not easy to find a real … Read more
Celebrate M.O.M: Museum of Motherhood in St. Pete, FL
Museum of Motherhood in St. Pete photo by Julie York Coppens
Florida Orange Juice and the Infamous Orange Bird
Orange juice, especially Florida orange juice, is considered one of the healthiest beverages because of its wide range of benefits. … Read more
Where to Find Fresh Florida Citrus (2024)
Looking for places to pick fresh Florida citrus or buy direct from the grove? You’ve come to the right place. … Read more
Three Small Authentic Florida Towns to Visit
This is a tale of three small towns in Florida to visit, each centered by an old courthouse representing the … Read more
Explore Open Spaces and Vibrant Places in Pasco County
Just 30 minutes north of Tampa and 75 minutes west of Orlando, Pasco County is home to endless outdoor adventures, … Read more
Join the Fun at a Florida Sugar Cane Syrup Boil
Experience a Sugar Cane Syrup Boil, a long-standing Florida Cracker tradition dating back to the earliest pioneers where you can … Read more
Letting it all Go on the Hillsborough River
Let it all go with the gentle current of the Hillsborough River, a well-shaded downstream easy paddle ride loaded with … Read more
Florida’s Nature Coast Cool Down Activities
Considering a visit to Florida’s Nature Coast? Summer is always a fun time to enjoy Florida’s outdoors, especially on the … Read more
Experience the Best of Natural Old Florida on the Chaz
Locals call it the “Chaz,” or the Chassahowitzka River, a waterway that winds through natural Old Florida in Citrus County, … Read more
Tips for Visiting Siesta Key
Authentic Florida provides tips for beaches, restaurants, and accommodations while visiting Siesta Key, a southwest Florida barrier island off the … Read more
Rick Kilby’s 5 Favorite “Old Florida” Roadside Attractions
Guest blogger and author Rick Kilby shared his favorite “Old Florida” roadside attractions, which still delight visitors with kitschy fun … Read more
A Visit to Juniper Springs, Ocala National Forest
A visit to Juniper Springs is a must. This one is for the “in your life” category. It’s one of … Read more
Create Your Own Farm-to-Table Event
The shade of the overhanging oak tree kept the temperature perfect, as a quiet breeze passed through the yard. A … Read more
Florida Blueberries: The 2024 Season is Here!
Want to pick Florida blueberries? It’s time for the Florida blueberry season.
Three Sisters Springs – Temporarily Closed
Three Sisters Springs in Florida is the natural place to watch manatees gather. If you stop at the Crystal River … Read more
Bok Tower Gardens Sparkle for the Holidays (2023)
Bok Tower Gardens Christmas Celebrations are some of the most beautiful you will experience in Central Florida. Read on to … Read more
Two Wonderful Weeki Wachee Book Recommendations
Reviewed by Guest Contributor, Joyce Sparrow I finally got to check Weeki Wachee Springs State Park off my Florida bucket … Read more