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Beaches, Beer and Birdies in North Florida Search {Map} at VISITFLORIDA.com Northwest The resort-style city of Pensacola is best known for its beaches, events and attractions, including the Blue Angels’ aerial acrobatics. From way up high to downtown, Palafox Street is home to a hub of boutiques and restaurants, often alive with live music. Nearby, Destin is a haven for families – reel in a catch in the “world’s luckiest fishing village” or make a big splash at Big Kahuna’s Water Park. Another regional favorite is lively Panama City Beach where St. Andrews State Park offers panoramic water views. Also take in PCB’s energetic nightlife and family attractions. North Central State capital Tallahassee has a flourishing food and entertainment scene with Cascades Park attracting national acts. Take a tour of the 22-story New Capitol building and explore downtown. About two hours south, Cedar Key has an off -the-beaten-track vibe with natural attractions and outdoors activities like fishing and camping. While you’re there, taste the world-famous clams. Gainesville is home to the University of Florida. Ginnie Springs and Ichetucknee Springs, among Florida’s 900 national “fountains of youth,” offer relief and wonder in the form of gin-clear waters that are 72 degrees year-round. Northeast Take a brewery tour in Jacksonville along the Jax Ale Trail, where you can sample beer from local hop houses, including one of Budweiser’s six public breweries. Football fans will delight at EverBank Field, home to the Jaguars, in downtown Jacksonville. Florida’s First Coast of Golf - from Amelia Island to Palm Coast - serves up award-winning courses, including the Omni Amelia Island Plantation. Once you’ve scored par, head to the quaint downtown area for live entertainment, galleries and restaurants, or relax your muscles on the 13 miles of beautiful beaches. EAT YOUR WAY THROUGH APALACHICOLA Scan this page for the best bites from Cuban cuisine to crawfish and fresh-from-the-bay oysters. Download the free Blippar App. See full instructions on pg. 6. Things to Do Arts and Attractions Act4Murder act4murder.com P.O. Box 455, Shalimar, 850-862-2885. Act4Murder performs comedic murder mysteries for dinner theater - public, private and fundraisers. Amelia Island Museum of History ameliamuseum.org 233 S. 3rd St., Fernandina Beach, 904-261-7378. A wonderful variety of exhibits showcasing diverse cultures and heritage. Apalachicola Maritime Museum ammfl.org 957 E. Pine Ave., St. George Island, 850-653-2500. Celebrates and preserves the rich maritime history of Apalachicola in a hands-on learning environment. Arts Association of Alachua County/Artwalk Gainesville thedoris.org 1500 N.W. 36th Way., Gainesville, 352-256-7760. Artwalk is an exciting, fun way to experience the amazing wealth of creativity the Gainesville community. Cape Saint George Lighthouse stgeorgelight.org 2 E. Gulf Beach Dr., St. George Island, 850-927-7745. The lighthouse is open to the public year-round. Please see website for current hours. Cedar Key Museum State Park floridastateparks.org/park/cedar-key-museum 12231 S.W. 166th Ct., Cedar Key, 352-543-5350. Featuring the history of Cedar Key. Children’s Week presented by United Way of Florida childrensweek.org 307 E. 7th Ave., Tallahassee, 850-488-8287. A special celebration captures the true spirit and commitment Florida has made to our children. Cinema Verde cinemaverde.org P.O. Box 358711, Gainesville, 352-327-3560. Provides environmental education to the community through films, art, music, workshops and eco-tours. Colonial Quarter colonialquarter.com 33 Saint George St., St. Augustine, 904-495-5337. Experience the nation’s oldest city like never before with a historical adventure tour! Constitution Convention Museum State Park floridastateparks.org/park/constitution-convention 200 Allen Memorial Way, Port St. Joe, 850-229-8029. One of the most picturesque parks in Gulf County. Council on Culture & Arts tallahasseearts.org 816 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Tallahassee, 850-224-2500. COCA promotes and advocates for arts and culture in Florida’s capital region – #theARTSlivehere! Cultural Arts Association of Walton County Inc. culturalartsalliance.com 105 Hogtown Bayou Ln., Santa Rosa Beach, 850-622-5970. Making Walton County a creative place to live, work and visit. Cultural Center ccpvb.org 50 Executive Way, Ponte Vedra Beach, 904-280-0614. The place in our community to create, understand and experience the arts. Cultural Council of Greater Jacksonville experiencejax.com 300 W. Water St. Ste. 201, Jacksonville, 904-358-3600. Promoting awareness of cultural activities through arts and entertainment. Cummer Museum of Art & Gardens cummermuseum.org 829 Riverside Ave., Jacksonville, 904-356-6857. The largest fine arts museum in Northeast Florida. Destination Archaeology Resource Center - Florida Public Archaeology Network fpan.us 207 E. Main St., Pensacola, 850-595-0050. The Florida Public Archaeology Network program includes the Destination Archaeology Museum. DONNA Marathon Weekend breastcancermarathon.com 5220 Belfort Rd., Jacksonville, 904-551-0732. Flat. Fast. Fun. Find your finish DONNA Marathon Weekend. Emerald Coast Science Center ecscience.org 31 Memorial Pkwy. S.W., Ft. Walton Beach, 850-664-1261. Unique and inspiring museum filled with more than 200 touchable, workable exhibits. Fernandina Plaza Historic State Park floridastateparks.org/park/fernandina-plaza 2601 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Beach, 904-277-7274. Enjoy a leisurely picnic on the grass, with a view of Victorian-era homes and the Amelia River. Florida Historic Capitol Museum flhistoriccapitol.gov 400 S. Monroe St., Tallahassee, 850-487-1902. Beautifully restored building features Florida’s political history. Open daily, free admission. Florida Museum of Natural History floridamuseum.ufl.edu 3215 Hull Rd., Gainesville, 352-846-2000. Inspiring people to care about life on Earth and make a positive difference in its future. Florida Quilt Museum, Quilt Trail and Quilt Festival trentonquiltfestival.com 517 N. Main St., Trenton, 352-463-3842. Visit our festival on March 17, 2018 and the Florida Quilt Trail and Museum all year long! Florida Seafood Festival floridaseafoodfestival.com 1 Bay Ave., Apalachicola, 850-653-4720. Florida’s oldest maritime event celebrating Florida seafood and the seafood industry. Florida Storytelling Festival flstory.com 711 N. Donelly St., P.O. Box 258, Mount Dora, 800-327-1796. A festival for storytellers, story listeners and story lovers, come listen, learn and tell. Foo Foo Festival foofoofest.com 6120 Enterprise Dr., Pensacola, 850-472-1128. 12-day celebration of culinary, musical, theatrical and creative events throughout Pensacola. Forest Capital Museum State Park floridastateparks.org/park/forest-capital 204 Forest Park Dr., Perry, 850-584-3227. The museum interprets the history of forestry in North Florida. Forgotten Coast Cultural Coalition pleinairfl.com 86 Water St., Apalachicola, 850-323-0176. Enhancing the vitality of local communities along Florida’s Forgotten Coast. Fort Walton Beach Heritage Park & Cultural Center fwb.org 139 Miracle Strip Pkwy. S.E., Ft. Walton Beach, 850-833-9595. See the Indian Temple Mound, Camp Walton Schoolhouse Museum and more. Freedom Fest at Christ’s Church freedomfestjax.com 6045 Greenland Rd., Jacksonville, 904-493-5466. Music festival in Jacksonville. Great music, fun, food and fireworks! Goodwood Museum & Gardens goodwoodmuseum.org 1600 Miccosukee Rd., Tallahassee, 850-877-4202. Please contact the museum for hours of operation and tour times. Gulf Breeze Zoo gulfbreezezoo.org 5701 Gulf Breeze Pkwy., Gulf Breeze, 850-932-2229. The Gulf Breeze Zoo is a 50-acre facility featuring hundreds of animals from around the world! Gulf Specimen Marine Laboratory gulfspecimen.org 222 Clark Dr., Panacea, 850-984-5297. Visitors interact with creatures from the North Florida coast in touch tanks and aquariums. Gulf World Marine Park gulfworldmarinepark.com 15412 Front Beach Rd., Panama City Beach, 850-234-5271. See fascinating shows featuring dolphins, sea lions and tropical birds. Swim with a dolphin. Historic Haile Homestead hailehomestead.org 8500 S.W. Archer Rd., Gainesville, 352-336-9096. 1856 Sea Island Cotton plantation famous for its Talking Walls, over 12,500 words dating to 1850s. Historic Tours of Flagler College: Hotel Ponce de Leon legacy.flagler.edu/pages/tours 74 King St., St. Augustine, 904-819-6400. Historical tours of Flagler College highlight the architectural of the former Hotel Ponce de Leon. Isle of Eight Flags Shrimp Festival shrimpfestival.com 102 Centre St., Fernandina Beach, 904-261-5841. The free admission shrimp festival offers a fully juried fine arts and crafts show. Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens jacksonvillezoo.org 370 Zoo Pkwy., Jacksonville, 904-757-4463. Escape to the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens for the only walking safari in Northeast Florida. John Gorrie Museum State Park floridastateparks.org/park/john-gorrie-museum P.O. Box 267, Apalachicola, 850-653-9347. Named after a young physician who moved to Apalachicola in the early 1800s. LeMoyne Chain of Parks Art Festival chainofparks.com 125 N. Gadsen St., Tallahassee, 850-544-6399. A fine art festival in downtown Tallahassee. Free to the public. Letchworth-Love Mounds Archaeological State Park floridastateparks.org/park/letchworth 4500 Sunray Rd. S., Monticello, 850-922-6007. One of Florida’s most significant Native American ceremonial sites predating AD 1400. Lightner Museum lightnermuseum.org 75 King St., St. Augustine, 904-824-2874. Lightner Museum features collections of glass, porcelain, toys, natural history, etc. Marineland Conservation Foundation, Inc. marineland.net/home/gacfs 9600 Oceanshore Blvd., St. Augustine, 904-461-1565. We are a place to educate, inspire and connect the public to aquatic life. Marineland Dolphin Adventure marineland.net 9600 Oceanshore Blvd., St. Augustine, 904-471-1111. Experience the thrill of swimming with dolphins! Military Museum of North Florida themilitarymuseumofnorthflorida.com 1 Bunker Ave., Green Cove Springs, 904-410-0781. Displaying Northeast Florida’s military history from the Revolutionary War to the Afghan conflicts. Mission San Luis missionsanluis.org 2100 W. Tennessee St., Tallahassee, 850-245-6406. The only reconstructed Spanish mission in Florida. Museum of Florida History museumoffloridahistory.com 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, 850-245-6400. A treasure trove of Florida history with exhibits the entire family will enjoy. Free admission. Museum of Man in the Sea maninthesea.org 17314 Panama City Beach Pkwy., Panama City Beach, 850-235-4101. Explore the fascinating history of diving at the Museum of Man in the Sea. Museums in the Sea museumsinthesea.com R.A. Gray Bldg. 