Florida Travel Fanatics Clarke & Heather
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We're a couple that lives in Florida and we travel frequently throughout the state. We're sharing with you the best travel tips, discounts, ideas, and suggestions for your next trip to Florida. Come travel Florida with us !
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47: How to enjoy Jacksonville Beach interview with Alban Brooke from BuzzSprout !
In our first official interview podcast episode, we are thrilled that we've been able to interview Jacksonville Beach local Alban Brooke, who just happens to be the head of marketing for Buzzsprout, our podcast hosting company. Alban loves living in Jax Beach, and he's always willing to talk about why he loves it and share tips and suggestions for people who may want to visit there. Whether you're a golfer coming to play the awesome courses, or an avid traveller looking for a Florida trip that's a little more "off the beaten path", this trip is for you. As Heather always says, "travel like a local" !
Alban's suggestions from this episode :
Beaches
Mayport: "Industrially raw, with a strong naval and fishing presence."Atlantic Beach: "Tranquil and suburban, occasionally veering into the mundane."Neptune Beach: "Small-town charm meets trendy up-and-coming energy."Jax Beach: "Vibrant social scene with a mix of bars, festivals, and surf culture."Ponte Vedra: "Affluent and exclusive, focused on luxury and status."Where to stay
Ponte Vedra Inn ($550/night)Pool, gymRestaurants on the oceanOcean CourseLagoon CourseOne Ocean ($200/night)Palms ($215/night)Things to do
Beaches: Surf, swim, sunbathe, beach cruiseIntercostal: fish, kayak, small hikes,Explore: Hanna Park up in Mayport, beach access, pond, trailsShop: shop in Atlantic Beach Town CenterGolf: TPC Sawgrass, Jax Beach, get onto private courseRestaurants & bars
LunchHanger Bay - Hellfire Ramen, fried chicken, Saporro beerAngies Subs/Angies Grom - Peruvian Sub with knick nack, toasted on white, fries with ranch, sweeeet teaBearded Pig - Brisket, beansCasual DinnerValley Smoke - Brisket and bourbonTaco Lu - Banging shrimp, carne royal, and Deer & Beer (Dos X Amber)Nice dinnerO-KuNorth Beach Fish Camp - Blackened Catch with Grits, Collards & Tasso Ham GravySeafood should be fresh caught from Mayport that dayDwights - Sea Bass, ravioli, glass of wineBarsLemon Bar - Lime gatoradeCasa Marina rooftop - mixed drinkskipping Margarittaville and SurferMangosAfter the bars - Biggies PizzaOver the ditch
Jax ZooJaguars gameJumbo ShrimpJax TheaterTowncenter to shopAlban Brooke
Head of Marketing, Buzzsprout
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46: How to enjoy Florida's "Off the Beaten Path" Beaches ! Part 2
Florida is famous for well known beaches like Miami Beach, Clearwater-St Pete, Sanibel Captiva, Daytona Beach, and Fort Lauderdale. In the second episode of this series we'll talk about lesser known beaches that experienced Florida travelers and locals prefer. From Seaside Beach all the way around the state to Perdido Key, we'll talk about some fantastic beaches that many of you have never heard of. This is part 2 of a 2 part series !
Cigar City Brewery Taproom Tampa
James Beard Awards
Florida Sportsman Project Dreamboat in Stuart
Tampa Bay Kids Triathlon
Space Coast Burger Battle
North Beach Park, Amelia Island
Boneyard Beach
Velano Beach
Cocoa Beach
Ron Jon Surf Shop Cocoa Beach
Vero Beach
Juno Beach
Loggerhead Marinelife Center
Delray Beach
Fort Zachary Taylor State Park Beach
TigerTail Beach
Yoga on the Beach, Key West
Fort Desoto Park Beach
Sand Key Park
Fort Island Beach State Park
Cape San Blas
Mexico Beach
Rosemary Beach
Grayton Beach
(00:00) Introduction
(07:37) Florida Travel News
(16:48) Florida Travel Tips
(19:31) Main Topic : How to enjoy Florida's Off the Beaten Path Beaches Part 2
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45: How to enjoy Florida's "Off the Beaten Path" Beaches! Part 1
Florida is famous for well known beaches like Miami Beach, Clearwater-St Pete, Sanibel Captiva, Daytona Beach, and Fort Lauderdale. In this episode we'll talk about lesser known beaches that experienced Florida travelers and locals prefer. From Fernandina Beach all the way around the state to Perdido Key, we'll talk about some fantastic beaches that many of you have never heard of.
