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Kirby Collins - EzineArticles.com Expert Author
Even before I started my professional career, I was using the Internet to help friends sell real estate and hotel rooms. In 1996, I put my talents to serious use with EW Scripps, a print and broadcast media company that subsequently received the Newspaper Association of America's Digital Edge Award for Best Online Newspaper. Subsequently, I became Website Manager for Primedia, a magazine publishing company, and Website Consultant for a successful dot-com start-up. My ... [More]
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- A Road Trip on I-95 Through Florida is an Adventure in Itself
[Travel-and-Leisure:Adventure-Travel] There are many exits in Florida and they lead to some of the Florida's finest destinations. The first major city in Florida on I-95 across the boarder from Georgia is Jacksonville.
- Key Largo to Key West, One Island at a Time
[Travel-and-Leisure:Destination-Tips] The Florida Keys are made up of a cluster of over 1700 islands in all, some of the main ones being Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon, Big Pine Key and of course Key West. The Dry Tortugas are islands just off Key West but are uninhabited except for the tours and day trips over to them.
- Surfing, Kite Boarding and Boating - Water Sports in Cocoa Beach
[Recreation-and-Sports:Surfing] One group of people, maybe the only group that look forward to hurricanes are the surfers. The east coast of Florida is know as the small wave capital of the world and when the storms roll in you can bet they take advantage of it. I happen to have the pleasure of living close to the Cocoa Beach Pier which is home to not only the popular Ron Jon's Surf Shop but also the Cocoa Beach Surf Company; needless to say we have a lot of surfers here. On September 5 of 2009, Tropical Storm Hanna passed about 100 miles off the coast of Florida and it was a great time to go to the Cocoa Beach Pier, which we did, to watch the surfers.
- Florida Keys - The Best Margaritas and So Much More
[Travel-and-Leisure:Destination-Tips] We have our own little tropical paradise known as the Florida Keys. The Keys are made up of many small islands and chains of island and are set at the tip of Florida so they lie in the Atlantic Ocean on one side and in the Gulf of Mexico on the other.
- A View of Orlando Theme Parks From a Florida Resident
[Travel-and-Leisure:Destination-Tips] In this day of everyone tightening their budgets vacations have taken a definite back row to other household needs but as the old adage goes," all work and no play" More and more people are staying closer to home and seeking the best location to get the most bang for their buck. We here in Florida are fortunate to have one of the best places in the world to get the most for our hard earned shrinking dollar.
- Motorsports History Runs Deep in Daytona Beach
[Recreation-and-Sports:Auto-Racing] "Gentlemen start your engines" those four words excite race fans everywhere. We here in Florida are lucky to have several venues where those words are spoken but none more famously crowd pleasing then our own Daytona Speedway.
- Try Daytona Beach For Racing, Beaches, Motorcycle Festivals and Fun Times
[Travel-and-Leisure:City-Guides-and-Information] I've lived in Central Florida for over 20 years and one of my favorite cities in the state is Daytona Beach. When I think of Daytona Beach several things come to mind. When I was younger I came for Spring Break a couple of years, it was a blast. I remember hanging out on the beach during the day getting 'the perfect tan' then going back to the room to freshen up, out to dinner and then clubbing all night. I really enjoyed meeting all the people from all over the country there to party and have a good time.
- Tampa, Florida Features Nightlife, Cruises, Sports and Urban Adventure
[Travel-and-Leisure:Destination-Tips] Beautiful Tampa and Tampa Bay are located on the west coast of Florida. Every time we go over there I discover something new and different, this time it was Channelside and the Port of Tampa.
- Biketoberfest Biker Festival in Daytona Beach Attracts Harley Fans Worldwide
[Automotive:Motorcycles] I love it when the fall comes to Florida and things start to cool down. Everyone is ready to get outdoors and enjoy all the fairs and festivals that occur this time of year. One of my favorite such events is Biketoberfest.
