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There is nowhere like Florida!
The Sunshine State has 237 days of sunshine every year and is tailor -made for tourists thanks to the perfect beaches, outdoor adventures and abundance of theme parks and attractions.
Florida Welcomed a record -breaking 142.9 million visitors in 2024Locating a new tourist record for the state.
And although destinations such as Miami or Orlando are always popular, three other fascinating hotspots have now emerged as the fastest growing destinations in Florida.
These are the places to explore:
Tallahassee
Tallahassee is the capital of Florida and a beautiful place to get closer to nature and to explore museums of world class.
But it is the outdoor activities that really help Tallahassee stand out of the crowd.
You can explore more than 700 miles of hiking trails, many parks and recreational areas, and the rolling hills that surround the city, have campsites and rivers ideal for swimming or fishing.
If you only visit one river here, turn it into the Wacisa River. This is considered the most beautiful in the state of Florida. Blue Spring, the most popular swimming hole in the river, is particularly remarkable.
If you want to see some of the animals in the wild that Florida is so famous for, go to Wakulla Springs State Park. This huge park is the home of one of the world’s largest and deepest freshwater springs. It is also the home of sea cows, alligators and a fascinating abundance of birds.
Once you have enjoyed the rich nature that the region has to offer, you go back to the city and visit the Mission San Luis. This is a living museum where you can fully immerse yourself in the rich history of the region.
If you like architecture, this building is worth exploring in itself: it was a Spanish Franciscan mission built in 1656. Access costs only $ 5 per adult, making this also an affordable experience.
From here your afternoon of cultural exploration by the Restored Historical Capitolconsidered one of the most iconic attractions in Tallahassee.
This has been restored to its original appearance from 1902 and converted into a museum dedicated to political history.
Pensacola
There are fewer beaches in Florida that are more beautiful than those in Pensacola.
With white sugar sand that has been brought up by turquoise waters, it feels like a tropical paradise here in the US. Explore Pensacola Beach, Perdido Key Beach and Navarre Beach.
If you can tolerate it to tear yourself off the beach, Pensacola offers good food, luxury shopping experiences and almost 500 years of fascinating history.
Explore the museum in the historic village of Pensacola, explore the Pensacola Lighthouse and Maritime Museum, or walk around historic Fort Barrancas.
With a view of the entrance to Pensacola Bay, this is a military fort and was built with an incredible 6 million bricks.
There are actually three historic forts to explore here, each built into different time periods, and standard access passes costs $ 25 per person.
If you visit Pensacola in the spring, don’t miss Pensacola Mardi Gras, who started in January and will run until March 4 this year.
Pensacola was one of the first Mardi Gras parties in the United States and it is a huge party.
Enjoy the chic costumes, the illuminated parade and the beach parade. It is an epic celebration!
Panama City
Panama City is located between Tallahassee and Pensacola, and it combines perfectly coastal charms with a lively cultural scene.
This is a compact city that is perfect for an effortless weekend of pleasure.
The city center of the city is pedestrian -friendly and handy close to the water. But if you want to explore a little further away, there is also an affordable trolleys system in place.
You can enjoy 27 miles white sandy beach and two state parks in Panama City. Making it the dream of a water sports enthusiast. Visit Sunshine Watersports PCwhich lies on the coast and offers parasailing and jetski rental for adrenaline junkies. You may notice that you are lucky to slide next to the dolphins that the waters call here at home.
And if you are looking for a traditional pleasure on the beach, visit the shopping center Shopping Pier Park in Panama City Beach.
This combines the shops and restaurants of a traditional shopping center with all the pleasure of the fair. Buy new shoes and then take a ride on the Ferris wheel!
Looking for something more culturally enriching?
Visit the Science and Discovery Center of Northwest -Florida. This is aimed at all ages, this offers a child -friendly insight into the world of science.
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