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STAY LOCAL: Let’s Go See and Do and Taste the Things Our Visitors Dream of Doing

Nov 23, 2020 05:00PM ● By LIBBY MCMILLAN HENSON

It’s funny how we rarely do the things our own hometown is famous for. Fort Myers residents can go years without visiting the fascinating Edison and Ford Winter Estates, knowing they’ll get to it one day because it’s “right there.” Likewise, Sanibel Islanders rarely go shelling. Many Southwest Florida residents don’t even take the time or energy to go to the beach, stick an umbrella in the sand and enjoy the sound of the sea.

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On the Road Again: Tips for Traveling With Your Pet

Nov 23, 2020 05:00PM ● By ANN MARIE O’PHELANo

With the holidays here, it’s time to hit the road again to see Grandma in Georgia, Aunt Tina in Tennessee or Cousin Carl in Cincinnati. Many pet owners arrange in-home pet sitting or boarding, and other owners take their pets along for the ride.

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The Daintiest of Egrets: The Snowy Egret Survived The Plume Trade But Is Still Imperiled

Nov 23, 2020 05:00PM ● By WILLIAM R. COX

The snowy egret (Egretta thula) is distinguished by its beautiful white plumage, with vivid yellow and black details. It has yellow lores, a black bill and black legs with bright yellow feet. Its appearance is even more striking when sporting its breeding plumage of long feathery plumes on its back and throat.

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Ease Stress When Taking Children on Trips: Helpful Hints for Families Heading Out for the Holidays

Nov 23, 2020 05:00PM ● By ANN MARIE O’PHELAN

As the classic poem—and later, song—says, “Over the river and through the wood to grandfather’s house we go.” While the lyrics sound merry, in reality a long car trip can be anything but. Let’s face it; the little ones get incredibly bored. However, there are ways to make a lengthy excursion a little more fun for all.

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Scuba Diving in the Gulf

Apr 22, 2020 05:19PM

You don't have to travel far to find some terrific dive sites

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Reinventing An Island: In The Shadow Of Key West, Stock Island Emerges As A Premier Destination

Oct 28, 2018 08:20AM

The last key before you cross the bridge onto Key West is Stock Island. Not many visitors know that. And not many visitors even care. Well, at least it was that way until a few years ago...

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Vets Are Treasure Living History: Veterans Volunteer at National WWII Museum

Aug 23, 2018 05:00AM

The backbone of the National WWII Museum, located on six acres in Downtown New Orleans, is its corps of volunteers, who daily provide visitors from around the world with a unique experience.

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C’mon, Let’s Go! A Day at Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples

Apr 25, 2018 08:00AM ● By Mandy Carter

This interactive museum designed to make learning fun captured my daughter’s heart and mind.

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The Ten Thousand Islands are Still Untamed and Beautiful

Feb 26, 2018 11:55AM

The history of the plants, the people and the way of life in the mangrove and shell islands keeps folks going back to a place full of watery solitude like no other in the United States.

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Nine Florida Staycations for Outdoors Lovers

Dec 30, 2017 08:08PM ● By Mandy Carter

Hotels that encourage their guests to unwind and unplug.

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