- Fishing in the Florida Panhandle - From Blue Marlin to Sea Trout, There's Something For Everyone
[Recreation-and-Sports:Fishing] One of the contributing factors for the great fishing is the lack of development in the Panhandle. Clean water and a lack of polluted run off from a small population keeps estuaries and back water suitable for fish spawning and bait fish reproduction.
- St Petersburg, Florida - Urban Culture to Watersports, This Vacation Destination Has it All
[Travel-and-Leisure:City-Guides-and-Information] On a recent trip to St. Petersburg I was amazed at how truly beautiful the city is and how very much there is to do and see there. The city its self has a great skyline with dramatic new buildings rising up from it and the old standards like the Pier, which is an eye catching inverted pyramid.
- Sanibel Island and Fort Myers Beach Offer So Much More Than Incredible Sunsets
[Travel-and-Leisure:Destination-Tips] Over all the Fort Myers area is a great place for those who love the outdoors whether it's on or off shore. Fishing, swimming, snorkeling, camping, hiking, biking, bird and animal watching, Fort Myers is a great place to spend a few days or life it truly has something for everyone.
- For Reel Excitement Try Fishing in the Florida Keys For Tarpon
[Recreation-and-Sports:Fishing] During a recent vacation in the Florida Keys, I decided to hire a guide and go fishing for the day. We had gone snorkeling the day before in John Pennekamp State Park and the water was crystal clear from the lack of rain in South Florida.
- Before You Visit Florida's Naturist Beaches, Brush Up on Nude Beach Etiquette
[Travel-and-Leisure:Destination-Tips] The first things one thinks of when someone says Florida is sunshine. Florida has a mild climate for most of the year and this makes it the ideal place to get out and have some fun in the sun. The best place to soak up some rays is at the beach and with over 1,000 miles of coastline Florida is the perfect place to grab a beach towel, some sunscreen and hit the sand.
- Orlando Water Parks Means Family Fun All Summer Long
[Travel-and-Leisure:City-Guides-and-Information] Summer is coming, and the family is getting anxious to get out and about. Well there is not a better time to head down to Orlando, Florida, for some fun in the sun. Orlando is the epicenter for fun, entertainment, theme parks, and the home of Disney!
- Sarasota on Florida's Gulf Coast Offers Fun, Sun and Relaxation
[Travel-and-Leisure:City-Guides-and-Information] Sarasota is culturally elegant, laid back and tranquil yet have adventure for those who seek it. This sun-drenched island community offers the chance for you to make unlimited discoveries of natural treasures starting with an unlimited number of trails both in and out of the water plus there are many water birds, land and water mammals to watch or take pictures of.
- Summer Beach Paradise in Fort Walton Beach
[Travel-and-Leisure:City-Guides-and-Information] Fort Walton Beach is a fishing and beach resort phenomenon. Named one of the Top 100 places to live, it is also teeming with visitors all spring break and summer long.
- Experience a Space Shuttle Launch From Cape Canaveral
[Travel-and-Leisure:Destination-Tips] Being a local Floridian, I've had the chance all my life to see the Space Shuttle launch off from Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral. However, nothing was like the time on that wonderful Spring day on the beach, in Cape Canaveral.
- South Florida Photo Safari is a Unique Opportunity For Sharing Photo Lighting Tips
[Arts-and-Entertainment:Photography] Lighting and time of day are very important in shooting outdoor photos. During a recent photo safari in South Florida we learned a lot about proper lighting.
- Sunny Florida Found in Clearwater and Tampa Bay
[Travel-and-Leisure:Destination-Tips] With warm, sunny, beaches, fabulous sunsets and crystal clear water, Clearwater is a great place for a weekend getaway or a week at the beach. Clearwater is located just outside Tampa, Florida and visitors will find plenty to do year round.
