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Getting Lost on Florida’s “Forgotten” Coast

Island Tips — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:59:29 +0000

St. George Island, Fla., is in the middle of nowhere. And that’s the way they like it. Why else would they call this area, along the northeastern part of Florida’s panhandle, the “forgotten” coast? It is remote, undeveloped and, at this time…

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Gulf Coast Beaches Recovering In BP Aftermath

Island Tips — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 22:54:20 +0000

President Obama being briefed on the spill in May 2010 (Courtesy usepagov/Flickr ) Following the recent hurricane season , environmental inspection teams have analyzed the coastlines impacted by the April 2010 Deepwater Horizon oil spill (also known as the BP oil spill)…

Visiting Sanibel Island

Island Tips — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:03:57 +0000

One of the best places in the entire world to collect seashells is located right here in the United States down in Florida on Sanibel Island. Sanibel Island can be found off the coast of southwest Florida, just west of Fort Myers. Sanibel Island is about 12 miles long and only 3

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5th night free at Florida’s Sandestin Resort

Island Tips — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 14:08:11 +0000

No one could blame you if you confused The Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort for a small town.? Spread out over 2,400 acres on Florida’s northwest Gulf Coast, the resort's accommodations are grouped into 30 “village neighborhoods,” with 1,800 lodging options ranging from high-rise beachfront condos and dockside villas …

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Romantic Destinations for Valentines

Island Tips — Tue, 31 Jan 2012 03:14:36 +0000

I’m a romantic at heart and love to hear stories of couples stealing away for a few days of romance. In fact, my travel writing career began by writing about romantic destinations and honeymoons. One thing many couples forget as they become parents, is that one…

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PHOTO: Hill Tribe Children Meet Our Boat During a Cruise Down the Mekong River in Laos

Island Tips — Mon, 30 Jan 2012 02:02:42 +0000

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5 Best Valentine’s Day Getaway Deals

Island Tips — Sat, 28 Jan 2012 00:21:42 +0000

We’ve rounded up some incredible offers that are easy on the wallet and sweet on romance. Pick from luxury properties in the Bahamas, Napa Valley, New York, and the Florida Keys—all are sure to heat up your February.

Disney Cruise Line to Expand in Europe, Offer Miami-Based Cruises in 2013

Island Tips — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 22:52:47 +0000

With its fleet about to expand to four vessels (following next month’s debut of Disney Fantasy ), Disney Cruise Line has just announced a range of new itineraries for 2013, including an expanded portfolio of European itineraries and ports. Check ’em out: …

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Wildlife Spotting in the Florida Everglades (and the search for the elusive Florida Panther)

Island Tips — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:09:35 +0000

“Will we get to see the Florida Panther?” my 10-year-old daughter immediately asked as we planned our New Year’s Trip to Marco Island, Florida. By now I am used to such queries from my animal science lover. Although this guy is pretty elusive, we figured we would give it our best …

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Disney will allow park workers to have beards

Island Tips — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 01:03:57 +0000

A Disney spokeswoman said Monday that the new policy will apply to workers in Florida and California starting next month. Related posts: Disney takes delivery of its newest cruise ship – the Disney Dream New Disney resort will feature affordable suites Disney announces price hikes to take effect Sunday

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