Pink Flamingos – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Natalia Barsukova In August 2023, a flock of 300–400 flamingos, probably migrating between the Yucatan Peninsula and Cuba, was blown off course by Hurricane Idalia. The birds were then unceremoniously deposited across a large area of the eastern United States, from the Gulf Coast of Florida to
Treasure chest washes up on Florida shore – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Isabella Pfenninger The salvage business responsible for the historic discovery said Tuesday that it has retrieved more than 1,000 silver and gold pieces worth approximately $1 million from the wreckage of a Spanish armada that drowned off the Treasure Coast of Florida
Aerial view of boats in Ocala, FL – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Catherine Cornish According to experts, a dugout boat that surfaced on Florida’s Gulf Coast following Hurricane Ian might not have originated in North America. According to the Florida Division of Historical Resources, it is common practice to associate ancient dugouts discovered in
Cheetah Hunt Rollercoaster at Busch Gardens, FL (Theme Park Example) — Courtesy: Shutterstock — VIAVAL TOURS PORT ORANGE, FL – Preserving ancient attractions from a defunct theme park in Central Florida is a hidden treasure. The serene 12-acre botanical park is home to tall palm trees, centuries-old oak trees, and native Florida flora. Jim Thalhuber,
Fountain of Youth Entrance, St. Augustine, Florida – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Ovidiu Hrubaru With its enormous stone fort and centuries-old buildings, St. Augustine serves as a permanent reminder of Spain’s rich history in Florida, which dates back many generations before the United States was even a nation. However, Great Britain ruled the area
Dolphins doing pirouettes in a water theme park — Courtesy: Shutterstock — cfg1978 Despite its unintended nature, Florida’s first theme park has managed to overcome the intimidating presence of its more modern Orlando contemporaries and remains a haven for tourists seeking marine education. If you head northeast on Florida’s A1A about eighteen miles south of
Island pirate bungalows – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Image by Anna Klepatckaya With a pirate past, this 7-acre island in Florida’s panhandle is being listed for millions of dollars. The island, which lies in Saint Joesph Bay off the coast of Port St. Joe, was formerly owned by “Black Sam Bellamy,” hence the fitting nickname “Black’s
Sinkhole in Florida – Courtesy: Shutterstock by Sherri_j’s_pics The state’s deepest point is a sinkhole filled with water called the “Mystery Sink,” located near Orange County’s northernmost tip. Furthermore, most cars have probably driven by it unnoticed because of its proximity to Interstate 4. The hourglass-shaped pit is estimated by the Orange County Regional History
White Marked Tussock Moth Fuzzy Caterpillar – Courtesy: Shutterstock – Satyashutter No, we’re not talking about lovebugs, the notorious Florida pest that arrives in droves come springtime. This is the time of year when spiky yellow and white caterpillars emerge from oak trees and cover porches and cars throughout the state. As per the Florida
Birthplace of Pan American World Airways airline company in Key West, Florida — Courtesy: Shutterstock — Michael Gordon The Sunshine State, Florida is a great spot to party over spring break or just kick back in the sun. However, the state also boasts an unexpected history of firsts in flying. In the annals of aviation