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, 850-245-6369. 12 historic shipwrecks provide a glimpse into Florida’s maritime history. National Naval Aviation Museum navalaviationmuseum.org 1750 Radford Blvd., Ste. B, NAS Pensacola, 850-452-3604. Experience the thrill of flight in the simulators, catch all the drama and power on the giant screen. See ad on page 32. Reader Response 59 North Central Florida Blues Society ncfblues.org P.O. Box 13282, Gainesville, 352-871-0676. A non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation, cultivation and promotion of Blues. Oldest Wooden School House Historic Museum and Gardens oldestwoodenschoolhouse.com 14 Saint George St., St. Augustine, 904-824-0192. Experience Colonial school life, artifacts and antiques at this 1700’s American landmark. Pensacola Lighthouse pensacolalighthouse.org 2081 Radford Blvd., Pensacola, 850-393-1561. The Pensacola lighthouse and museum offers climbing tours of the landmark 1859 Lighthouse. Ponce de Leon’s WORLD FAMOUS Fountain of Youth Archaeological Park fountainofyouthflorida.com 11 Magnolia Ave., St. Augustine, 904-829-3168. Explore 15 historic, waterfront acres and step back in time. Ponte Vedra Concert Hall pvconcerthall.com 1050 A1A N., Ponte Vedra Beach, 904-209-0399. The Ponte Vedra Concert Hall is one of North Florida’s most intimate concert and events venue. Potter’s Wax Museum potterswax.com 31 Orange St., St. Augustine, 904-829-9056. New location, new design, beautiful exhibits with over 150 figures on display. Repertory Theatre - Seaside lovetherep.com 216 County Hwy. 283 S., Santa Rosa Beach, 850-231-0733. Northwest Florida’s premier professional theatre. Ripley’s Believe It or Not - Panama City Beach ripleys.com/panamacitybeach 9907 Front Beach Rd., Panama City Beach, 850-230-6113. Venture in to see the most fun and unique exhibits from all over the world. Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum - St. Augustine ripleys.com/staugustine 19 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 904-824-1606. The original Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum features over 800 exhibits. Riverside Avondale Preservation & Riverside Arts Market riversideavondale.org 715 Riverside Ave., Jacksonville, 904-389-2449. Riverside Avondale is one of Florida’s largest historic districts, home to shops, food and more. Romanza - St. Augustine romanzastaugustine.org 83 Bridge St., St. Augustine, 904-501-4336. Amazing events, shows, concerts, parades and more in the nation’s oldest city, St. Augustine! Saenger Theatre pensacolasaenger.com 118 Palafox Pl., Pensacola, 850-595-3882. Donated in 1975 to the city as a cultural affairs center, the theatre hosts a variety of showcases. Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art harn.ufl.edu 3290 Hull Rd., Gainesville, 352-392-9826. At the University of Florida; maintains exemplary art collections and produces innovative exhibitions. Spanish Military Hospital Museum spanishmilitaryhospitalmuseum.com 3 Aviles St., St. Augustine, 904-342-7730. Our fully guided tours take you back to the Colonial Spanish days of medicine. The State Library and Archives of Florida dos.myflorida.com/library-archives R.A. Gray Bldg. 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, 850-245-6600. The designated information resource provider for the Florida legislature and all state agencies. St. Augustine Alligator Farm alligatorfarm.com 999 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine, 904-824-3337. See every living species of crocodilian plus spectacular birds from around the world. St. Augustine Amphitheatre staugamphitheatre.com 1340C A1A S., St. Augustine, 904-209-0367. The St. Augustine Amphitheatre is one of the South’s best outdoor music and events venue. St. Augustine Aquarium saaquarium.com 2045 S.R. 16, St. Augustine, 904-429-9777. The St. Augustine Aquarium, snorkel adventure and zip line. St. Augustine Lighthouse and Maritime Museum staugustinelighthouse.org 81 Lighthouse Ave., St. Augustine, 904-829-0745. Climb, discover and explore maritime history in the nation’s oldest port. St. Augustine Old Jail ghostsandgravestones.com/paranormal-investigations.htm 167 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 904-826-3663. The Old Jail was completed in 1891, designed to look like a fine hotel on the outside. St. Augustine Pirate and Treasure Museum thepiratemuseum.com 12 S. Castillo Dr., St. Augustine, 904-819-1444. Relive the golden age of piracy at Pat Croce’s St. Augustine Pirate and Treasure Museum. Taberna Del Caballo at Colonial Quarter colonialquarter.com/dine/taberna-del-caballo 37 Saint George St., St. Augustine, 904-495-5337. Enjoy savory tapas, flatbreads and sangria in an intimate atmosphere you won’t find anywhere else. Tallahassee Automobile Museum tacm.com 6800 Mahan Dr., Tallahassee, 850-942-0137. It’s more than a museum... it’s a journey through history! Tallahassee Museum tallahasseemuseum.org 3945 Museum Dr., Tallahassee, 850-575-8684. Explore 52 acres of history, wildlife, soaring zip lines and obstacle courses, nature trails and more. See ad on page 33. Reader Response 67 TaxSlayer Bowl gatorbowl.com 1 Gator Bowl Blvd., Jacksonville, 904-798-1700. Annual college football bowl game. Theatre Tallahassee theatretallahassee.org 1861 Thomasville Rd., Tallahassee, 850-224-4597. Tallahassee’s community theatre producing eight to 10 shows each year. Thrasher-Horne Center for the Arts thcenter.org 283 College Dr., Orange Park, 904-276-6815. Dedicated to developing and nurturing the artistic potential of students, residents and visitors. University of Florida - College of the Arts legacy.arts.ufl.edu/galleries/default.aspx P.O. Box 115800, Gainesville, 352-846-1211. We foster creative activity, scholarly and artistic excellence and innovation across disciplines. Villa Zorayda Museum villazorayda.com 83 King St., St. Augustine, 904-829-9887. The Villa Zorayda with its beautiful architecture and art collection is a must see on your visit. Wild Willy’s Adventure Zone wwazone.com 1306 Miracle Strip Pkwy. S.E., Ft. Walton Beach, 850-400-3300. Wild Willy’s Adventure Zone is NW Florida’s largest family entertainment center located on Okaloosa! World Golf Hall of Fame & IMAX Theater worldgolfhalloffame.org 1 World Golf Pl., St. Augustine, 904-940-4123. Celebrating golf and preserving the legacies of those who have made it great 36 holes. See ad on page 33. Reader Response 68 Golf Bay Point Golf and Tennis at Sheraton Bay Point Resort baypointgolf.com 4701 Bay Point Rd., Panama City Beach, 850-235-6950. Par 72. 6,372 yards. 18 holes. Emerald Coast Golf Courses emeraldcoastfl.com 1540 Miracle Strip Pkwy. S.E., Ft. Walton Beach, 800-322-3319. Florida Historic Golf Trail floridahistoricgolftrail.com 500 S. Bronough St., Tallahassee, 850-245-6369. Florida’s First Coast of Golf Courses florida-golf.org 4300 Marsh Landing Blvd. Ste. 102, Jacksonville Beach, 904-249-0585. Omni Amelia Island Plantation - Long Point Course aipfl.com 6800 First Coast Hwy., Amelia Island, 904-261-6161. Par 72. 6,428 yards. 72 holes. Omni Amelia Island Plantation - Oak Marsh Course villasofameliaisland.com/play-here/golf 39 Beach Lagoon Rd., Amelia Island, 904-261-6161. Par 72. 5,999 yards. 18 holes. Omni Amelia Island Plantation - Ocean Links Course villasofameliaisland.com/play-here/golf 6800 First Coast Hwy., Amelia Island, 904-261-6161. Par 70. 5,584 yards. 72 holes. PGA Tour - THE PLAYERS Championship theplayerschampionship.com 100 PGA Tour Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach, 904-285-3700. Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort sandestin.com/vfgolf 9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy. W., Miramar Beach, 855-494-1993. Par 72. 6,854 yards. 72 holes. Sandpiper Cove Golf Course sandpipercove.com 775 Gulf Shore Dr., Destin, 850-837-9121. 9 holes. World Golf Hall of Fame worldgolfhalloffame.org 1 World Golf Pl., St. Augustine, 904-940-4123. 