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Our Youtube video for Playalinda Beach walk
Our Youtube video for Perdido Key
Florida Man Games
Florida list of "U-pick" farms
Brightline Train mailing list
Easter Sunday Service at Raymond James Stadium
Tortuga Music Festival schedule
Episode #11, How to have a great Florida beach day
Fernandina Beach Downtown Guide
St Augustine Beach
New Smyrna Beach
Playalinda Beach
Hutchinson Island Beaches
Blowing Rocks Preserve
Bahia Honda State Park Beach
Cayo Costa State Park
Boca Grande Beach
Lovers Key State Park
Pass a Grille Beach
Caladesi Island Beach
Honeymoon State Park Beach
Fred Howard State Park Beach
St George Island Beaches
Navarre Beach
Perdido Key Beach
(00:00) Introduction
(05:19) Florida Travel News
(08:19) Florida Travel Tips
(15:54) Main Topic : How to enjoy Florida's Off the Beaten Path
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44: Planes, Trains and NOT Automobiles: How to enjoy Florida without driving !
Roadtripping in Florida can be a lot of fun, but sometimes you just don't want to drive when you're traveling ! In this episode we'll talk about way to get around in Florida that don't involve driving, which includes a regional Florida airline, train travel, ferries, and water taxis.
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Episode Links:
PGA Tour's Players Championship
MLB's Grapefruit League Spring Training Baseball games
Orlando Weekly
Tampa Bay Airfest at MacDill Air Force Base
Easter Sunday Service at Raymond James Stadium Tampa with Grace Family Church
Our episode 14 on How to Road Trip in Florida
Brightline Trains
Florida Amtrak rail travel
Amtrak Auto Train
Key West Express ferries
Pensacola Bay City Ferry Blue Angels practices
Tampa to St Pete Cross Bay Ferry
(00:00) Introduction
(04:43) Florida Travel News
(08:59) Florida Travel Tips
(16:38) Main Topic : How to enjoy Florida without driving
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43: How to enjoy Florida seafood!
Given that Florida is a peninsula surrounded by saltwater, it's no suprise that it's one of the best places in the world to get fresh seafood. In this episode we'll talk about how to enjoy Florida oysters, blue crabs, stone crab claws, spiny lobster, and fish throughout the state. Whether you're trying to catch it yourself, find a local seafood market, or look for a great local seafood restaurant, we'll cover it all. Chef Heather will offer advice on how to cook it yourself !
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Tampa Bay Area Renaissance Festival
Miami Open Tennis Tournament
www.DiscoverFloridaChannel.com
Discover Florida "How to Do Florida" on YouTube
Our Episode #16, "How to enjoy fishing in Florida"
Ybor City Deviled Crab recipe
(00:00) Introduction
(00:28) Florida Travel News
(03:00) Florida Travel Tips
(07:54) Main Topic : How to enjoy Florida Seafood
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42 : How to enjoy aviation museums and air shows in Florida !
Florida has a long history with aviation, especially military aviation. And our mild weather is ideal to host large air shows. In this episode we'll give you our advice on how to best enjoy these museums and air shows, from the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola to an air show over Miami Beach.
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Conde Nast Traveler Magazine article on the best beaches near Orlando
Tortuga Music Festival Lineup
MacDill Air Force Base Tampa "Tampa Bay Airfest"
Miami International Boat Show
South Beach Food and Wine Festival, Miami and Miami Beach
National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola
National Naval Aviation Museum Blue Angels Practice Schedule
Air Force Armament Museum
Valiant Air Command, Titusville
Cape Canaveral Space Force Museum
Florida Air Museum, Lakeland
Wings Over Miami Air Museum
Naval Air Station Fort Lauderdale Museum
The Deland Naval Air Station Museum
MacDill AFB Tampa Bay Airfest
Air Dot Show Tour Orlando Sanford Airport
Air Dot Show Tour Fort Lauderdale Beach
Hyundai Air & Sea Show Miami Beach
Pensacola Beach Air Show
NAS Jacksonville Air Show
(00:00) Introduction
(04:30) Florida Travel News
(06:30) Florida Travel Tips
(09:36) Main Topic : How to enjoy aviation museums & air shows in Florida
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