Category: Florida
5 Reasons Now Is the Time to Buy a Home
Thinking about buying a new home? Now might be the right time! Ted Jones, Stewart Title’s chief economist, says now is inarguably the right time to by a home. Those who have been waiting on the sidelines, struggling with rising rent and dreaming of a place to call their own should wait no longer,... Read More
10 U.S. Places to Travel Before They Get Famous
Nashville, Charleston, Portland (the Oregon one)… you’ve heard all about “America’s up-and-coming destination cities,” and chances are you’ve even been to a few. But as these pockets of culture blossom into full-blown vacation destinations, travelers are left yearning for someplace just a bit more off the radar for their next trip. Read More
6 Secret Florida Towns to Visit This Winter
These lesser-known towns are often passed over for popular spots like Orlando and Miami, but with antebellum architecture, scenic national parks and lots of charm, they’re worth a visit. Read More
Who Is John Paul Somers?
You’ve seen the big signs emblazoned with his name everywhere along Scenic Highway 30A and throughout Destin. John Paul Somers lists residential and commercial property all over the place. But, just who is the man behind the sign? Click here for full story… Read More
WUSF documentary on Florida wildlife to go nationwide on PBS
A popular documentary highlighting Florida’s wildlife, produced in partnership with WUSF Public Media, will be shown locally and also distributed to other PBS affiliates nationwide. Read More
$20 million to benefit marine life
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation is awarding nearly $20 million from its Gulf Environmental Benefit Fund to six state projects designed to remedy harm and reduce the risk of future harm to natural resources affected by the 2010 BP Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Read More
Travel experts at Eccentry Holidays recommend most relaxing beach destinations in Florida
The Florida panhandle has many beautiful beaches and is home to our top pick of Destin Beach. Read More
Americans Think Homeownership is a Sound Idea
A vast majority of Americans believe that buying a home is a solid financial decision, and most believe they could sell their home for at least its initial purchase price, according to a new survey from the National Association of REALTORS®. Read More
Kickstarter Campaign Launches for Florida Conservation
Less than 10 days before the controversial hunt for Florida’s barely-off-the-endangered-species-list-black bear begins, the Florida Wildlife Corridor will launch its Kickstarter campaign Thursday, Oct. 15th, to promote its new film and forthcoming book, The Forgotten Coast: The Return to Wild Florida, based on months of expeditions inspired by the Florida black bear’s journeys through the... Read More