Florida Travel Fanatics

Florida is famous for well known beaches like Miami Beach, Clearwater-St Pete, Sanibel Captiva, Daytona Beach, and Fort Lauderdale. In the third and final episode of this series, and we'll talk more about lesser known beaches that experienced Florida travelers and locals often prefer. From Jacksonville Beach all the way around the state to Dog Island, we'll talk about some fantastic beaches and beach towns that many of you have never heard of. Our Links : Subscribe to our Newsletter www.FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our YouTube Channel Instagram Twitter Monthly $$ contribution to help support our Podcast Email : contact@FloridaTravelFanatics.com Florida Avenue Brewing, Tampa NOAA's website for hurricane forecasts 1st Annual Jacksonville Beer, Bourbon, and BBQ Festival on June 15th (2024) Gale Force Twins YouTube Channel 00:00) Introduction (03:25) Florida Travel News (06:52) Florida Travel Tips (12:04) Main Topic : How to Enjoy Florida's Off the Beaten Path Beaches Support the Show.

In this episode we interview Walt Disney World expert, Lou Mongello. Lou is a legend in the world of travel podcasting, with his WDW Radio podcast that started in 2005 ! Lou has been going to the parks since they opened in 1971, and lives in Orlando and is very passionate about all things Disney. In this episode, talks about the magic of the Disney experience, why he still enjoys it so much, and gives great tips to both Disney newbies and Disney experts. A published author, keynote speaker and business coach, Lou truly enjoys what he does and it shows! We greatly enjoyed doing this interview, and we know you'll enjoy listening to it. Watch this interview on YouTube Lou's WDW Radio Website Lou's Instagram WDW Radio YouTube Channel Lou's YouTube Channel (coaching, speaking, Momentum Group, etc) Lou's TwitterX Subscribe to our Newsletter www.FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our YouTube Channel Instagram Twitter Monthly $$ contribution to help support our Podcast Email : contact@FloridaTravelFanatics.com 00:00) Introduction (02:04) Florida Travel News (13:33) Florida Travel Tips (16:13) Main Topic : How to enjoy Walt Disney World interview with Lou Mongello and his WDW Radio podcast Support the Show.

In our first official interview podcast episode, we are thrilled that we've been able to interview Jacksonville Beach local Alban Brooke, who just happens to be the head of marketing for Buzzsprout, our podcast hosting company. Alban loves living in Jax Beach, and he's always willing to talk about why he loves it and share tips and suggestions for people who may want to visit there. Whether you're a golfer coming to play the awesome courses, or an avid traveller looking for a Florida trip that's a little more "off the beaten path", this trip is for you. As Heather always says, "travel like a local" ! Watch the video podcast version of this interview on YouTube Alban's suggestions from this episode : Beaches MayportAtlantic BeachNeptune BeachJax BeachPonte VedraWhere to stay Things to do Restaurants & bars Over the ditch Alban Brooke Head of Marketing, Buzzsprout LinkedIn | Twitter Support the Show.

Florida is famous for well known beaches like Miami Beach, Clearwater-St Pete, Sanibel Captiva, Daytona Beach, and Fort Lauderdale. In the second episode of this series we'll talk about lesser known beaches that experienced Florida travelers and locals prefer. From Seaside Beach all the way around the state to Perdido Key, we'll talk about some fantastic beaches that many of you have never heard of. This is part 2 of a 3 part series ! Cigar City Brewery Taproom Tampa James Beard Awards Florida Sportsman Project Dreamboat in Stuart Tampa Bay Kids Triathlon Space Coast Burger Battle North Beach Park, Amelia Island Boneyard Beach Velano Beach Cocoa Beach Ron Jon Surf Shop Cocoa Beach Vero Beach Juno Beach Loggerhead Marinelife Center Delray Beach Fort Zachary Taylor State Park Beach TigerTail Beach Yoga on the Beach, Key West Fort Desoto Park Beach Sand Key Park Fort Island Beach State Park Cape San Blas Mexico Beach Rosemary Beach Grayton Beach Support the Show.

