Suspension Bridges & Hiking Down Ravines at Ravine Gardens State Park, Florida

Ravine Gardens State Park is a hidden gem in northeast Florida, and one of my new favorite hiking spots. It’s not home to crystal clear springs, but it does have beautiful greenery and, even more exciting, suspension bridges! It’s a popular spot for prom or wedding photos because there are beautiful maintained gardens with fountains…

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What it’s like to go to Universal Studios’ Harry Potter World During a Pandemic in Orlando, Florida

I will preface this post by saying: I know that it is not a smart idea to visit Harry Potter World, or go anywhere (besides outside to explore, alone) during the pandemic. But after looking up the precautions the park was taking and considering our own precautions and health, I was convinced to go. Please…

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Visiting Florida’s Second Oldest Lighthouse: St. Marks Lighthouse in Crawfordville, Florida

About 3 hours away from me, about 25 miles south of Tallahassee, in Crawfordville, Florida, is St. Marks Lighthouse. St. Marks Lighthouse is claimed to be the second oldest lighthouse in Florida, built in the 1830’s, and it one of the most photographed landmarks along Florida’s Gulf coast – and for good reason! It’s absolutely…

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Exploring the Deepest Springs in North America: Wakulla Springs State Park, Florida

As soon as I heard about this place, I knew that I *had* to go, and I wanted to go before busy season starts (aka, summer). So, I got in my car and drove 3 hours from Jacksonville to Wakulla Springs State Park, located about 15 miles south of Tallahassee. Wakulla Springs is the deepest…

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