36 holes. See ad on page 33. Reader Response 68 Nature and Outdoor Activities Adventures Unlimited adventuresunlimited.com 8974 Tomahawk Landing Rd., Milton, 850-623-6197. A great place for wholesome, outdoor fun! Zip line tour, river trips, cozy cottages and more! Alfred B. Maclay Gardens State Park floridastateparks.org/park/maclay-gardens 3540 Thomasville Rd., Tallahassee, 850-487-4556. Beautiful ornamental garden near Tallahassee. Amelia Island Kayak Excursions ameliaislandkayak.com Fernandina Rd., Amelia Island, 904-557-5307. Amelia Island Kayak Excursions is a family owned/operated business offering guided kayak tours. Amelia Island State Park floridastateparks.org/park/amelia-island State Rd. A1A, Jacksonville, 904-251-2320. Visitors can stroll along the beach, look for shells or watch the wildlife. Amelia River Cruises ameliarivercruises.com 1 N. Front St., Fernandina Beach, 904-261-9972. View wildlife and see two unique and rustically beautiful islands on our historic narrated boat tours. Anastasia State Park floridastateparks.org/park/anastasia 1340-A A1A S., St. Augustine, 904-461-2033. A broad beach and a lagoon bordered by rich tidal marshes await you here. Anastasia Water Sports capeleisurecorp.com/anastasia.html 850 Anastasia Park Rd., St. Augustine, 904-461-9322. St. Augustine’s preferred watercraft rentals. Bald Point State Park floridastateparks.org/park/bald-point 146 Box Cut Rd., Alligator Point, 850-349-9146. A natural area with white-sand beaches, coastal marshes, pine flatwoods and oak thickets. Bay View Charters of St. George Island (SGI) bayviewchartersofsgi.com 423 N. Sawyer St., St. George Island, 850-927-2433. Join us for offshore, inshore and bay fishing, dolphin encounters, shelling trips and more! Bienville Plantation bienville.com 16673 S.E. 81st Dr., White Springs, 386-397-1989. Fishing and hunting catering to the individual sportsman, families and corporations. Big Bend Scenic Byway floridabigbendscenicbyway.org 1184 Lower Bridge Rd., Crawfordville, 850-745-0275. Explore undiscovered North Florida. Big Lagoon State Park floridastateparks.org/park/big-lagoon 12301 Gulf Beach Hwy., Pensacola, 850-492-1595. A nature lover’s paradise with 75 campsites, hiking trails, swimming and more. Big Shoals State Park floridastateparks.org/park/big-shoals 11330 S.E. C.R. 135, White Springs, 386-397-2733. A large parcel of cooperatively managed public land that features the largest whitewater rapids. Big Talbot Island State Park floridastateparks.org/park/big-talbot-island State Rd. A1A , Jacksonville, 904-251-2320. A natural preserve providing a premier location for nature study, bird watching and photography. Blackwater Canoe Rentals & Sales blackwatercanoe.com Milton, 850-623-0235. Canoe, tube, kayak...white sand just like our beautiful beaches, only with clear, fresh water. Blackwater Heritage State Trail floridastateparks.org/trail/blackwater 5533 Alabama St., Milton, 850-983-5338. This is a pleasant trip for the whole family with lots of access. Blackwater River State Park floridastateparks.org/park/blackwater-river 7720 Deaton Bridge Rd., Holt, 850-983-5363. A favorite destination for kayakers, this park offers a variety of outdoor activities. Blue Springs Park bluespringspark.com 7450 N.E. 60th St., High Springs, 386-454-1369. Blue Springs is nestled in a quiet rural area just four miles west of High Springs. Buccaneer Pirate Cruise destinpirateship.com Harborwalk Village Marina 100 Harbor Blvd., Destin, 850-269-0896. Activities include a treasure hunt, face painting, pirate stories, cannonball fights and more. Bulow Plantation Ruins Historic State Park floridastateparks.org/park/big-lagoon 3501 S. Old Kings Rd., Bunnell, 386-517-2084. Featuring sugar mill ruins listed on the National Register of Historic Sites. Camp Helen State Park floridastateparks.org/park/camp-helen 23937 Panama City Beach Pkwy., Panama City Beach, 850-233-5059. Preservation of habitats, recreation and beach access. Swimming, hiking, picnicking and boating. Capt. Anderson’s Marina; Fishing, Dolphins and Shell Island Cruising captandersonsmarina.com 5550 N. Lagoon Dr., Panama City, 850-234-3435. Capt. Anderson’s Marina, “Where the fish are always biting and the kids are always smiling!” Catty Shack Ranch Wildlife Sanctuary cattyshack.org 1860 Starratt Rd., Jacksonville, 904-757-3606. Open at least one day out of every weekend for public tours. Cedar Key Scrub State Reserve floridastateparks.org/park/cedar-key-scrub S.R. 24, Cedar Key, 352-543-5567. Provides splendid opportunities for nature study and wildlife observation. Cedar Lakes Woods and Gardens cedarlakeswoodsandgarden.com 4990 N.E. 180th Ave., Williston, 352-529-0055. Botanical gardens and wildlife reserve in the city of Williston. Deer Lake State Park floridastateparks.org/park/deer-lake 6350 E. County Dr. 30-A, Santa Rosa Beach, 850-267-8300. Discover one of the most beautiful beaches in Northwest Florida. Devil’s Den Pre-Historic Spring devilsden.com 5390 N.E. 180th Ave., Williston, 352-528-3344. Resort, scuba diving & snorkeling. Devil’s Millhopper Geological State Park floridastateparks.org/park/devils-millhopper 4732 Millhopper Rd., Gainesville, 352-955-2008. A stairway descends from the rim of this 120-foot-deep sinkhole into a miniature rain forest. Diver’s Den diversdenpcb.com 3120 Thomas Dr., Panama City Beach, 850-234-8717. Daily charters, custom spearfishing trips, SCUBA certification and dive gear! Dolphin Cruise Southern Star Glass Bottom Boat southernstardolphincruise.com Harborwalk Village 100 Harbor Blvd. Ste. A, Destin, 850-837-7741. A relaxing and educational tour of the bottlenose dolphin. Dr. Julian G. Bruce St. George Island State Park floridastateparks.org/park/st-george-island 1900 E. Gulf Beach Dr., St. George Island, 850-927-2111. Named No. 3 by Dr. Beach. Offers visitors sunbathing, swimming, canoeing, boating, hiking and camping. Dudley Farm Historic State Park floridastateparks.org/park/dudley-farm 18730 W. Newberry Rd., Newberry, 352-472-1142. Dudley Farm is an authentic Civil War era working farm, 18 restored buildings and heritage livestock. Dunns Creek State Park floridastateparks.org/park/dunns-creek 320 Sisco Rd., Pomona Park, 386-329-3721. Dunns Creek State Park is a 6,300 acre park with over 20 beautiful natural communities. Econfina River State Park floridastateparks.org/park/econfina-river 4741 Econfina River Rd., Lamont, 850-922-6007. Meanders like a dark ribbon through pine and oak-palm forests to salt marshes dotted with pine. Eden Gardens State Park floridastateparks.org/park/eden-gardens 1653 W. C.R. Unit 1102, Santa Rosa Beach, 850-267-8320. Enjoy a guided tour of the Wesley House and gardens, bring a picnic or go fishing off the dock. Falling Waters State Park floridastateparks.org/park/falling-waters 1130 State Park Rd., off S.R. 77A, Chipley, 850-638-6130. Featuring Florida’s tallest waterfall at 67 feet. Fanning Springs State Park floridastateparks.org/park/fanning-springs 18020 N.W. U.S. Hwy. 19, Fanning Springs, 352-463-3420. The crystal clear 72-degree, year-round springs provides a great way to cool off on hot summer days. Faver-Dykes State Park floridastateparks.org/park/faver-dykes 1000 Faver Dykes Rd., St. Augustine, 904-794-0997. This peaceful park is home to deer, turkeys, hawks, bobcats and river otters. Flora-Bama Marina flshflorabama.com 29603 Perdido Beach Blvd., Orange Beach, 251-980-5222. Inshore/offshore fishing charters, pontoon boat, jet ski, kayak, paddleboard rentals. Florida Caverns State Park floridastateparks.org/park/florida-caverns 3345 Caverns Rd., Marianna, 850-482-1228. The cave has dazzling formations of limestone stalactites, stalagmites, soda straws and flowstones. Florida Panhandle Shipwreck Trail floridapanhandledivetrail.com 207 E. Main St., Tallahassee, 850-245-6444. Experience 12 exciting shipwrecks off the coast of Florida’s panhandle! Florida State Parks floridastateparks.org 3900 Commonwealth Blvd., Tallahassee, 850-245-2157. Provides resource-based recreation while preserving, interpreting and restoring natural resources. Fort Clinch State Park floridastateparks.org/park/fort-clinch 2601 Atlantic Ave., Fernandina Beach, 904-277-7274. 1,200 acres of maritime hammock with large Spanish moss-draped live oaks and a Civil War-era fort. Fort George Island Cultural State Park floridastateparks.org/park/fort-george-island 12241 Fort George Rd., Jacksonville, 904-251-2802. Whether you walk, bike or drive on Fort George Island, find yourself surrounded by lush vegetation. Fort Mose Historic State Park floridastateparks.org/park/fort-mose 1340-A A1A S., St. Augustine, 904-823-2232. Stroll down the sundrenched boardwalk and imagine life in the eighteenth century. Fred Gannon Rocky Bayou State Park floridastateparks.org/park/rocky-bayou 4281 S.R. 20, Niceville, 850-833-9144. Quiet, restful camping, fishing and nature trails. Friends of A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway scenica1a.org 2175 Mizell Rd., St. Augustine, 904-425-8055. Experience the real Florida from Ponte Vedra to Flagler Beach along the A1A National Scenic Byway Gainesville Department of Parks, Recreation and Cultural Affairs cityofgainesvilleparks.org 302 N.E. 6th Ave., Gainesville, 352-334-5067. Gainesville is proud to showcase its vast park system, cultural events and recreation activities. Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach floridastateparks.org/park/gamble-rogers 3100 S. Ocean Shore Blvd., Flagler Beach, 386- 517-2086. Visitors enjoy camping, swimming, sunbathing, beachcombing, hiking, picnicking, boating or fishing. George Crady Bridge Fishing Pier State Park floridastateparks.org/park/george-crady-bridge 9000 Heckscher Dr., Fernandina Beach, 904-251-2320. Providing fishermen access to one of the best fishing areas in Northeast Florida. Ginnie Springs Outdoors ginniespringsoutdoors.com 7300 N.E. Ginnie Springs Rd., High Springs, 386-454-7188. Relax year-round in Florida’s unspoiled wilderness. Grayton Beach State Park floridastateparks.org/park/grayton-beach 357 Main Park Rd., Grayton Beach, 850-267-8300. Consistently ranked among the most beautiful beaches in the United States. Half Hitch - City Pier halfhitch.com/stores/dan-russell-pier 16212 Front Beach Rd., Panama City Beach, 850-236-0392. Fishing, hunting, kayaking and outdoor recreation. Come see us at Half Hitch and get out there! Half Hitch - County Pier halfhitch.com/stores/mb-miller-pier 12215 Front Beach Rd., Panama City Beach, 850-234-0067. Fishing, hunting, kayaking and outdoor recreation. Come see us at Half Hitch and get out there! Hawthorne Trail State Park floridastateparks.org/trail/gainesville-hawthorne 100 Savannah Blvd., Micanopy, 352-466-3397. The recreational trail is designed for walking, cycling and horseback riding. Henderson Beach State Park floridastateparks.org/park/henderson-beach 17000 Emerald Coast Pkwy., Destin, 850-837-7550. Henderson Beach State Park is an unexpected oasis of exquisite natural beauty. Ichetucknee Springs State Park floridastateparks.org/park/ichetucknee-springs 12087 S.W. U.S. Hwy. 27, Fort White, 386-497-4690. Visitors can enjoy picnicking, snorkeling, canoeing, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Ichetucknee Trace floridastateparks.org/park/ichetucknee-springs 12087 S.W. U.S. Hwy. 27, Fort White, 386-497-4690. From May to