Join us and the Florida Travel Girl as we dish about Melbourne Florida.

From world-famous racing to vintage soda festivals, Sebring has something for everyone.

There are all kinds of unique fun in Florida. Try investigating a Dinner Show in Florida is a great way to experience something just a little different.

https://floridatravelpod.com/dinner-shows-in-florida/

What's up this week? 
This week, learn all the ins and out of the Sanibel and Captiva Islands.  Here you will find some of the most beautiful beaches in Florida without the crowds.  Go back to a simpler time.


This weeks sponsor:
This week's episode is brought to you by Original Disnerd.  Disney classics the way only a true Disney nerd would remember.


Products and location mentions:

• Airbnb - Book your trip to Sanibel or Captiva through Airbnb 
• Bailey Matthews Shell Museum
• Florida's Living Beaches - A Guide for the Curious Beachcomber 
• If you are staying Island Inn, you can look into this as part of your stay.  If not, you can book your guided beach walk with a biologist here. 
• Bike Rentals 

This week's homeschool moments:

Because we're forever homeschooling, let's have a little class today! 

• What is a tributary?
• Christina just had to know...What is an Olive Shell?
• What are sand dollar restrictions?

Florida Featured Product of the Week:

• Caloosa Water Wear

Support the show 

We are talking about camping this week.  We will talk about everything from springs to hiking, to tips and tricks about the camping life.  Have you camped?  Always wanted to?  Learn all about the things you will see, places to go, and hear suggestions on things you can do while camping.

This weeks sponsor:
This week’s episode is brought to you by RV Share. 

Products and location mentions:

• RV Share
• Florida State Park Springs
• bug spray wipes
• bug zapper
• propane insect repeller
• fire ring
• propane fire pit
• Florida State Parks
• Florida National Parks
• Camping in Florida
• Hiking in Florida
• Bird Watching
• All Trails app

Are you interested in learning more about the camping life?  I want to recommend reading See You at the Campground.  This book is chock full of information on all types of camping.  They have also followed this book up with a new release coming soon called  Where Should we Camp Next?  This is on my list too.  I cannot wait for its release!


Because Christina apparently needs an education on state parks vs national parks, keep your eyes peeled for a future lesson...I mean episode, so Christina can get her parks straight!

This weeks sponsor:
This week's episode is brought to you by Airbnb. Relax on your own Florida private beach or plan a multi-family vacation. Airbnb has you covered with a huge variety of housing options and endless locations.

Products and location mentions:

• bioluminescent tour 
• tides app
• The Ultimate Guide to Florida Sand
• Florida's Living Beaches Book
• Florida Laws protecting beaches
• Where to see Sea Turtle Nests in Florida
• Christina needs to learn about Sandpipers!

Also, in case our episode left you wondering, the depth of the gulf is roughly 5,200 feet!

Florida Featured Product of the Week

• 3 Daughters Key Lime Hard Apple Cider

This week we talk about the many things you can do in St. Augustine, Florida, the nation's oldest city.

Join us as we talk about the beaches, history, shopping, and more.

Products and location mentions:

-St. Augustine Beaches

-San Sebastian Winery

-Visit St. Augustine

-National Parks Pass

-Castillo de SanMarcos 

-The Old Jail

-Trolly Tours

GUIDE BOOKS

The Historical Traveler's Guide to Florida

Time Traveler's Guide to Florida

FOOD

-Auggie's Draft Room

-Food in St. Augustine

Florida Product of the Week:

-Barnie's Coffee

Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/floridatravelpod/creators)

This week's sponsor:

Original Disnerd

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We've celebrated a few birthdays in various ways across the sunshine state. This week we take a look at a bunch of fun things to do for your birthday in Florida.

https://floridatravelpod.com/things-to-do-for-your-birthday-in-florida

Downtown Tampa is a fun place to go for a date day and date night. We walked through the best things to do in Downtown Tampa.

Visit our show notes for links:

https://floridatravelpod.com/things-to-do-in-downtown-tampa/

Tarpon Springs is home to a thriving greek community and dining scene. But that's not all there is to do there. Listen in to our best things to do in Tarpon Springs Florida.