Florida is famous for well known beaches like Miami Beach, Clearwater-St Pete, Sanibel Captiva, Daytona Beach, and Fort Lauderdale. In this episode we'll talk about lesser known beaches that experienced Florida travelers and locals prefer. From Fernandina Beach all the way around the state to Perdido Key, we'll talk about some fantastic beaches that many of you have never heard of. Subscribe to our Newsletter www.FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our YouTube Channel Instagram Twitter Monthly $$ contribution to help support our Podcast Email : contact@FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our Youtube video for Playalinda Beach walk Our Youtube video for Perdido Key Florida Man Games Florida list of "U-pick" farms Brightline Train mailing list Easter Sunday Service at Raymond James Stadium Tortuga Music Festival schedule Episode #11, How to have a great Florida beach day Fernandina Beach Downtown Guide St Augustine Beach New Smyrna Beach Playalinda Beach Hutchinson Island Beaches Blowing Rocks Preserve Bahia Honda State Park Beach Cayo Costa State Park Boca Grande Beach Lovers Key State Park Pass a Grille Beach Caladesi Island Beach Honeymoon State Park Beach Fred Howard State Park Beach St George Island Beaches Navarre Beach Perdido Key Beach (00:00) Introduction (05:19) Florida Travel News (08:19) Florida Travel Tips (15:54) Main Topic : How to enjoy Florida's Off the Beaten Path Support the Show.

Roadtripping in Florida can be a lot of fun, but sometimes you just don't want to drive when you're traveling ! In this episode we'll talk about way to get around in Florida that don't involve driving, which includes a regional Florida airline, train travel, ferries, and water taxis. Our Links : Subscribe to our Newsletter www.FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our YouTube Channel Instagram Twitter Monthly $$ contribution to help support our Podcast Email : contact@FloridaTravelFanatics.com Join our Private Facebook Group Episode Links: PGA Tour's Players Championship MLB's Grapefruit League Spring Training Baseball games Orlando Weekly Tampa Bay Airfest at MacDill Air Force Base Easter Sunday Service at Raymond James Stadium Tampa with Grace Family Church Our episode 14 on How to Road Trip in Florida Brightline Trains Florida Amtrak rail travel Amtrak Auto Train Key West Express ferries Pensacola Bay City Ferry Blue Angels practices Tampa to St Pete Cross Bay Ferry (00:00) Introduction (04:43) Florida Travel News (08:59) Florida Travel Tips (16:38) Main Topic : How to enjoy Florida without driving Support the Show.

Given that Florida is a peninsula surrounded by saltwater, it's no suprise that it's one of the best places in the world to get fresh seafood. In this episode we'll talk about how to enjoy Florida oysters, blue crabs, stone crab claws, spiny lobster, and fish throughout the state. Whether you're trying to catch it yourself, find a local seafood market, or look for a great local seafood restaurant, we'll cover it all. Chef Heather will offer advice on how to cook it yourself ! Our Links : Subscribe to our Newsletter www.FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our YouTube Channel Instagram Twitter Monthly $$ contribution to help support our Podcast Email : contact@FloridaTravelFanatics.com Join our Private Facebook Group Tampa Bay Area Renaissance Festival Miami Open Tennis Tournament www.DiscoverFloridaChannel.com Discover Florida "How to Do Florida" on YouTube Our Episode #16, "How to enjoy fishing in Florida" Ybor City Deviled Crab recipe (00:00) Introduction (00:28) Florida Travel News (03:00) Florida Travel Tips (07:54) Main Topic : How to enjoy Florida Seafood Support the Show.