September, tubing down the river is the premier activity in the area. Jacksonville Port Authority (JAXPORT) jaxport.com 9810 August Dr., Jacksonville, 904-357-3006. JAXPORT is a full-service, international trade seaport in the heart of the South Atlantic. Kanapaha Botanical Gardens kanapaha.org 4700 S.W. 58th Dr., Gainesville, 352-372-4981. Come see the “Best of Attractions in Gainesville, Florida” comprised of 24 major collections. Kayak Amelia/Long Island Outfitters kayakamelia.com 13030 Heckscher Dr., Jacksonville, 904-251-0016. Explore by kayak, Segway or paddle board. Guided eco-tours and rentals in Talbot Island State Park. Lafayette Blue Springs State Park floridastateparks.org/park/lafayette-blue-springs 799 N.E. Spring Bell Rd., Mayo, 386-294-3667. Visitors can take a dip, walk across the limestone bridge or picnic under the oaks. Lake Jackson Mounds Archaeological State Park floridastateparks.org/park/lake-jackson 3600 Indian Mound Rd., Tallahassee, 850-922-6007. Six earthen temple mounds built by Native Americans more than 800 years ago. Lake Talquin State Park floridastateparks.org/park/lake-talquin 14850 Jack Vause Landing Rd., Tallahassee, 850-922-6007. Lake Talquin is a man-made lake, formed in 1927 when the Jackson Bluff Dam was constructed. Little Talbot Island State Park floridastateparks.org/park/amelia-island 12157 Heckscher Dr., Jacksonville, 904-251-2320. Little Talbot Island is one of the few remaining undeveloped barrier islands in Northeast Florida. Madison Blue Spring State Park floridastateparks.org/park/madison-blue-spring 8300 N.E. S.R. 6, Lee, 386-362-2746. A picturesque setting for swimming, picnicking, paddling and wildlife viewing. Manatee Springs State Park floridastateparks.org/park/manatee-springs 11650 N.W. 115th St., Chiefland, 352-493-6072. Popular for snorkeling and scuba diving, the headwaters of the spring are a great spot for swimming. Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park floridastateparks.org/park/marjorie-kinnan-rawlings 18700 S. C.R. 325, Hawthorne, 352-466-3672. Preserving the Cross Creek Farm where Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings, author of The Yearling, lived. Mike Roess Gold Head Branch State Park floridastateparks.org/park/mike-roess 6239 S.R. 21, Keystone Heights, 352-473-4701. The park is located on rolling sand hills in an area known as the Florida Central Ridge. Natural Bridge Battlefield Historic State Park floridastateparks.org/park/natural-bridge 7502 Natural Bridge Rd., Tallahassee, 850-922-6007. The site of the second largest Civil War battle in Florida. Nature Coast State Trail floridastateparks.org/trail/nature-coast 18020 N.W. U.S. Hwy. 19, Fanning Springs, 352-535-5181. Visitors can retrace the historic route of the Atlantic Coastline Railroad. North Peninsula State Park floridastateparks.org/park/north-peninsula 3100 S. Ocean Shore Blvd., Flagler Beach, 386-517-2086. More than two miles of beautiful, unspoiled Atlantic beaches beckon visitors to this park. Ochlockonee River State Park floridastateparks.org/park/ochlockonee-river 429 State Park Rd., Sopchoppy, 850-962-2771. This jewel of a park is a great place to get away for a weekend or a week-long vacation. Old Town Trolley Tours of St. Augustine trolleytours.com 167 San Marco Ave., St. Augustine, 904-829-3800. The tour covers over 100 sights of interest, with 22 stops where you can get on and off to sightsee. O’Leno State Park floridastateparks.org/park/oleno 410 S.E. Oleno Park Rd., High Springs, 386-454-1853. This rustic camping park features sinkholes, hardwood hammocks, river swamps and sandhills. Olustee Battlefield Historic State Park floridastateparks.org/park/olustee-battlefield 5815 Battlefield Trl., Sanderson, 386-758-0400. Built to preserve the site of the state’s largest Civil War battle. Orman House Historic State Park floridastateparks.org/park/orman-house 177 5th St., Apalachicola, 850-653-1209. Enjoy the butterfly garden, other botanical features, walkways and open spaces. Osprey Charters/Capt.Greg Burnett fishosprey.com 3824 Hatteras Ln., Bay Point Marina, Panama City Beach, 850-233-1959. Come enjoy a first-class, stress-free day with Osprey Charters. Otter Springs Park & Campground ottersprings.com 6470 S.W. 80th Ave., Trenton, 352-463-0800. A place for retreat and renewal on Florida’s Nature Coast. Palatka-to-Lake Butler State Trail floridastateparks.org/trail/palatka-lake-butle 6065 Twin Lakes Rd., Keystone Heights, 352-473-4702. 47-mile trail situated in one of the most picturesque areas of Florida. Palatka-to-St. Augustine State Trail floridastateparks.org/trail/palatka-augustine 1600 Twigg St., Palatka, 386-329-3721. A multi-use recreational trail along a corridor that stretches through St. Johns and Putnam counties. Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park floridastateparks.org/park/paynes-prairie 100 Savannah Blvd., Micanopy, 352-466-3397. Florida’s first state preserve and designated as a National Natural Landmark. Perdido Key State Park floridastateparks.org/park/perdido-key 15301 Perdido Key Dr., Pensacola, 850-492-1595. White sand beaches and rolling dunes covered with sea oats make this park a favorite destination. Ponce De Leon Springs State Park FloridaStateParks.org/park/ponce-de-leon-springs 2860 Ponce de Leon Springs Rd., Ponce De Leon, 850-836-4281. Crystal clear water; refreshing 68 degrees year-round. Price’s Scrub floridastateparks.org/trail/prices-scrub 9555 N.W. Hwy. 320, Micanopy, 352-466-3397. A 9.5-mile trail system provides equestrians, hikers and cyclists. Pumpkin Hill Creek Preserve State Park floridastateparks.org/park/pumpkin-hill 13802 Pumpkin Hill Rd., Jacksonville, 904-696-5980. This state park protects one of the largest contiguous areas of coastal uplands remaining in Duval. Ravine Gardens State Park floridastateparks.org/park/ravine-gardens 1600 Twigg St., Palatka, 386-329-3721. A historical formal garden with trails, gardens and a civic center located in Palatka. River Rise Preserve State Park floridastateparks.org/park/river-rise 410 S.E. Oleno Park Rd., High Springs, 386-454-1853. A quiet park offering equestrian facilities and miles of trails for hiking and fat tire bikes. Rooterville Animal Sanctuary rooterville.org 5579 Darwood St., Melrose, 386-661-2287. Rooterville is home to more than 400 friendly rescue animals and they can’t wait to meet you! SailTime - St. Augustine Sailing sta-sail.com 3076 Harbor Dr., St. Augustine, 904-829-0648. Sailing charters (2 hours, sunset, half day, multiday), ASA sailing school and sail time. See ad on page 33. Reader Response 69 San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park floridastateparks.org/park/san-felasco-hammock 12720 N.W. 109th Ln., Alachua, 386-462-7905. Hiking, horseback riding, off-road bicycling and more. San Marcos de Apalache Historic State Park floridastateparks.org/park/san-marcos 148 Old Fort Rd., St. Marks, 850-925-6216. Visitors may walk interpretive trails and experience the museum. SandCastle Lessons beachsandsculptures.com 2-50 Lands End Dr., Destin, 303-681-2631. Sand castle lessons, marriage proposals, wedding sand sculptures, team building. Sea Serpent Tours seaserpenttours.com 6550 S.R. 13 N., St. Augustine, 904-495-4200. We provide historic and ecological tours of St. Augustine from our beautiful inland waterways. Seacrest Wolf Preserve seacrestwolfpreserve.org 3449 Bonnett Pond Rd., Chipley, 850-773-2897. Seacrest Wolf Preserve, Inc., where wolves and humans connect in nature! Shell Island Dolphin Tour shellislanddolphintour.com 4607 State Park Ln., Panama City Beach, 850-630-1278. Private dolphin tour and snorkel trip. Shell Island Pontoon Rentals shellislandpontoonrentals.com 4607 State Park Ln., Panama City Beach, 850-630-1278. Ever dream of being a captain of your own boat? Let us help you make that dream come true. Shell Island Shuttle shellislandshuttle.com 4607 State Park Ln., Panama City Beach, 850-233-0504. Shell Island Shuttle carries passengers between St. Andrews State Park and Shell Island. St. Andrews State Park floridastateparks.org/park/st-andrews 4607 State Park Ln., Panama City, 850-233-5140. The sugar white sands and clear emerald green water make this one of the world’s best beaches. St. Augustine Scenic Cruise scenic-cruise.com 111 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine, 904-824-1806. Relax and enjoy a one-hour-and-fifteen-minute cruise aboard the Victory III. St. Marks River Preserve State Park floridastateparks.org/park/st-marks-river 3600 Indian Mound Rd., Tallahassee, 850-245-2072. St. Marks River State Park has more than 2,500 acres of land along the St. Marks River. Stephen Foster Folk Culture Center State Park floridastateparks.org/park/stephen-foster 11016 Lillian Saunders Dr., White Springs, 386-397-2733. Music and folk life located on the banks of the legendary Suwannee River. SunQuest Cruises (SOLARIS) sunquestcruises.com 9300 Hwy. 98, Destin, 850-650-2519. Dine, dance and cruise on the SOLARIS yacht in Destin. Fireworks sunset dinner cruises. Sure Lure Fishing Charters surelurecharters.com Destin Fishing Fleet Marina 210 Hwy. 98 E., Destin, 850-376-8399. Sure Lure Charters offer outstanding deep-sea fishing trips in the Gulf of Mexico off of Destin. Suwannee River State Park floridastateparks.org/park/suwannee-river 3631 201st Path, Live Oak, 386-362-2746. Activities include fishing, kayaking, boating, picnicking and canoeing. Suwannee River Wilderness State Trail (Lower) floridastateparks.org/trail/suwannee-river-wilderness-trail 4298 N.W. C.R. 292, Mayo, 1-800-868-9914. The Lower Suwannee runs deep and wide as it flows into the Gulf. Suwannee River Wilderness State Trail (Upper) floridastateparks.org/trail/suwannee-river-wilderness-trail 4298 N.W. C.R. 292, Mayo, 1-800-868-9914. A paddling trail along the Suwannee River offering river camps and many other ammenities. T.H. Stone Memorial St. Joseph Peninsula State Park floridastateparks.org/park/st-joseph 8899 Cape San Blas Rd., Port St. Joe, 850-227-1327. Provides excellent opportunities for bird watching and wildlife