For a full list of show notes and links:

https://floridatravelpod.com/things-to-do-in-tarpon-springs-florida/

If you're in Florida, and you want to see sea turtles, you're in luck. We list out the best places to see sea turtles, both in the wild and in sanctuaries. From turtle nesting to turtle hatching...

For a full list of links and show notes, visit here

https://floridatravelpod.com/best-places-to-see-sea-turtles/

This week we talk about some of the differences and generalities of each side, and what we like about the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. Bonuses and benefits, and how to choose the Florida Gulf vs Atlantic Beaches.

https://floridatravelpod.com/florida-gulf-vs-atlantic-beaches/

We're bringing back our gift guide in time for the holidays. But hurry and order now in time for Christmas.

Our curated Florida Featured Products can be found in the links here.

https://floridatravelpod.com/best-of-florida-gift-guide/

Getting rained out? These fun rainy day activities will have you forget your worries.

One of our favorite charming small towns in Florida, Winter Park has a host of things to do, making it a perfect add on to your Orlando area vacation.

https://floridatravelpod.com/winter-park-florida

We've got another rebroadcast for you just in time to get ready for snow in Florida! Okay, maybe not real snow, but the holidays are here! Spending the holidays in Florida has a special magic throughout the state that you don't get anywhere else.

floridatravelpod.com/how-to-do-the-holidays-in-florida/

Hope you're hungry. We're dishing about the best food tours where you can get a taste of Florida and the history that goes with it.

Rebroadcasting this because the holidays just keep getting better!

If you want to do all the amazing things at the theme parks in Central Florida for the holidays, you've come to the right place. check out the show notes here:

https://floridatravelpod.com/holidays-at-the-florida-theme-parks

**Note: this episode was recorded before Hurricane Ian. Please check with the individual state parks in regard to the current operating status.**

Some of the best Florida state parks are located on the Gulf Coast of Florida. The Gulf of Mexico is on the West Coast of Florida. The Sunshine State is known for its outdoor experiences. Florida’s state parks have miles of trails, historic sites, picnic areas, white sand beaches, wildlife viewing, and endless activities for the entire family. Overnight stays in a campground, swimming in the clear waters of the pristine beaches, horseback riding; pack a lunch, and grab some picnic tables. Follow us as we check out the popular activities and adventures to be found in the Gulf Coast Florida State Parks.

Find links and details here https://floridatravelpod.com/gulf-coast-florida-state-parks/

Enjoy this rebroadcast of the bet haunted locations in South Florida. As always, check the show notes for links for updated info, especially in light of Hurricane Ian.

https://floridatravelpod.com/haunted-locations-in-south-florida/

Our rebroadcast of Haunted Locations in Central Florida. We are back talking about more spooky places to visit in Florida. This week, we'll talk about Central Florida and all its haunts and ghostly residents.

Our show notes are here. https://floridatravelpod.com/haunted-locations-of-central-florida/

As always, check the locations to see if they are still open

Bringing back our episode from last year, our finds of Haunted locations in North Florida.

As always, make sure you read our show notes here https://floridatravelpod.com/haunted-locations-of-north-florida/ and research any changes that may occur.

This week, we decided to explore the unique bars you can find all around Florida. The way we look at it, you can explore any town for just about any themed idea. Unique bars are no different! Explore all Florida has to offer in Unique Bars.

For links and show notes:

https://floridatravelpod.com/unique-bars-in-florida/

We love using travel for education. But education is not just for students. For all the science nerds out there, us included, we have collected some of the best and most favorite travels through Florida to use for Science Education. Nerd out with us on all things Science in Florida Travel.

https://floridatravelpod.com/science-educational-resources/

If you are visiting Florida during the Halloween season, there is no shortage of places to find a good scare. You will find everything from fright nights to petrified forests and ghost tours for the whole family. Central Florida is very well known for its live entertainment. You are guaranteed to find the most incredible special effects most likely done by a local artist. Florida haunted houses can be some of the best haunted houses in the country.

Let us introduce you to Wild Florida. We love all things Old Florida and this is the epitome of exactly that. Walk the trails, see the animals, take an airboat tour, or take a drive-thru safari. They have it all and this is why you should visit Wild Florida.

https://floridatravelpod.com/visit-wild-florida/

One of the best road trips in the country is cruising the islands of the Florida Keys. Here's what to do, where to stop, and what to see in the Florida Keys.

https://floridatravelpod.com/florida-keys-road-trip/

Our guest, Sarah, tells us all about the 30A area, from why it's called 30A and why you need to visit.