Florida has a long history with aviation, especially military aviation. And our mild weather is ideal to host large air shows. In this episode we'll give you our advice on how to best enjoy these museums and air shows, from the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola to an air show over Miami Beach. Our Links : Subscribe to our Newsletter www.FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our YouTube Channel Instagram Twitter Monthly $$ contribution to help support our Podcast Email : contact@FloridaTravelFanatics.com Join our Private Facebook Group Conde Nast Traveler Magazine article on the best beaches near Orlando Tortuga Music Festival Lineup MacDill Air Force Base Tampa "Tampa Bay Airfest" Miami International Boat Show South Beach Food and Wine Festival, Miami and Miami Beach National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola National Naval Aviation Museum Blue Angels Practice Schedule Air Force Armament Museum Valiant Air Command, Titusville Cape Canaveral Space Force Museum Florida Air Museum, Lakeland Wings Over Miami Air Museum Naval Air Station Fort Lauderdale Museum The Deland Naval Air Station Museum MacDill AFB Tampa Bay Airfest Air Dot Show Tour Orlando Sanford Airport Air Dot Show Tour Fort Lauderdale Beach Hyundai Air & Sea Show Miami Beach Pensacola Beach Air Show NAS Jacksonville Air Show (00:00) Introduction (04:30) Florida Travel News (06:30) Florida Travel Tips (09:36) Main Topic : How to enjoy aviation museums & air shows in Florida Support the Show.

Florida is full of great live music, whether it's a big concert at a stadium from a world famous band like the Rolling Stones, a small and intimate jazz club in Miami Beach, or the Key West Song Writer's Festival. In this episode we'll talk about how you can enjoy concerts and live music during your next trip to Florida. We'll tell you how to find bands you want to hear, or just a local venue for a night of live music from a local band you've probably never heard of. Our Links : Subscribe to our Newsletter www.FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our YouTube Channel Instagram Twitter Monthly $$ contribution to help support our Podcast Join our Facebook Group Email : contact@FloridaTravelFanatics.com Tampa Airport Newsletter Miami New Times newspaper "Miami Pizza Week" Subscribe to Miami New Times independent newspaper (we love it!) www.BandsInTown.com Ruth Eckherd Hall The Mahaffey Theater, downtown St Petersburg The Trans Siberian Orchestra iThink West Palm Beach Amphitheater House of Blues Orlando The Crowbar, Ybor City in Tampa Jannus Live, downtown St Petersburg Hard Rock Casino Tampa Event Center Hard Rock Casino Hollywood Event Center VisitFlorida.com Beach Front concert venues Miami's Hottest Live Music Venues VisitJacksonville.com Live Music Key West Songwriter's Festival (00:00) Introduction (01:39) Florida Travel News (05:52) Florida Travel Tips (09:11) Main Topic : How to enjoy concerts and live music in Florida! Support the Show.

When you think of places to hike, Florida is probably the last place you'd think of. However, Florida has hundreds of excellent places to hike, including the 1,400 mile Florida Trail ! In this episode we'll talk about the Trail and other great places to hike in Florida, as well as recommend some websites, apps, and books to help you find a Florida hike that's perfect for you. Our Links : Subscribe to our Newsletter www.FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our YouTube Channel Instagram Twitter Monthly $$ contribution to help support our Podcast Join our Facebook Group Email : contact@FloridaTravelFanatics.com Icon of the Seas YouTube videos : Initial arrival into Port Miami (day time) First departure from Miami (night time) KSC Space Camp for kids 7-16 Easter Sunday service at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa Fairchild Tropical Botanical Gardens' "Festival of Chocolate" www.FloridaHikes.com www.AllTrails.com Amazon affiliate link to "50 Hikes in Central Florida" VisitFlorida.com Beach Hikes Bonus Florida Trail video not mentioned in the episode !! USDA Forest Service guide for the Florida Trail (00:00) Introduction (00:28) Florida Travel News (04:20) Florida Travel Tips (07:17) Main Topic : Hiking in Florida Support the Show.