viewing. T.N.T. Hideaway tnthideaway.com 6527 Coastal Hwy. 98, Crawfordville, 850-925-6412. Take a canoe or kayak trip down a cypress tree-lined river and enjoy nearby wildlife refuges. Tallahassee-St. Marks Historic Railroad State Trail floridastateparks.org/trail/tallahassee-st-marks 1358 Old Woodville Rd., Crawfordville, 850-519-6594. This trail runs 20.5 miles from Florida’s capital city to the coastal community of St. Marks. Tarklin Bayou Preserve State Park floridastateparks.org/park/tarkiln-bayou 12301 Gulf Beach Hwy., Pensacola, 850-492-1595. Visitors can enjoy a picnic or take a hike on the nature trails to observe rare plants and animals. Three Rivers State Park floridastateparks.org/park/three-rivers 7908 Three River Park Rd., Sneads, 850-482-9006. Visitors might catch sight of fox squirrels, deer or many species of native and migratory birds. Topsail Hill Preserve State Park floridastateparks.org/park/topsai-hilll 7525 W. Scenic Hwy., Santa Rosa Beach, 850-267-8330. Attractions include natural surface trails, wildlife viewing and 3.2 miles of white sand beaches. Torreya State Park floridastateparks.org/park/torreya 2576 N.W. Torreya Park Rd., Bristol, 850-643-2674. Torreya offers visitors an experience that is rarely found in the Sunshine State. Troy Spring State Park floridastateparks.org/park/troy-spring 674 N.E. Troy Springs Rd., Branford, 386-935-4835. A beautiful place to swim, fish and picnic along the iconic Suwannee River. Waccasassa Bay Preserve State Park floridastateparks.org/park/waccasassa-bay 8312 S.W. 125th Ct., Cedar Key, 352-543-5567. Only accessible by boat; a small remnant of what was once the vast Gulf Hammock. Wakulla Springs State Park floridastateparks.org/park/wakulla-springs 465 Wakulla Park Dr., Wakulla Springs, 850-561-7278. Home of one of the largest and deepest freshwater springs in the world. Washington Oaks Gardens State Park floridastateparks.org/park/washington-oaks 6400 N. Oceanshore Blvd., Palm Coast, 386-446-6780. Visitors enjoy picnicking, fishing and walking through the ornamental gardens and along the river. Wes Skiles Peacock Springs State Park floridastateparks.org/park/peacock-springs 18081 185th Rd., Live Oak, 386-776-2194. This park features one of the longest underwater cave systems in the continental United States. Wilderness Way thewildernessway.net 3152 Shadeville Rd., Crawfordville, 850-877-7200. Eco-tours, instructions, kayak fishing, kayak and bike rental are among our services. William J. Rish Recreational Park apd.myflorida.com/rish-park 6773 Cape San Blas Rd., Cape San Blas, 850-482-9386. Billy Joe Rish Park is a park specifically for people with disabilities and their families. Yellow Bluff Fort Historic State Park floridastateparks.org/park/yellow-bluff 9348 New Berlin Rd., Jacksonville, 904-251-2320. This site was an important military position during the Civil War, allowing access to the inland. Yellow River Marsh Preserve State Park floridastateparks.org/park/yellow-river Milton, 850-983-5363. Nearly 20 rare and endangered species of plants and animals make their homes along the bay. ZIPStream’s Castaway Canopy Adventure oldcityzip.com 2045-B, FL-16, St. Augustine, 904-814-9562. ZIPStream’s Castaway Canopy Adventure is St. Augustine’s fully guided zip line eco canopy tour! Shopping Avonlea Antique Mall avonleamall.com 8101 Philips Hwy., Jacksonville, 904-636-8785. Avonlea is home to Jacksonville’s largest and most beautiful antiques and interiors mall. Destin Commons destincommons.com 4100 Legendary Dr. Ste. 270, Destin, 850-337-8700. Northwest Florida’s premier open-air lifestyle shopping center. Explorer’s Outpost Gift Shop at Colonial Quarter colonialquarter.com 21 St. George St., St. Augustine, 904-342-2857. One-of-a-kind gift shop located in the heart of St. Augustine’s Colonial Quarter museum complex. Flagler Beach Gift Shop flaglerbeachgiftshop.com 105 N. Oceanshore Blvd. Unit D, Flagler Beach, 386-439-0053. Flagler Beach Gift Shop is your one-stop shop for everything Flagler Beach! Havana Merchants Association havanaflorida.com N.W. 1st St., Havana, 850-567-4281. The historic Havana shopping district is home to more than 30 unique shops and restaurants. Pier Park, Simon Property Group simon.com/mall/?id=1204 600 Pier Park Dr. Ste. 125, Panama City Beach, 850-236-9974. A premier shopping destination for locals and visitors alike. See ad on page 56. Reader Response 23 Ponte Vedra Inn & Club Shops pvresorts.com 200 Ponte Vedra Blvd., Ponte Vedra Beach, 904-285-1111. An oceanfront luxury experience where guests enjoy reciprocal access to a great array of amenities. See ad on page 89. Reader Response 39 Silver Sands Premium Outlets, Simon Property Group premiumoutlets.com/silversands 10562 Emerald Coast Pkwy., Destin, 850-654-9771. Silver Sands Premium Outlets is home to 110 designer and name brand outlet stores. See ad on page 56. Reader Response 23 St. Augustine Premium Outlets, Simon Property Group premiumoutlets.com/staugustine 2700 S.R. 16, St. Augustine, 904-825-1555. Find impressive savings at more than 85 outlet stores. See ad on page 56. Reader Response 23 St. Johns Town Center Mall, Simon Property Group simon.com/mall/st-johns-town-center 4663 River City Dr. Ste. 119, Jacksonville, 904-998-7156. St. Johns Town Center is more than a mall; it’s a destination! See ad on page 56. Reader Response 23 Sweet Pete’s Candy Shoppe sweetpetescandy.com 400 N. Hogan St., Jacksonville, 904-376-7161. Sweet Pete’s offers high-quality sweets, hands-on classes, and parties for all ages. Spice & Tea Exchange of St Augustine spiceandtea.com 59 Hypolita St., St. Augustine, 904-826-3770. Begin your adventure by exploring the finest in savory spices, gourmet teas and seasonings. Food and Drink Barefoots Beachside Bar & Grill at Hilton Sandestin Resort hiltonsandestinbeach.com 4000 S. Sandestin Blvd., Miramar Beach, 850-267-9500. We offer tropical drinks, scrumptious sandwiches, generous salads and the freshest seafood available. Budweiser Brewery budweisertours.com 111 Busch Dr., Jacksonville, 904-751-8117. Discover the world’s greatest beers during a free tour through a blend of rich brewing heritage. Bull & Crown Publick House at Colonial Quarter colonialquarter.com/dine/bull-and-crown-publick-house 53 Saint George St., St. Augustine, 904-495-5337. Enjoy great food, fun and a full bar in casual pub atmosphere in the heart of St. Augustine. Chautauqua Vineyards & Winery chautauquawinery.com 364 Hugh Adams Rd., Defuniak Springs, 850-892-5887. The 40 acre was established in 1979 and offers a wide variety of wines for sampling. Crab Island Cantina at Harborwalk Village crabislandcantina.com 2 Harbor Blvd., Destin, 850-424-7417. Enjoy Latin inspired Mexican cuisine, fresh Gulf seafood and more in a casual waterfront view. Cypress Restaurant cypressrestaurant.com 320 E. Tennessee St., Tallahassee, 850-513-1100. Visit Cypress for a friendly cocktail, business dinner or special occasion. Emerald Coast Winery emeraldcoastwinecellars.com 1708 Scenic Gulf Dr. Ste. C, Miramar Beach, 850-837-9500. Guest are invited to try all of our wines and can browse the gift shop. Falcon’s Nest at Omni Amelia Island Plantation omnihotels.com/findahotel/ameliaisland/dining/thefalconsnest.aspx 36 Amelia Village Cir., Amelia Island, 904-261-6161. Offering a fun and relaxing place to unwind from either a busy or relaxing day. Flora-Bama Lounge florabama.com 17401 Perdido Key Dr., Pensacola, 850-492-0611. Home of the Bushwacker, Interstate Mullet Toss, and more. Grande Vista Bar & Grille at Emerald Grande At HarborWalk Village emeraldgrande.com/restaurants.aspx 10 Harbor Blvd., Destin, 850-337-8100. We have delicious local seafood, signature sandwiches and mouthwatering burgers. GrassLands Brewing Company grasslandsbrewery.com 603 W. Gaines St. Unit 7, Tallahassee, 904-651-5959. We service the best quality beer we can while committing to the environment and animal welfare. Hadashi Sushi Bar at Hilton Sandestin Resort hiltonsandestinbeach.com 4000 S. Sandestin Blvd., Miramar Beach, 850-267-9500. Authentic Japanese sushi bar featuring fresh sushi and more; live entertainment seasonally. Harry T’s Lighthouse at Harborwalk Village harryts.com 46 Harbor Blvd., Destin, 850-654-4800. American cuisine with circus-themed décor in honor of “Flying Harry T,” a famous trapeze artist. Jackacudas Seafood and Sushi at Harborwalk Village jackacudas.com 56 Harbor Blvd., Destin, 850-424-3507. Enjoy seafood at Jackacudas from the world’s luckiest fishing village of Destin. Jenkins Quality Barbecue of Jacksonville jenkinsqualitybarbecue.com 4255 Camellia Cir. E., Jacksonville, 904-448-5868. A family business serving Jacksonville, Florida for 57 years. Jester Mardi Gras Daiquiris and Pizza at Harborwalk Village mardigrasdaiquiris.com 34 Harbor Blvd. Ste. 106, Destin, 850-650-3615. Taste the flavors of New Orleans! Try our signature drink, The Jester, made from a blend of secret ingredients. Jimmy Buffett’s Margaritaville at Harborwalk Village margaritavilledestin.com 76 Harbor Blvd., Destin, 850-460-7700. Margaritaville is more than a restaurant; it’s a state of mind. Chill out on the Porch of Indecision. LuLu’s - Destin lulubuffett.com/destin 4607 Legendary Marina Dr., Destin, 850-710-5858. Lucy Buffett’s Lulu’s – fun, food, music! Live music nightly and bayfront dining. Allergy menu available. Magnolia Grill of Fort Walton Beach magnoliagrillfwb.com 157 Brooks St. S.E., Ft. Walton Beach, 850-302-0266. Family owned and operated serving steaks, seafood and Italian. Open for lunch and dinner. March Burette Shoppe at Omni Amelia Island Plantation omniameliaislandplantation.com 85 Amelia Village Cir., Amelia Island, 904-491-4834. Adorable deli and market. French bistro inspired deli and shop with specialty kitchen items and more. Primrose hendersonbeachresort.com/dine/primrose 200 Henderson Resort Way, Destin, 850-424-4453. Offering the finest seafood available along the Gulf Coast. Riptides Grill & Tiki Bar holidayinnresortfortwaltonbeach.com/riptides-grill 1299 Miracle Strip Pkwy. S.E., Ft. Walton Beach, 850-301-9000. Riptides Grill