This week we're talking about the various cruise ports in Florida with special guest and travel agent, Zee Michaelson.

https://floridatravelpod.com/cruising-through-the-florida-ports/

We're going back to the natural springs in Florida, this time diving into the springs in the North.

https://floridatravelpod.com/natural-springs-in-north-florida/

Christina visits Palm Beach and explores all things to do and places to eat in the luxurious city.

https://floridatravelpod.com/palm-beach/

We have a special guest this week talking all about the books that take place in Florida.

https://floridatravelpod.com/books-that-take-place-in-florida/

Small towns like Lido Key are special with their food, fun, and stunning sunny beaches. Here are our thoughts on why this hidden gem needs to be discovered.

https://floridatravelpod.com/lido-key-florida/

Visiting Central Florida? Here are some of our favorite State Parks in the area, and what you should know about them. You definitely should visit these when you're here visiting the theme parks.

https://floridatravelpod.com/central-florida-state-parks/

Family fun and exciting nature await in PCB, Panama City Beach, Florida. And sunscreen, don't forget your sunscreen.

Find all the great things to do in our show notes

https://floridatravelpod.com/panama-city-beach/

https://floridatravelpod.com/panama-city-beach

This is a fun laugh out loud episode that explores the weirdest festivals we have in Florida. From possoms to mullet, we've got questions!

See our full list here:

https://floridatravelpod.com/weirdest-festivals-in-florida/

There are a lot of great springs and swimming holes in Florida. We're starting off our list of Florida Springs and who knows how many we'll end up doing.

Read our list here:

https://floridatravelpod.com/florida-springs-part-1/

We are back on our road trip series. This week, we road trip from Daytona to Miami. As with most of our road trip series, you will find fun and unique places to visit all along the route from Daytona to Miami and everything in between.

4th of July Fireworks are coming in with a bang. Hear some of our favorite places in Florida to watch fireworks for Independence Day.

Journey back in time to some of our favorite and interesting historical places in Florida.

https://floridatravelpod.com/historical-places-in-florida/

We're covering the history and military museums throughout Florida. Find our take and updates here.

https://floridatravelpod.com/history-military-museums-in-florida/

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Our favorite places to get some culture and learn a few science facts. Check our show notes for our favorite and interesting art & science museums in Florida.

https://floridatravelpod.com/art-science-museums-in-florida/

From gangsters to pirates and more, Orlando is home to a lot of themed restaurants. We give you the low down on some of our favorites.

We dive into our favorite gangsters, pirates, knights, drag queens and more.

https://floridatravelpod.com/themed-restaurants-in-orlando/

Have you ever heard of Geocaching? We go in detail about what it is, how to do it, and how it makes you travel better.

Find out more:

https://floridatravelpod.com/geocaching-in-florida/

We have more than just shark's teeth here. If you haven't had the chance to try out some fossil hunting in Florida, we've got the list for you!

https://floridatravelpod.com/fossil-hunting-in-florida

We love our festivals here in Florida There are so many to choose from. You can find a festival just about any weekend in any month of the year. Pick a Florida city and find a Florida festival. Whether you are looking for food, fun, adventure, or anything in between, Florida has all the best spring and summer festivals.

https://floridatravelpod.com/spring-and-summer-florida-festivals/

Southwest Florida. Harmony is the owner of Paradise Travel and is an absolutely unique, well-researched, and knowledgeable travel agent. She really knows her stuff. Although we have spent a lot of time at Universal resorts, she has some in-depth knowledge, tips, standard rooms, and tricks on the Universal Orlando Resorts.

For all the show notes, visit here.

https://floridatravelpod.com/where-to-stay-at-universal-studios-florida/

This unique community in Miami is home to food, cigars, culture, and did we say food? Join us with special guest Amy from the Florida Travel Girl as we explore Little Havana.

https://floridatravelpod.com/exploring-little-havana-in-miami/

This week Christina tells about the multi-levels of fun they had while visiting the Elev8 Fun experience in Sanford, Florida.

Get the links and show notes here https://floridatravelpod.com/extreme-fun-at-elev8-in-sanford/