- Ending the Embargo Against Cuba Would Be Good For the US Economy
[News-and-Society:Politics] For the first time in nearly fifty years the United States has an opportunity to normalize relations with Cuba. The inauguration of President Barack Obama offers the chance for a clean break with the policies that have separated the US from our closest Caribbean neighbor. The Cuban people have suffered under the rule of Fidel Castro and living in a time warp where little has changed since the Communist leader lead the revolution and ousted Batista in 1959.
- Florida Cruise Ports Take You to the Caribbean and Beyond
[Travel-and-Leisure:Cruising] Taking a cruise, even the mention of it is fun and relaxing. You can take cruises all over the world; to the Mediterranean, in the Baltic Sea, you can cruise to Alaska. If you live near Florida you are particularly lucky with Key West and all over the Caribbean. We have two of the busiest cruise ports right here, Cape Canaveral and one in Ft. Lauderdale, you can also cruise from Miami.
- Pelican Island, Where Pelicans Come Home to Roost
[Reference-and-Education:Nature] If you've ever spent a late afternoon on the beaches of east central Florida, you probably noticed the lines of brown pelicans flying south around 5:00. Like many Space Coast workers, they're headed for home - in this case, Pelican Island, located near Sebastian, Florida.
- Sebastian, Florida - A Great Place to Live and Play
[Real-Estate] In Florida, you have your places to live, your places to visit, and your places to explore; Indian River County happens to be a place of all three. Being a place of interest on the news as of the past few years, you may not have heard of one of its up-and-coming towns named Sebastian.
- Boating Safety Supported by Florida Marine Industry
[Recreation-and-Sports:Boating] Florida is the perfect for getting out on the water with family and friends, but a boating accident could not only ruin the day, it could cost lives. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Commission (FWC) are encouraging all to be safe year round and here are a few reminders. Drinking and boating don't mix, and now you can be arrested for Boating Under the Influence (BUI) Don't overload your boat with too many people and equipment, most boats are labeled with the maximum weight capacity
- Bikers Gather in Daytona Beach For Fall Bike Festival
[Travel-and-Leisure:Destination-Tips] As the name would suggest Biketoberfest is a motorcycle festival generally held in mid-October in Daytona Beach. Motorcycle enthusiast from all over the country and even some from Europe come to see and be seen.
- Florida Beach Vacation Areas of the Panhandle
[Travel-and-Leisure:Destination-Tips] I've lived on the east coast of Florida for many years but it wasn't until recently that I spent a few days in the Panhandle. I was so surprised at how different it was from all the other places I had been in Florida, and I have been all over Florida. For one thing the water is a beautiful shade of emerald green and the beaches are white sand where as the water along the east coast are a beautiful clear blue and the beaches are a lovely oatmeal color, quite a contrast.
- It's Spring Break All Year Long in Panama City Beach, Florida
[Travel-and-Leisure:Destination-Tips] In Panama City Beach, as all of in the Panhandle, you'll find a place where Southern hospitality and quaint beach charm compel you to simply slow down and relax, take a warm deep breath of fresh salty air, enjoy the scenery while enjoying those you are there to share it with. Panama City Beach means different things to different people. To a family Panama City Beach is a great place to spend a vacation.
- Try Fort Walton Beach For a Fun Beach Vacation
[Travel-and-Leisure:Destination-Tips] Fort Walton Beach is famous for it's white sand beaches, fishing fleets, both commercial and recreational, and water actives. It's not unusual to see a kite surfer or even a dolphin when you're at the beach for a day. The busiest time of the year here is no doubt summer, however the fishing is great year 'round and the beautiful beach resorts are always welcoming.
- Pensacola Features the Best Gulf Seafood and White Sand Beaches in the Panhandle
[Travel-and-Leisure:Destination-Tips] Along the Florida Panhandle on the Gulf of Mexico you'll find the city of Pensacola. Pensacola is part of a stretch of Florida loving called the 'Redneck Rivera' by the locals and in a way this is very true.