and Tiki Bar is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, seven days a week. San Sebastian Winery sansebastianwinery.com 157 King St., St. Augustine, 904-826-1594. You are taken on an interesting journey through the wine making process with a guided walking tour. Sandcastles Restaurant & Lounge at Hilton Sandestin Resort hiltonsandestinbeach.com 4000 S. Sandestin Blvd., Miramar Beach, 850-267-9500. Exquisite cuisine in a casually elegant atrium setting; diverse menu for everyone. Seagar’s Prime Steaks & Seafood Restaurant at Hilton Sandestin Resort seagars.com 4000 S. Sandestin Blvd., Miramar Beach, 850-622-1500. We have a commitment to excellence and to providing an unforgettable fine dining experience. Sharky’s Beachfront Restaurant sharkysbeach.com 15201 Front Beach Rd., Panama City Beach, 850-235-2420. Eat, play, and party right on the beach! St. Augustine Distillery staugustinedistillery.com 112 Riberia St., St. Augustine, 904-825-4962. Our spirits capture the taste and flavors of Florida and reflect the passion of those who make them. Trigo Mediterranean Grill facebook.com/trigogrill 1031 W. 15th St., Panama City, 850-481-1667. Authentic Mediterranean cuisine. Trigo San Francisco Style Deli & Catering trigosfdeli.com 119 Harrison Ave., Panama City, 850-481-0132. We provide fresh sandwiches, pizzas and salad to downtown Panama City. Urban Bean Coffeehouse Cafe theurbanbeancoffeehouse.com 2023 Park Ave., Orange Park, 904-541-4938. Great coffee, great food and great friends! Verandah at Omni Amelia Island Plantation omnihotels.com/hotels/amelia-island-plantation/dining/verandah-restaurant 142 Racquet Park Dr., Amelia Island, 904-321-5050. The Verandah is a place to recapture romance, make memories with friends and re-connect with family. Visitor Services Academy Bus academybus.com 3501 W. Beaver St., Jacksonville, 904-355-9999. America First Coast Travel americafirstcoasttravel.com 4201 Baymeadows Rd. Ste. 4, Jacksonville, 904-731-9222. Apalachicola Bay Chamber of Commerce apalachicolabay.org 122 Commerce St., Apalachicola, 850-653-9419. Apalachicola Main Street downtownapalachicola.com 1 Avenue E., Apalachicola, 850-274-1321. Big Fat Coupon Book bigfatcouponbookonline.com 10 Castillo Dr., St. Augustine, 904-825-4800. Blountstown Main Street facebook.com/blountstown-main-street-248534401915422 20755 Central Ave., E. Ste. B, Blountstown, 850-237-1888. Chattahoochee Main Street facebook.com/chattahoocheemainstreet P.O. Box 324, Chattahoochee, 850-663-2323. City of Apalachicola, Historic Apalachicola Main Street historicapalachicola.com 86 Water St., Apalachicola, 855-272-5224. City of Madison cityofmadisonfl.com 321 S.W. Rutledge St., Madison, 850-973-5081. City of Quincy- Quincy Main Street quincymainstreet.net 114 N. Adams St., Quincy, 850-627-7681. Clay County Division of Tourism exploreclay.com 477 Houston St., Green Cove Springs, 904-278-3737. Columbia County Tourist Development Council springsrus.com 971 W. Duval St. Ste. 145, Lake City, 386-758-1312. Destin Area Chamber of Commerce destinchamber.com 4484 Legendary Dr. Ste. A, Destin, 850-837-6241. Destination Panama City pcgov.org/157/community-development 1000 Beck Ave., Panama City, 850-215-1700. Dixie County Tourist Development Council visitdixie.com P.O. Box 2600, Cross City, 352-498-1403. Emerald Coast Convention & Visitors Bureau emeraldcoasfl.com 1540 Miracle Strip Pkwy. S.E., Ft. Walton Beach, 800-322-3319. See ad on page 74 and 75. Reader Response 29 Emerald Coast Convention Center emeraldcoastconventioncenter.com 1250 Miracle Strip Pkwy. S.E., Ft. Walton Beach, 850-609-3800. Fernandina Beach Main Street fernandinamainstreet.com 715 Centre St., Fernandina Beach, 904-624-0496. Flagler County Chamber of Commerce palmcoastandtheflaglerbeaches.com 20 Airport Rd. Ste. C, Palm Coast, 386-437-0106. Florida Department of Environmental Protection dep.state.fl.us Revenue Section P.O. Box 3070, Tallahassee, 850-922-6007. Florida Regional Councils Association flregionalcouncils.org 9002 Winged Foot Dr., Tallahassee, 850-294-0526. Florida’s The Hidden Coast thehiddencoastmag.com/about-us 323 S. Marion Ave., Lake City, 386-719-1354. Gadsden County Tourist Development Council dosomethingoriginal.com P.O. Box 1799 9 E. Jefferson St. #102, Quincy, 850-662-3306. Gilchrist County Tourist Development Council visitgilchristcounty.com 209 S.E. 1st St., Trenton, 352-463-3198. Greater Fort Walton Beach Chamber of Commerce fwbchamber.com 34 Miracle Strip Pkwy. S.E., Ft. Walton Beach, 850-244-8191. Gulf County Tourist Development Council visitgulf.com 150 Captain Freds Pl., Port St. Joe, 850-229-7800. See ad on page 79. Reader Response 31 Hamilton County Development Authority hamiltoncda.org 1153 N.W. U.S. Hwy. 41, #4, Jasper, 386-792-6828. Hamilton County Tourist Development Council hamiltoncountyflorida.com 204 N.E. First St., Jasper, 386-792-6829. Historic Pensacola historicpensacola.org 120 Church St., Pensacola, 850-595-5985. Holmes County Tourist Development Council holmescountyonline.com 106 E. Byrd Ave., Bonifay, 850-547-6155. Jackson County Tourist Development Council visitjacksoncountyfla.com 4318 Lafayette St., Marianna, 850-482-8061. See ad on page 81. Reader Response 34 Jacksonville International Airport flyjacksonville.com 2400 Yankee Clipper Dr., Jacksonville, 904-741-4902. Jefferson County Tourist Development Council visitjeffersoncountyflorida.com 420 W. Washington St., Monticello, 850-997-0517. Levy County Visitors Bureau visitlevy.com 620 N. Hathaway Ave., Bronson, 352-486-3396. Levy County is a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts. Swim crystal clear springs and enjoy seafood, peanut and watermelon festivals hosted annually. See ad on page 24. Reader Response 9 Madison County Chamber of Commerce & Tourism madisonfl.org 316 S.W. Pinckney St., Madison, 850-973-2788. Main Street Crestview Association mainstreetcrestview.org 198 N. Wilson St., Crestview, 850-689-3722. Main Street Milton mainstreetmilton.org 3801 Andrew Jackson Dr., Milton, 850-623-9377. Main Street Monticello Florida, Inc. mainstreetmonticellofl.org 655 E. High St, Monticello, 850-576-0721. Main Street Perry flheritage.com/preservation/mainstreet/mstreet.cfm 103 E. Ellis St., Perry, 850-843-1279. Marianna Main Street cityofmarianna.com P.O. Box 936, Marianna, 850-482-4129. Mexico Beach Visitors Bureau mexicobeach.com 102 Canal Pkwy., Mexico Beach, 850-648-8196. See ad on page 79. Reader Response 32 Micanopy Area Chamber of Commerce micanopychamber.com 112 N.E. 1st St., Micanopy, 352-466-3327. Natural Bridge Historical Society, Inc. nbhscso.com 815 E. 7th Ave., Tallahassee, 850-222-6192. Newberry Main Street Organization, Inc newberrymainstreet.com 25435 W. Newberry Rd., Newberry, 352-072-2112. North Florida Regional Chamber of Commerce northfloridachamber.com 100 E. Call St., Starke, 904-964-5278. Palm Coast and the Flagler Beaches visitflagler.com Flagler County Chamber of Commerce 20 Airport Rd. Ste. C Palm Coast, 386-437-0106. See ad on page 12. Reader Response 6 Panacea Waterfronts Florida Partnership visitpanacea.com P.O. Box 212, Panacea, 850-528-1527. Panama City Beach Chamber of Commerce pcbeach.org 309 Richard Jackson Blvd., Panama City Beach, 850-235-1159. Panama City Beach Convention & Visitors Bureau visitpanamacitybeach.com 17001 Panama City Beach Pkwy., Panama City Beach, 850-233-6503. See ad on page 85. Reader Response 36 Panama City Historic Downtown pcdib.com 413 Harrison Ave., Panama City, 850-785-2554. Panama City Main Street pcdib.com/main-street 1000 Beck Ave., Panama City, 850-785-2554. Pensacola Beach visitpensacolabeach.com 735 Pensacola Beach Blvd., Pensacola Beach, 850-932-1500. Pensacola Downtown Improvement Board downtownpensacola.com 41 N. Jefferson St. Ste. 401, Pensacola, 850-434-5371. Pensacola International Airport flypensacola.com 2430 Airport Blvd. Ste. 225, Pensacola, 850-436-5000. Perdido Key Area Chamber of Commerce visitperdido.com 15500 Perdido Key Dr., Pensacola, 850-492-4660. Perry-Taylor County Chamber of Commerce taylorcountychamber.com 428 N. Jefferson St., Perry, 850-584-5366. Ponte Vedra Beach Visitors Center & St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce sjcchamber.com 200 Solana Rd. Ste. B, Ponte Vedra Beach, 904-285-2004. Putnam County Chamber of Commerce putnamcountychamber.com 1100 Reid St., Palatka, 386-328-1503. ReserveStAugustine.com reservestaugustine.com St. Augustine, 888-590-4978. RiverWay South Apalachicola Choctawhatchee rwsfl.org P.O. Box 488, Crawfordville, 850-764-2853. Santa Rosa County Tourist Development Office getrelaxing.com 8543 Navarre Pkwy., Navarre, 850-981-8900. See ad on page 87. Reader Response 37 Seaside Community Development Corporation seasidefl.com 121 Central Sq. Ste. B, Seaside, 850-231-4224. St. Augustine Attractions Association staugustineattractions.net P.O. Box 3961, St. Augustine, 904-829-0745. St. Augustine, Ponte Vedra & The Beaches Visitors & Convention Bureau floridashistoriccoast.com 29 Old Mission Ave., St. Augustine, 904-829-1711. See ad on page 13 and 91. Reader Response 7 St. Johns County Tourist Development Council floridashistoriccoast.com 500 San Sebastian View, St. Augustine, 904-209-4428. Steinhatchee River Chamber of Commerce steinhatcheeriverchamber.org P.O. Box 1008, Steinhatchee, 352-356-1086. Suwannee County Tourist Development Council floridanewfrontier.com 212 Ohio Ave. N., Live Oak, 386-688-5366. Suwannee River Valley Marketing Group springsrus.com 263 N.W. Lake City Ave., Lake City, 386-758-1312. Tallahassee Downtown Improvement Authority tallahasseedowntown.com 106 E. Jefferson St. Fl. 3, Tallahassee, 850-224-3252. Taylor County Tourism Development Council steinhatcheetoperry.com 428 N. Jefferson St., Perry, 850-584-5366. Town of White Springs whitesprings.org 10363 Bridge St., White Springs, 386-397-2310. Tripshock.com tripshock.com 102 Harbor Blvd., Destin, 850-424-5125. Vilano Beach Main Street vilanobeachfl.com 3101 First St. Vilano Beach, St. Augustine, 904-540-0402. Visit Gainesville visitgainesville.com 30 E. University Ave., Gainesville, 352-374-5231. See ad on page 81. Reader Response 35 Visit Jacksonville visitjacksonville.com 208 N. Laura St. Fl. 102, Jacksonville, 904-798-9111. See ad on page 73. Reader Response 28 Visit Natural North Florida visitnaturalnorthflorida.com 2009 N.W. 67th Pl., Gainesville, 352-955-2200. Visit Pensacola visitpensacola.com 1401 E. Gregory St., Pensacola, 850-434-1234. See ad on Back Cover. Reader Response 64 Visit Pensacola Beach visitpensacolabeach.com 1 Via De Luna Dr., Pensacola Beach, 850-932-2257. Visit South Walton visitsouthwalton.com 25777 U.S. Hwy. 331 S., Santa Rosa Beach, 850-267-1216. Visit St Augustine visitstaugustine.com 85 Riberia St., St. Augustine, 904-824-0709. Visit Tallahassee visittallahassee.com 106 E. Jefferson St., Tallahassee, 850-606-2305. Wakulla County Tourist Development Council visitwakulla.com 1493 Coastal Hwy., Panacea, 850-984-3966. Wander Media Company wandermediacompany.com 1729 Greenridge Circle S., Jacksonville, 904-479-6640. The Washington County Tourist Development Council visitwashingtoncountyfl.com 672 5th St., Chipley, 850-638-6013. North Accommodations AMELIA ISLAND Addison on Amelia 614 Ash St. Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island 32034 904-277-1604, addisononamelia.com Amelia Hotel at the Beach 1997 S. Fletcher Ave., Amelia Island 32034 904-206-5600, ameliahotel.com Amelia Island Vacations 98 S. Fletcher Ave., Amelia Island 32034 904-277-4851, ameliaislandvacations.com Elizabeth Pointe Lodge 98 S. Fletcher Ave., Amelia Island 32034 904-277-4851, elizabethpointelodge.com Hampton Inn Amelia Island at Fernandina Beach 2549 Sadler Rd., Amelia Island 32034 904-321-1111, hamptoninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/florida/hampton-inn-amelia-island-at-fernandina-beach-aisflhx/index.html Hoyt House Bed & Breakfast Inn 804 Atlantic Ave. Fernandina Beach, Amelia Island 32034 904-277-4300, hoythouse.com Omni Amelia Island Plantation 39 Beach Lagoon Rd., Amelia Island 32034 904-261-6161, omniameliaislandplantation.com The Villas of Amelia Island Plantation 39 Beach Lagoon Rd., Amelia Island 32034 904-261-6161, villasofameliaisland.com ATLANTIC BEACH One Ocean Resort & Spa 1 Ocean Blvd., Atlantic Beach 32233 904-249-7402, oneoceanresort.com BALDWIN Red Roof Inn Baldwin 1088 U.S. Hwy. 301 S., Baldwin 32234 904-266-9759, redroofbaldwin.com BLUE MOUNTAIN BEACH Dune Allen Realty Vacation Rentals - Blue Mountain Beach 5200 W. Scenic Hwy. 30A, Blue Mountain Beach 32459 850-267-2121, beautifulbeach.com CAPE SAN BLAS Sunset Reflections by Natural Retreats 1147 Cape San Blas Rd., Cape San Blas 32456 877-805-7794, sunsetreflections.com CEDAR KEY Cedar Key Bed & Breakfast 810 3rd St., Cedar Key 32625 352-543-9000, cedarkeybandb.com The Island Hotel & Restaurant 373 2nd St., Cedar Key 32625 352-543-5111, islandhotel-cedarkey.com Natures Landing Condominiums 7041 Depot P.O. Box 1014, Cedar Key 32625 352-543-9900, natureslandingcondos.com Old Fenimore Mill Condominiums 11 Old Mill Dr., Cedar Key 32625 352-543-9803, fenimoremill.com CHIPLEY Red Roof Inn Chipley 1593 Main St., Chipley 32428 850-638-7335, redroofchipley.com CRAWFORDVILLE Best Western PLUS - Wakulla Inn & Suites 3292 Coastal Hwy. 98, Crawfordville 32327 850-926-3737, bestwestern.com/wakullainn Magnuson Hotel Wildwood Inn Crawfordville 3896 Coastal Hwy. 98, Crawfordville 32327 850-926-4455, innatwildwood.com AD PAGE 52 CROSS CITY Putnam Lodge Hotel & Spa 15487 N.W. Hwy. 19, Cross City 32628 352-440-0414, putnamlodge.com/index.php DEFUNIAK SPRINGS Best Western Crossroads Inn 2343 Freeport Rd., DeFuniak Springs 32435 850-892-5111, bestwestern.com/prop_10184 DESTIN Beach Bums Vacation Rentals 11714 U.S. Hwy. 98 W. Ste. 1, Destin 32550 850-654-7177, beachbumsdestin.com Compass Resorts 13330 Emerald Coast Pkwy., Destin 32550 850-269-1005, compassresorts.com Coral Reef Club Destin 2708 Scenic Hwy. 98, Destin 32541 850-424-5332, coralreefclubdestin.com Dale E Peterson Vacations - Destin 321 Harbor Blvd., Destin 32541 850-654-4747, destinresorts.com Destin Beach Club 1150 Scenic Hwy. 98, Destin 32541 850-837-3985, destinbeachclub.com Destin Gulfgate 1180 Scenic Hwy. 98, Destin 32541 888-234-4853, destingulfgate.com Destin Seafarer 1700 Scenic Hwy. 98, Destin 32541 850-837-1196, destinseafarer.com Emerald Coast By Owner 2410 Scenic Hwy. 98 205A, Destin 32550 513-277-9026, emeraldcoastbyowner.com/browse/florida Emerald Grande at HarborWalk Village 10 Harbor Blvd., Destin 32541 877-797-6239, emeraldgrande.com Henderson Beach Resort 200 Henderson Resort Way, Destin 32541 877-724-4956, hendersonbeachresort.com Henderson Park Inn Bed & Breakfast 2700 Scenic Hwy. 98 E., Destin 32541 850-654-7015, hendersonparkinn.com The Islander Destin 502 Gulf Shore Dr., Destin 32541 850-837-1000, islander-resort.com Kiley Beach Resorts 1359 Emerald Bay Dr., Destin 32541 850-837-0011, kileybeachresorts.com The Resorts of Pelican Beach 1002 Hwy. 98 E., Destin 32541 850-654-1425, pelican-beach.com AD PAGE 89 Sandpiper Cove Condominiums 775 Gulf Shore Dr., Destin 32541 855-425-1368, sandpipercove.com Shore Dreams Vacation Rentals 4507 Furling Ln. Ste. 209, Destin 32541 855-550-8005, shoredreams.net Southern Rentals and Real Estate 4608 Opa Locka Ln., Destin 32541 888-416-6202, southernresorts.com SummerPlace Inn 14047 Emerald Coast Pkwy., Destin 32541 850-650-8003, summerplaceinn.com FERNANDINA BEACH Beachside Motel 3172 S. Fletcher Ave., Fernandina Beach 32034 904-261-4236, beachsidemotel.com Days Inn & Suites - Amelia Island 2707 Sadler Rd., Fernandina Beach 32034 904-277-2300, ameliaislandbeachhotel.com Residence Inn - Amelia Island 2301 Sadler Rd., Fernandina Beach 32034 904-277-2440, residenceinnameliaisland.com FT. WALTON BEACH Best Western Fort Walton Beachfront Hotel 380 Santa Rosa Blvd., Ft. Walton Beach 32548 850-243-9444, bestwesternfwb.com Dale E Peterson Vacations - Ft. Walton Beach 520 Santa Rosa Blvd., Ft. Walton Beach 32548 850-654-4747, destinresorts.com Holiday Inn Resort Fort Walton Beach 1299 Miracle Strip Pkwy. S.E., Ft. Walton Beach 32548 850-301-9000, holidayinnresortfortwaltonbeach.com The Nautilus Condominiums 660 Nautilus Ct., Ft. Walton Beach 32548 850-244-9860, nautiluscondominium.com ResortQuest by Wyndham Vacation Rentals 546 Mary Esther Cut Off N.W. Ste. 3, Ft. Walton Beach 32548 866-451-0709, wyndhamvacationrentals.com/experiences/northwest-florida-beaches AD PAGE 65 GAINESVILLE Comfort Inn University 3440 S.W. 40th Blvd., Gainesville 32608 352-264-1771, gainesvillecomfort.com Red Roof PLUS+ Gainesville 3500 S.W. 42nd St., Gainesville 32608 352-336-3311, redroofgainesville.com Sleep Inn & Suites University 4110 S.W. 40th Blvd., Gainesville 32608 352-376-4145, sleepinn.com/hotel/fl883 Sweetwater Branch Inn Bed and Breakfast 625 E. University Ave., Gainesville 32601 352-373-6760, sweetwaterinn.com GRAYTON BEACH Dune Allen Realty Vacation Rentals - Grayton Beach 5200 W. Scenic Hwy. 30A, Grayton Beach 32459 850-267-2121, beautifulbeach.com Hibiscus Coffee & Guest House 85 DeFuniak St., Grayton Beach 32459 850-231-1734, hibiscusflorida.com GULF BREEZE Quality Inn & Suites 51 Gulf Breeze Pkwy., Gulf Breeze 32561 850-932-2214, qualityinngulfbreeze.com JACKSONVILLE Best Western Oceanfront-Jacksonville Beach 305 N. First St., Jacksonville 32250 904-249-4949, bestwesternjacksonvillebeach.com Courtyard By Marriott - Jacksonville Beach Oceanfront 1617 N. First St., Jacksonville 32250 904-435-0300, marriott.com/jaxjv Embassy Suites Hotel - Jacksonville 9300 Baymeadows Rd., Jacksonville 32256 904-731-3555, embassysuitesjax.com Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Jacksonville Beach 1616 First St. N., Jacksonville 32250 904-435-0100, marriott.com/jaxjb Four Points by Sheraton Jacksonville Beachfront 11 First St. N., Jacksonville 32250 904-435-3535, starwoodhotels.com Holiday Inn Express Jacksonville Beach 1101 Beach Blvd., Jacksonville 32250 904-435-3000, hiejacksonvillebeach.com Holiday Inn Jacksonville E. 295 and Baymeadows 11083 Nursery Fields Dr., Jacksonville 32256 904-854-8000, jacksonvillehi.com Red Roof Inn Jacksonville - Orange Park 6099 Youngerman Cir., Jacksonville 32244 904-777-1000, redroofjacksonvilleorangepark.com Red Roof Inn Jacksonville - Southpoint 6969 Lenoir Ave. E., Jacksonville 32216 904-296-1006, redroofjacksonvillesouthpoint.com Red Roof Inn Jacksonville Airport 1063 Airport Rd., Jacksonville 32218 904-741-4488, redroofjacksonvilleairport.com Red Roof Inn Jacksonville North 10901 Harts Rd., Jacksonville 32218 904-751-3888, redroofjacksonvillenorth.com LAKE CITY Days Inn - Lake City 3430 N. U.S. Hwy. 441, Lake City 32055 386-758-4224, daysinn.com/hotel/10835 Fairfield Inn & Suites Lake City 538 S.W. Corporate Dr., Lake City 32024 386-466-1014, marriott.com/gnvlc MEXICO BEACH El Governor Motel 1701 Hwy. 98, Mexico Beach 32410 850-648-5757, elgovernormotel.net MILTON Red Roof Inn & Suites Pensacola East - Milton 2672 Avalon Blvd., Milton 32583 850-995-6100, redroofpensacolaeastmilton.com MIRAMAR BEACH Edgewater Beach Condominium 291 Scenic Gulf Dr., Miramar Beach 32550 850-837-1550, edgewaterbeach.com Emerald Coast Vacation Rentals 12273 Emerald Coast Pkwy. W. Ste. 110, Miramar Beach 32550 850-837-6100, ecvr.com Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa 4000 Sandestin Blvd. S. Miramar Beach 32550 850-267-9500 hiltonsandestin.com The Destin area’s largest full-service beachfront resort. My Vacation Haven, LLC 600 Grand Blvd. Ste. 202, Miramar Beach 32550 850-608-6078, myvacationhaven.com Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort 9300 Emerald Coast Pkwy. W., Miramar Beach 32550 888.844.7235, sandestin.com/visitflorida NAVARRE Dale E Peterson Vacations - Navarre Beach 8666 Navarre Pkwy., Navarre 32566 850-654-4747, navarreresorts.com Navarre Properties 8577 Gulf Blvd., Navarre 32566 850-936-1312, navarrelistings.com The Sea Horse Oceanfront Inn 120 Atlantic Blvd., Navarre 32266 904-246-2175, seahorseoceanfrontinn.com Vacation Rentals on Navarre Beach 8228 Gulf Blvd., Navarre 32566 850-936-8300, vacationrentalsonnavarrebeach.com PALM COAST Hammock Beach Resort 200 Ocean Crest Dr., Palm Coast 32137 888-446-8835, hammockbeach.com Legacy Vacation Resorts - Palm Coast 98 Palm Coast Resort Blvd., Palm Coast 32137 386-445-0637, legacyvacationresorts.com Red Roof Inn Palm Coast 10 Kingswood Dr., Palm Coast 32137 386-446-8180, redroof.com/property/palm-coast/fl/32137/hotels-in-palm-coast-between-st-augustine-daytona-beach-i-95/rri788 PANAMA CITY Boardwalk Beach Resort Hotel & Convention Center 9600 S. Thomas Dr., Panama City 32408 850-234-3484, boardwalkbeachresort.com Driftwood Lodge 15811 Front Beach Rd., Panama City 32413 850-234-6601, driftwoodpcb.com Emerald Beach Properties, Inc. 5625 Thomas Dr., Panama City 32408 850-234-0997, emeraldbeachproperties.com Emerald View Resorts 11807 Front Beach Rd., Panama City 32407 850-588-3517, emeraldviewresorts.com Garrett Realty Services - Panama City Beach Seagrove Plaza, 3723 E. C-30 A, Panama City 32459 850-231-1544, garrettrealty.com Holiday Inn Express & Suites - Panama City Beach 12907 Front Beach Rd., Panama City 32407 850-238-8848, hiexpresspcbeach.com Holiday Inn Panama City 2001 N. 