Seeing manatees in Florida is a unique experience that everyone should do in their lifetime! To see these large but docile and curious creators lumbering through the water is a special treat. In this episode we'll talk about the different ways to see them, when and where to see them, and even a way to see some during the summer months. We'll also talk about some of the experiences we've had with them, including kayaking over juvenile manatees at Crystal River, watching them from the boardwalk at Three Sisters Spring, and seeing them along with Spotted Eagle Rays at the Teco Manatee Viewing Center in Tampa. Our Links : Subscribe to our Newsletter www.FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our YouTube Channel Instagram Twitter Monthly $$ contribution to help support our Podcast Join our Facebook Group Email : contact@FloridaTravelFanatics.com National Naval Aviation Museum Sign up for Brightline train special deals Manatee photographer Carol Grant's website VisitFlorida.com's Where and How to see Manatees Three Sisters Spring, Crystal River Blue Springs State Park Tampa Electric Manatee Viewing Center Lee County Manatee Park, Fort Myers Manatee Lagoon, West Palm Beach Merritt Island National Wildlife Refuge VisitFlorida.com list of manatee outfitters VisitFlorida.com list of manatee webcams Bradenton's Bishop Museum of Science and Nature Manatee Habitat (00:00) Introduction (00:30) Florida Travel News (05:58) Florida Travel Tips (10:45) The 12 months of Florida : The Best Things to Do All Year Long Support the Show.

If you're planning a trip to Florida and wondering about the weather and what time of year to visit and what activities you can enjoy, this episode is for you. We'll offer advice and suggestions on how to enjoy the weather and many Florida activities ALL 12 months of the year. Our Links : Subscribe to our Newsletter www.FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our YouTube Channel Instagram Twitter Monthly $$ contribution to help support our Podcast Join our Facebook Group Email : contact@FloridaTravelFanatics.com New "Royal" ship, Icon of the Seas : https://www.royalcaribbean.com/icon-of-the-seas Surfing Santas : https://surfingsantas.org/ Spring Training games Grapefruit League Everglades Seafood Festival St Augustine Lions Seafood Festival Tampa Florida RV Supershow Central Florida Highland Scottish Games St Augustine Night of Lights Daytona 500 Gran Prix of St Petersburg Everglades Seafood Festival Mt Dora Arts Festival South Florida Garlic Festival Florida State Fair Pensacola Mardi Gras Coconut Grove Arts Festival Daytona Night Sky Festival Swamp Cabbage Festival Orlando Lunar New Year Festival Florida Craft Brew Wingfest Tortuga Music Festival Flora Bama Mullet Toss Springing The Blues Music Festival, Jacksonville Beach Jacksonville Jazz Festival SunFest, West Palm Bach Key West Songwriters Festival Kissimmee Cuban Sandwich Festival Vero Beach Burgers and Brews Festival (at the limit of what we can add to the episode notes!) (00:00) Introduction (01:06) Florida Travel News (05:32) Florida Travel Tips (10:46) The 12 months of Florida : The Best Things to Do All Year Long Support the Show.

Eating well on vacation or trip to Florida doesn't have to be expensive or complicated. In this we'll talk about eating on a budget, how to shop for groceries and alcohol in Florida, how to cook in your hotel or rental home, how to find good local restaurants (including our favorites!) and all the way up to Florida's Michelin Guide ! We'll also recommend Florida specific foods such as grouper, stone crab claws, Gulf ship and oysters, Key Lime pie, and gator nuggets. Our Links : Subscribe to our Newsletter www.FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our YouTube Channel Instagram Twitter Monthly $$ contribution to help support our Podcast Join our Facebook Group Email : contact@FloridaTravelFanatics.com St Augustine’s “Nights of Lights” "Night of Lights" Free Shuttle Kennedy Space Center Falcon Heavy Rocket Launch Sunday Dec 10th New Kennedy Under the Stars event February 2nd South Beach Wine and Food Festival 2024 Gasparilla Pirate Fest : https://www.visittampabay.com/tampa-events/gasparilla-season/gasparilla-pirate-fest/ Tampa's Pirate Fashion store https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/travel/how-to-get-free-breakfast-at-these-8-major-hotels Florida Michelin Guide Rusty Bellies Seafood Restaurant Tarpon Springs: https://www.rustybellies.com 4 Rivers Smokehouse: https://www.4rsmokehouse.com/ Station House BBQ Tampa: https://www.stationhousebbq.com/ Bern's Steakhouse Tampa Charley's Steak House (Tampa, Orlando, Kissimmee) Miami Spice Restaurant Months Forbes Magazine award winning restaurants in Miami (00:00) Introduction (00:45) Florida Travel News (04:30) Florida Travel Tips (9:23) Main Topic - How to eat well on your next Florida trip ! Support the Show.

