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Marco Island in Florida
Located about 30 minutes south of Naples, Marco Island is the largest island in the Ten Thousand Islands archipelago on Florida’s southwest coast. Known for its long white sand beaches, warm Gulf of Mexico waters, and both upscale yet laid-back
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Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve in Fort Myers, Florida
Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve is a lovely nature reserve in Fort Myers, in Southwest Florida. It is a great place for a walk through Florida’s “jungle,” and if luck is on your side you may spot wildlife such as
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Gulf Coast Motor Fest 2017 in Fort Myers
The Gulf Coast Motor Fest in Fort Myers is the kind of event that immediately appeals to car lovers. In Florida, and more broadly in the United States, automotive events are often an important part of local life and community
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A Day at Tin City with a Dolphin Cruise in Naples, Florida
Tin City in Naples is a typical “Old Florida” waterfront area that has become a tourist spot over time. It is a small covered gallery with souvenir shops, various small stores such as Naples Soap Company, a tropical wine
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Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park in Naples, Florida
This is the first chapter in our Naples beaches series: Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park, one of Florida’s state parks, which are often all beautiful in their own way. Not far away, and in a similar style, you can also fin
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Naples Botanical Garden – Botanical Garden in Florida
Located in Naples, Florida, the Naples Botanical Garden is one of the most beautiful botanical gardens in the region. This botanical garden in Florida combines nature, culture, and relaxation, offering visitors a true immersion into unique themed gardens, such as
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Naples, Florida
Naples is one of the most elegant seaside destinations in Florida. Chic, calm, and beautifully maintained, it attracts visitors looking for refined shopping streets, pleasant beaches, and a more upscale atmosphere than in many other coastal cities in the state.
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The Best Beaches in Naples, Florida: My Complete Guide
When people think of Florida's most beautiful beaches, places like Miami and the Florida Keys usually come to mind. Yet along Florida's Gulf Coast, Naples offers something completely different. Located on the shores of the Gulf of Mexico, this elegant
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Miromar Outlets in Florida
The United States is famous for its outlets, and they are everywhere across the country. I have had the chance to visit them in Miami, Orlando, New York, Las Vegas, and California. Personally, Miromar Outlets is one of m
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The Small Town of Arcadia, Florida
Arcadia is one of those small Florida towns that immediately makes you feel far away from the image of Miami Beach or upscale Naples. It has a much more Old West, inland, small-town American atmosphere. And that is exactly what
10 Years of Exploring Florida...
From must-sees to hidden gems—here, I share my top tips and favorites from the Sunshine State.
...BUT ALSO THE OTHERS STATES!
Because the adventure doesn’t stop at Florida’s borders, Florida and Beyond also takes you out onto the roads of the United States. Road trips, iconic cities, hidden gems… always with the same passion: to explore, discover, and share!
FLORIDA GATEWAY IDEAS
Weekends, road trips, or day trips: find tested itineraries, practical tips, and must-see spots here to explore Florida with ease.
LEGOLAND
If you wish to visit Legoland Florida, you will discover a park often considered Orlando’s “secret”—rarely mentioned in tourist guides. This park...
TARPON SPRINGS
Tarpon Springs is a charming seaside town located on the Gulf Coast of Florida, approximately 50 kilometers northwest of Tampa. Since...
MAGIC KINGDOM
Magic Kingdom Orlando is the most iconic Disney park in Florida and a must-visit stop during a stay at Walt Disney World. Even...
JUPITER
A small coastal town located in southeastern Florida, about a two-hour drive from Miami, Jupiter remains surprisingly rarely mentioned in tourist guides...
PENSACOLA
Founded by the Spanish navigator Don Tristan de Luna in 1559, the Pensacola Bay region in Florida was the first European colony in the New World. Over the centuries...
HONEY MOON ISLAND
The park is immense, with a multitude of activities for everyone. Of course, the beach remains the main attraction. With over 6 kilometers of sand, you will have plenty of room to...
Whether you're planning a road trip, a relaxing beach gateway, or a unique Florida adventure, this guide will help you experience Northwest Florida like a local! — Start exploring today!
I’m Geraldine 🙂
Welcome to my blog!
Over the years, I have learned to discover Florida far beyond the clichés—its most beautiful beaches, its lesser-known corners, and its cities—but also everything that makes everyday life here unique.
With Florida and Beyond, I want to share this experience with you—simply, concretely, and authentically.
Whether you are planning a trip to Florida, looking for itinerary ideas in the United States, or simply curious to discover life here, you have come to the right place.