Southwest Florida is on a roll when it comes to recognition for things to do outdoors. Or, as we like to call it: paradise. For the second consecutive week, the 2024 USA TODAY Reader's Choice Awards ...

Let's have a paddle pow-wow. And let's admit, there's no better place to do that than right here in Southwest Florida, a place some people might cal a paddler's paradise. Now that the weather is ...

Florida may attract millions of visitors a year with high-speed roller-coasters and white-sand beaches; but as a native Floridian I’d argue the best things to do in Florida are just beyond its shores.

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — Summer is in full swing and whether you’re planning a vacation or live in Florida, this zoo offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity you won’t want to miss. Rather than kayaking ...

The park and nature center provide a quiet respite while surrounded by Old Florida, with mangroves lining the water, birds ...

The former Handy Pantry, now Eola General. (Image: Google, Inc.) Florida is well known for its agriculture and tourism — and its lakes are a great example of that. Florida Trippers listed the best 15 ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Let's have a paddle pow-wow. And let's admit, there's no better place to do that than right here in Southwest Florida, a place ...

Southwest Florida is considered a top destination for paddling due to its warm, shallow waterways. Paddlers can enjoy fishing, bird watching, and seeing dolphins while getting exercise. Top paddling ...