Florida has hundreds of unique and different activities that you can enjoy. In this episode we're recommending 50 specific activities, most of which we think you've never heard of before ! Our Links : Subscribe to our Newsletter www.FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our YouTube Channel Instagram Twitter Monthly $$ contribution to help support our Podcast Join our Facebook Group Email : contact@FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our new Beach Cart Youtube video Highlights from the list of 50 : Snowcat Ridge Tampa 3rd Street Beach Yoga, Miami Beach everyday Feeding tarpon at Robbies in Islamorada Southeastern Guide Dogs Victory Casino Cruise Joe's Stone Crabs, Miami Beach Mountain Bike Santos Real Maryland crabcakes at the Brass Monkey in Pass-a-Grille Brew Bus Brewery Tour Tampa - Florida Avenue Brewing Garagiste Meadery Tampa Bleau Lobby Bar at the Fontainebleau Hotel Miami Beach Mullet Toss at the Florabama beachfront bar Julia and Henry's, Miami Miami Beach Art Deco Tours Miami Wynwood Walls Street Art Museum Drive in Movies in Florida UPickTopia you pick fruits, vegetables, and winery Sunken Gardens, St Pete Dinosaur World Keel Farms https://www.visitflorida.com/things-to-do/ (00:00) Introduction (02:29) Florida Travel News (09:36) Florida Travel Tips (14:16) Main Topic - 50 unique Florida vacation activities ! Support the Show.

Florida is a great place for a family vacation ! In this episode, we'll give you some advice and ideas on how to plan and enjoy a Florida vacation with your family. We're including suggestions on how to teach your children to learn to travel well ! We're grateful that our parents taught us to travel and to enjoy it, and we hope you'll do the same for your children. Our Links : Subscribe to our Newsletter www.FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our YouTube Channel Instagram Twitter Monthly $$ contribution to help support our Podcast Join our Facebook Group Email : contact@FloridaTravelFanatics.com Amazon links to best Florida Travel Books (affiliate links provide us a small commission to support our channel. Thanks!) Moon Miami and the Keys Florida Gulf Coast (Josh Kinser) - one of our favorites Florida Day Trips Fodor's Florida Guide https://www.cntraveler.com/story/tsa-liquid-rule-full-size-allowed-in-carry-ons https://www.allrecipes.com/article/what-is-rachel-sandwich/ http://www.friendstheexperience.com/Miami https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oueTsxYjeBo https://www.miamiartweek.org/ Download free printable maps for the trip from popular websites such as www.tripsavvy.com and www.travelmamas.com and www.weareteachers.com https://familieslovetravel.com/family-resorts-florida/ https://www.kennedyspacecenter.com/camps-and-education/camp-kennedy-space-center (00:00) Introduction (00:31) Florida Travel News (04:51) Florida Travel Tips (13:05) Main Topic Support the Show.

Florida is a great place for a romantic weekend getaway ! In this episode we'll give you some ideas for different activities and places to go to have a memorable weekend with someone special. From downtown Pensacola to St Augustine to South Beach ! Our Links : Subscribe to our Newsletter www.FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our YouTube Channel Instagram Twitter Monthly $$ contribution to help support our Podcast Join our Facebook Group Email : contact@FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our Pensacola Beach Walk video on YouTube Fort Lauderdale Boat Show Riverview Hotel and Spa, New Smyrna Beach The Grill at Riverview restaurant Portofino Island Resort, Pensacola (00:00) Introduction (01:10) Florida Travel News (09:07) Florida Travel Tips (16:30) Main Topic Support the Show.

