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Historic Cocoa Village – Florida

If you are cruising out of Cape Canaveral or just driving down the east coast of Florida there is a little hidden treasure…  Historic Cocoa Village.  Cocoa Village is a small quaint town filled with lovely shops and some great … Continue reading

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Amelia Island, Florida – This is a fabulous 2 or 3 day staycation!

Amelia Island is a little treasure in the northeasternmost corner of Florida.  The island is 13.5 miles long and the width varies from a quarter-mile to two miles.  It is the only location in the United States to have been under … Continue reading

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A Great Day Trip in SW Florida – Boca Grande, Gasparilla Island

Boca Grande is on the island of Gasparilla on the Gulf Coast of Florida. It is located midway between Sarasota and Ft. Myers. It is a lush barrier island with seven miles of powdery white beaches along the Gulf side and waters that … Continue reading

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Staycations and day trips in sunny Florida! First day trip – Anna Maria Island

Having moved to the beautiful southwest gulf coast of Florida in 2007, it seems that we have spent less time exploring the state than when we lived in Colorado and would fly in to Florida.  We decided that we would … Continue reading

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