- If You Want Wet Slippery Fun, Try a Water Park Vacation in Florida
[Travel-and-Leisure:Destination-Tips] So, its mid summer and you haven't had a chance to get out of the house for a vacation yet, but you really want to head down to Florida to experience all it has to offer. With so many places of interest, you never know where you might go. Well, why not take this chance to get away from the mundane of simple theme parks and join millions of others whom favor one of Florida's most precious gifts: Water!
- New Theme Park Rides in Central Florida For Your Family Getaway
[Travel-and-Leisure:Destination-Tips] Along with popular theme parks such as Disney World Resorts, there are now a whole host of other new places to get familiar with. SeaWorld has a new water park called Aquatica, Universal Studios has a new motion simulator ride called the Simpsons and CityWalk has a new karaoke club where you're the star. Aquatica is one of the newest water parks and is part of the SeaWorld family theme parks, its a unique water park where you can play alongside the sea life.
- Beach Tips to Keep Your Family Comfortable and Safe
[Travel-and-Leisure:Outdoors] When I was 16, it was June and we had just moved to Florida. I was so excited I could picture that golden tan I was going to get. I remember distinctly my father's words as we headed off to the beach with our towels and radio in search of the perfect tan.
- Trendy Fort Lauderdale Is America's Venice
[Travel-and-Leisure:Destination-Tips] Fort Lauderdale is a favorite spot of tourists and Floridians alike, it's the seventh largest city in Florida. Gone are the old days of Fort Lauderdale being synonymous with the Spring Break. These days Fort Lauderdale means a lot more, it's matured and become more upscale.
- New Orlando Family Adventures And Theme Parks
[Travel-and-Leisure:Destination-Tips] So what can you do as a family in Orlando; a better question would be what can't you do? The first thing that springs to mind is theme parks, Orlando is kind of known for them. Sure, there are the popular parks such as the Disney theme parks, including their water parks and resorts, no doubt these are some of the best Orlando attractions.
- 3-2-1 Liftoff - Fun In The Sun On The Space Coast
[Travel-and-Leisure:Destination-Tips] Since the early days of the Mercury program, visitors to the Space Coast have enjoyed NASA launches from Kennedy Space Center and Space Shuttle launches are to continue into 2010 when NASA is planning to retire the space shuttle fleet. When a Space Shuttle launches, people come from all over the country to see it, they are so spectacular. Launches are such a large part of the Space Coast, we made 321 our area code.
- The Florida Keys - Feel the Transformation
[Travel-and-Leisure:Destination-Tips] The Keys stretch over 110 miles from Key Largo, considered the first 'Key', down to Key West. You can snorkel, sail, and fish here, and that's only a beginning.
- Florida Fun During the Winter 2008 Season in Daytona Beach
[Travel-and-Leisure] Daytona Beach is the Hot Destination this winter with Spring Break, Bike Week, Races and more. With so much to do you'll want to come back again in the summer.
- A Historical Family Favorite - St Augustine Is A Vacation Destination Worth Learning About
[Travel-and-Leisure] Years before St. Augustine became a vacation paradise for families, it became St. Augustine in 1565. The settlement was already forty-two years old when Historic Jamestown was founded, and today as the oldest European town in the United States. Now St. Augustine is one of Florida's favorite travel destination with attractions, beaches and historical significance.
- Florida Vacations Feature Plenty of Diversity
[Travel-and-Leisure] Florida Vacations Feature Plenty of Diversity with places like Miami, Orlando, Florida and the Florida Keys.
- Favorite Florida Beaches for the Perfect Vacation
[Travel-and-Leisure] Plan the perfect Florida beach get away. Florida beaches are great fun for families, couples and singles.
- Indian River Watersports Feature the Best of Vero Beach
[Travel-and-Leisure:Vacation-Rentals] The Treasure Coast of Florida offers a great fishing, surfing, diving and sailing.
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