Florida's State Parks are amazing places to visit, whether you're looking for a pristine beach, bike trails, snorkeling, or bird watching. The episode is the fifth of a five part series covering State Parks all over Florida. Part 5 is from State Park's District 5 between Fort Pierce to Key West on Florida's lower east coast. Our Links : Subscribe to our Newsletter www.FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our YouTube Channel Instagram Twitter Monthly $$ contribution to help support our Podcast Join our Facebook Group Email : contact@FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our Pensacola Beach Walk video on YouTube Dunedin Celtic Music & Craft Beer Festival Central Florida Highland Scottish Games Florida Keys Celtic Festival Celtic Family Jamboree Suncoast Highland Games Mount Dora Scottish Highland Festival Southeast Florida Scottish Festival St Augustine Celtic Music & Heritage Festival Ormond Beach Celtic Festival Avalon State Park Okeechobee Battlefield Historic State Park Fort Pierce Inlet State Park Savannas Preserve State Park Jonathan Dickson State Park John D MacArthur State Park Hugh Taylor Birch State Park Dr Von D. Mizella-Eula Johnson State Park Oleta River State Park Bill Baggs Cape Florida State Park John Pennekamp Coral Reef State Park Florida Keys Overseas Heritage Trail Bahia Honda State Park Fort Zachary Taylor State Park Support the Show.

Florida's State Parks are amazing places to visit, whether you're looking for a pristine beach, bike trails, snorkeling, or bird watching. The episode is the fourth of a five part series covering State Parks all over Florida. Part 4 is from State Park's District 4 between Weekie Wachee and the Everglades on Florida's west coast. Our Links : Subscribe to our Newsletter www.FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our YouTube Channel Instagram Twitter Monthly $$ contribution to help support our Podcast Join our Facebook Group Email : contact@FloridaTravelFanatics.com FloridaRambler.com Oktoberfest listings James Beard "Taste America" event in Miami Tacolandia Weeki Wachee State Park Dade Battlefield State Park Ybor City Museum State Park Skyway Fishing Pier State Park Hillsborough River State Park HoneyMoon Island State Park Caladesi Island State Park Memoir book of Caladesi Island "Yesteryear I Lived in Paradise" Alafia River State Park Myakka River State Park Cockroach Bay Preserve State Park Lovers Key State Park Cayo Costa State Park Support the Show.

Florida's State Parks are amazing places to visit, whether you're looking for a pristine beach, bike trails, snorkeling, or bird watching. The episode is the third of a five part series covering State Parks all over Florida. Part 3 is from State Park's District 3 between Jacksonville and Fort Pierce on Florida's east coast. Our Links : Subscribe to our Newsletter www.FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our YouTube Channel Instagram Twitter Monthly $$ contribution to help support our Podcast Join our Facebook Group Email : contact@FloridaTravelFanatics.com Steinhatchee "After and Before" Hurricane Idalia video on YouTube Tampa Fox13 news story about pink Flamingo "Phoebe" first birthday Tampa Airport Website article on Phoebe winning a "Major Award" Tripadvisor Cyber hack Rick Steve's article on Booking.com scammers Silver Springs State Park DeLeon Springs State Park Anastasia State Park Sebastian Inlet State Park Ravine Gardens State Park Bulow Creek State Park Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway Lake Louisa State Park Support the Show.

Florida's State Parks are amazing places to visit, whether you're looking for a pristine beach, bike trails, snorkeling, or bird watching. The episode is the second of a five part series covering State Parks all over Florida. Part 2 is from State Park's District 2, between Tallahassee, Amelia Island, and Crystal River on the Gulf coast. Our Links : www.FloridaTravelFanatics.com Our YouTube Channel Instagram Twitter Monthly $$ contribution to help support our Podcast Join our Facebook Group Email : contact@FloridaTravelFanatics.com Episode Notes: Peter Pan Diner Go Baby Vending Machines Conde Nast Travelers article on the 10 Best Beach Towns on the US East Coast Florida College Hockey Links: USF Hockey Instagram University of Florida Hockey UCF Hockey Suwannee River State Park Steven Foster Folk Cultural Center State Park Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park O'Leno State Park Devil's Millhopper State Park Fort Clinch State Park Cedar Key Museum State Park Dudley Farm Historic State Park Fanning Springs State Park Yulee Sugar Mill Ruins Historic State Park Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park Support the Show.