By Holly Giles | Florida , Great Outdoors
Rainbow Springs State Park in Florida Rainbow Springs was a destination for a family getaway. We spent one day touring the park. It was fascinating to see the remnants of the old roadside attraction that it was in the 1930s. Florida does a great job of transforming important springs that were once attractions back into […]
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By Holly Giles | Florida , Great Outdoors
Haw Creek Preserve Haw Creek Preserve state park popped up on a map I was looking at, and I had never heard of it before. It was a Monday, and all of us were home for the day, which was quite unusual. I suggested we pile in the car, head to Bunnell, and check it […]
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By Holly Giles | Florida
How do I find the perfect vacation rental? You can rent a vacation home perfect for your family in a few steps. Spending time doing research for what fits your family best will help you have a great vacation. Start by listing what your family needs to rent a vacation home. How many bedrooms do […]
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By Holly Giles | Florida , Great Outdoors
How do I Plan a Family Camping Trip? Camping takes as much planning as any fun family vacation, especially if you have kids. In fact, for a camping trip to go well, it might even take more planning because you have to consider so much about the trip to ensure that everyone has a safe […]
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By Holly Giles | Florida , Great Outdoors
Kayaking in St. Johns River St. Johns River starts as a marsh in Indian River County and ends up flowing into the Atlantic ocean in Duval County. I have spent many years on a boat enjoying this river. My great-grandparents used to fish in this river too. As a native Floridian, I grab any chance […]
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By Holly Giles | Florida , Great Outdoors
Ravine Gardens State Park A visit to Florida must include Ravine Gardens State Park. Ravine Gardens is located in Palatka, Florida. Back then, Palatka was a hub of action in the 1800’s during the steamboat era. The city of Palatka and the Civilian Conservation Corps in 1933 created Ravine Gardens. Known for its architectural structures […]
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By Holly Giles | Florida , Great Outdoors
De Leon Springs State Park De Leon Springs is a must on a family vacation to Florida. There is something for all ages in the family, especially kids. Planning ahead will help you enjoy your day of beauty, history, and a natural Florida paradise. Located in Volusia County, not far from historic Deland. Upon arrival, […]
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By Holly Giles | Florida , florida vacations
Nine Best Summer Activities for Families on a Budget The summer vacation in America is usually about 12 weeks long, which can really be a challenge for busy parents. Finding the best summer activities for families can take time. In particular, working parents can really struggle if they have only limited vacation time. Weekends are […]
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By Holly Giles | Florida , Great Outdoors
Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings Historic State Park Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings made her home in Cross Creek, Florida. This historic state park homestead has been preserved just as it was when she was living there in the 1930s. Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings lived at Cross Creek for 25 years and wrote many of her award-winning literature pieces while […]
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By Holly Giles | Family , Florida , florida vacations
How to Save Money for Summer Vacation What should I do for summer vacation? Summer vacation savings. Planning can save you regardless of whether you travel or have a staycation. Summer vacations when the children are out of school can be very expensive if you don’t plan ahead and look for as many ways to […]
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