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Thomas Dr., Panama City 32408 850-234-3484, rabeachgetaways.com Sea Side Villas Condominiums 4701 Thomas Dr., Panama City 32408 850-234-6587, pcbseasidevillas.com Seahaven Beach Resorts 15100 Front Beach Rd., Panama City 32413 800-607-0006, seahavenbeach.com Sheraton Bay Point Resort 4114 Jan Cooley Dr., Panama City 32408 850-236-6033, sheratonbaypoint.com Sterling Resorts Vacation Rentals 12011 Front Beach Rd., Panama City 32408 877-217-2180, sterlingresorts.com/?nck=visitflorida Summerhouse Condominiums 6505 Thomas Dr., Panama City 32408 850-234-1112, summerhousepc.com Treasure Island Resort Rentals 5004 Thomas Dr., Panama City 32408 850-235-0176, tipcb.com VIP Beach Rentals 3131 Thomas Dr., Panama City 32408 850-708-1214, vipbeachrentals.com PENSACOLA Luxury Coastal Vacations 13700 Perdido Key Dr. Unit B120, Pensacola 32507 855-479-6690, luxurycoastalvacations.com MainStay Suites Pensacola 7230 Plantation Rd., Pensacola 32504 850-479-1000, mainstaysuites.com Margaritaville Beach Hotel 165 Fort Pickens Rd., Pensacola 32561 850-916-9755, margaritavillehotel.com Meyer Vacation Rentals 13700 Perdido Key Dr. Unit 125, Pensacola 32507 800-487-5959, meyerre.com Motel 6 Pensacola West 5829 Pensacola Blvd., Pensacola 32505 850-494-1122, motel6-pensacola-west.com Paradise Beach Homes 27-29 Via De Luna Dr., Pensacola 32561 850-916-0777, paradisebeachhomes.com Paradise Inn 21 Via De Luna Dr., Pensacola 32561 850-932-2319, paradiseinn-pb.com Pensacola Beach Properties 50 Fort Pickens Rd., Pensacola 32561 850-934-0099, pensacolabeachproperty.com Perdido Key Resort Management 13700 Perdido Key Dr. Unit B122, Pensacola 32507 850-492-9999, perdidokeyflorida.com Red Roof Inn & Suites Pensacola - NAS Corry 4 N. 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St. Augustine 32080 904-471-8010, americasbestvalueinn.com/bestv.cfm?idp=1740 AD PAGE 65 Anastasia Inn 218 Anastasia Blvd., St. Augustine 32080 904-825-2879, anastasiainn.com Bayfront Marin House Bed and Breakfast Inn 142 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine 32084 904-824-4301, bayfrontmarinhouse.com Bayfront Westcott House Bed and Breakfast Inn 146 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine 32084 904-825-4602, westcotthouse.com Beacher’s Lodge Oceanfront Suites 6970 A1A Hwy. S., St. Augustine 32080 904-471-8849, beacherslodge.com Carriage Way Bed and Breakfast 70 Cuna St., St. Augustine 32084 904-829-2467, carriageway.com The Collector Luxury Inn & Gardens 149 Cordova St., St. Augustine 32084 904-209-5800, thecollectorinn.com Comfort Inn & Suites - St. Augustine 2367 S.R. 16, St. Augustine 32084 904-824-0355, comfortinnstaug.com Courtyard By Marriott - St. Augustine I-95 2075 S.R. 16, St. Augustine 32084 904-826-4068, yourstaugustine.com Days Inn - St. Augustine West/Interstate 2560 S.R. 16, St. Augustine 32092 904-824-4341, daysinn.com/hotel/06493 Fairfield Inn & Suites - St. Augustine 305 Outlet Mall Blvd., St. Augustine 32084 904-810-9892, marriott.com/jaxst Inns of Elegance 146 Avenida Menendez, St. Augustine 32084 904-806-3613, innsofelegance.com Jaybird’s Inn 2700 N. Ponce De Leon Blvd., St. Augustine 32084 904-342-7938, jaybirdsinn.com Ocean Gallery Properties 4600 A1A S., St. Augustine 32080 904-471-6663, theoceangallery.com Renaissance World Golf Village Resort 500 S. Legacy Trl., St. Augustine 32092 904-940-8000, renwgv.com Resort Rentals of St. Augustine 15 8th St., St. Augustine 32080 904-471-6809, flrr.com Southern Oaks Inn 2800 N. Ponce De Leon Blvd., St. Augustine 32084 904-342-2354, southernoaksinnstaug.com St. Augustine Historic Inns 38 Marine St., St. Augustine 32085 904-824-2116, staugustineinns.com St. Francis Inn 279 Saint George St., St. Augustine 32084 904-824-6068, stfrancisinn.com Victorian House Bed & Breakfast 11 Cadiz St., St. Augustine 32084 904-824-5214, victorianhousebnb.com ST. AUGUSTINE BEACH Guy Harvey Outpost Resort, St. Augustine Beach 860 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach 32080 800-513-5257, guyharveyoutpost.com/staugustinebeach Holiday Isle Oceanfront Resort 860 A1A Beach Blvd., St. Augustine Beach 32080 904-471-2555, holidayisleoceanfront.com ST. GEORGE ISLAND Collins Vacation Rentals 60 E. Gulf Beach Dr., St. George Island 32328 850-927-2900, collinsvacationrentals.com Fickling Vacation Rentals 112 Franklin Blvd., St. George Island 32328 850-927-2218, ficklingvacationrentals.com HomeAway Vacation Rentals - St. George Island St. George Island 32328 877-228-3145, homeaway.com/vacation-rentals/florida/st-george-island/r8028 Resort Vacation Properties of St. George Island 61 W. Gulf Beach Dr., St. George Island 32328 850-927-2322, resortvacationproperties.com/?nck=8558239631 TALLAHASSEE Baymont Inn & Suites Tallahassee Central 2850 Apalachee Pkwy., Tallahassee 32301 850-878-5099, wyndhamhotels.com/baymont/tallahassee-florida/baymont-inn-and-suites-tallahassee-central/overview Four Points By Sheraton - Tallahassee Downtown 316 W. Tennessee St., Tallahassee 32301 850-422-0071, fourpointstallahasseedowntown.com Red Roof Inn Tallahassee 2930 Hospitality St., Tallahassee 32303 850-385-7884, redrooftallahassee.com WATERSOUND 30A Vacation Rentals 133 S. Watersound Pkwy., Watersound 32461 844-207-8084, 30avacationrentals.com YULEE Best Western PLUS - First Coast Inn & Suites- Yulee 462577 S.R. 200, Yulee 32097 904-225-0182, bestwesternflorida.com/yulee-hotels North Camping Camping Reader Response: For more information, circle the number listed below on the card located between pages 92 and 93, then follow the directions for submitting your request via mail or online. ALACHUA Traveler’s Campground 17701 April Blvd., Alachua 32615 386-462-2505, travelerscampground.com BUNNELL Holiday Travel Park 2261 S. Old Dixie Hwy., Bunnell 32110 386-437-4454, holidaytravelrvpark.com DESTIN Camp Gulf RV Resort 10005 Emerald Coast Pkwy. W., Destin 32550 850-837-6334, campgulf.com FLAGLER BEACH Bulow Plantation RV Resort 3345 Old Kings Rd. S., Flagler Beach 32136 386-439-9200, rvonthego.com/bulow-rv-resort.html FORT WALTON BEACH Destin West RV Resort 1310 Miracle Strip Pkwy. S.E., Fort Walton Beach 32548 850-200-4533, destinwestrvresort.com FORT WHITE Ichetucknee Family Cabins & Canoe Rentals 8587 S.W. Elim Church Rd., Fort White 32038 386-497-2150, ichetuckneecanoeandcabins.net JACKSONVILLE Flamingo Lake RV Resort 3640 Newcomb Rd., Jacksonville 32218 904-766-0672, flamingolake.com Fleetwood RV Park 5001 Philips Hwy., Jacksonville 32207 904-737-4733, fleetwoodrvpark.com Pecan Park RV Resort Jacksonville 650 Pecan Park Rd., Jacksonville 32218 904-751-6770, pecanpark.net LAKE CITY Lake City Campground 4743 N. U.S. Hwy. 441, Lake City 32055 386-752-9131, lakecitycampground.com LIVE OAK The Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park & Campground 3076 - 95th Dr. (N. Hwy. 129), Live Oak 32060 386-364-1683, musicliveshere.com MADISON Deerwood Inn - Madison Campground I-10, Exit 258, Madison 32340 850-973-2504, deerwoodinn.com Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Camp-Resort 1051 S.W. Old Saint Augustine Rd., Madison 32340 850-973-8269, jellystonefl.com MILTON Avalon Landing RV Park 2444 Avalon Blvd., Milton 32583 850-995-5898, avalonlandingrvpark.com For a FREE official statewide directory of campgrounds, please call the Florida Association of RV Parks & Campgrounds at 850-562-7151. Milton/Gulf Pines KOA 8700 Gulf Pines Dr., Milton 32583 850-623-0808, gulfpinesrv.com Pelican Palms RV Park 3700 Garcon Point Rd., Milton 32583 850-623-0576, pelicanpalmsrvpark.com NAVARRE Emerald Beach RV Park 8885 Navarre Pkwy., Navarre 32566 850-939-3431, emeraldbeachrvpark.com Navarre Beach Campground 9201 Navarre Pkwy., Navarre 32566 850-939-2188, navbeach.com Santa Rosa Waterfront RV Resort 8315 Navarre Pkwy., Navarre 32566 850-936-4791, santarosarvresort.com OLD TOWN Suwannee River Hideaway Campground 1218 S.E. 346 Hwy., Old Town 32680 352-542-7800, riverhideaway.com PANAMA CITY BEACH Emerald Coast RV Beach Resort 1957 Allison Ave., Panama City Beach 32407 850-235-0924, rvresort.com PENSACOLA Pensacola Beach RV Resort 17 Via De Luna Dr., Pensacola 32561 850-932-4670, pensacolabeachrvresort.com QUINCY Whippoorwill Sportsman’s Lodge 3129 Cooks Landing Rd., Quincy 32351 850-875-2605, fishthewhip.com ST. AUGUSTINE Compass RV Park 1505 S.R. 207, St. Augustine 32086 904-824-3574, compassrvpark.com North Beach Camp Resort 4125 Coastal Hwy., St. Augustine 32084 904-824-1806, northbeachcamp.com St. Augustine Beach KOA 525 W. Pope Rd., St. Augustine 32080 904-471-3113, koa.com/where/fl/09205 Stagecoach RV Park, Inc. 2711 C.R. 208, St. Augustine 32092 904-824-2319, stagecoachrv.net STARKE Starke KOA Campground 1475 S. Walnut St., Starke 32091 904-964-8484, starkekoa.com TALLAHASSEE Tallahassee RV Park 6504 Mahan Dr., Tallahassee 32308 850-878-7641, tallahasseervpark.com ZEPHYRHILLS Forest Lake RV Resort 41219 Hockey Dr., Zephyrhills 33540 813-782-1058, campflorida.com/explore/campground/?camid=389

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