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Florida

- The cheese movement
  - Winter Park Dairy may have been a pioneer in producing natural, raw milk artisan cheeses in Florida, but the artisan cheese movement has hit the Sunshine State with a vengeance in the past few years.
- Starry nights, price is right
  - At most of the Sunshine State's eight drive-ins, admission prices hover near $5 for adults and even less for children.
- Star power
  - The Sunshine State boasts astronomical societies and observatories from Pensacola to Key West, and from the Atlantic to the Gulf. They offer a cast of thousands of stars, clusters, planets and galaxies that take center stage for a romantic evening, a family outing or an educational observance.
- Key West in 48 hours
  - Beyond the saloons filled with guitar-strumming revelers, Key West offers art, culture, music and history. For visitors on a quick road trip, take note: there are serene and chic locales popular with families, singles and couples.
- Explore a state park
  - Use our handy guide to map your day trip to one of Florida's state parks. See lighthouses, check out the abundant wildlife, explore the world of Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings or just chill on a lake.
- Golf drives Florida's economy
  - Golf in Florida isn't just for the PGA professionals or country club types who crowd the courses from Ponte Vedra to Palm Beach Gardens. The industry employs 167,000 Floridians and generates $13.8 billion per year.
- Art deco walking tours
  - A walking tour through South Beach's Art Deco District reveals architectural masterpieces from the 1930's through ''60's - including the former home of fashion designer Gianni Versace.
- Anglers' paradise beckons
  - Florida is a fisherman's paradise with more than 7,500 lakes - many brimming with large-mouth bass. So plan a trip to one of the state's many fishing holes, where some accommodations range from basic to deluxe.
- Fitness retreats
  - In a state known primarily for its vast beaches and massive theme parks, Florida is increasingly offering more alternatives for people who would rather have a downward dog than a beachside umbrella drink.
- Where it's Christmas year-round
  - In a tiny town east of Orlando, thousands of visitors come seeking a coveted postmark from the local post office: Christmas, Florida.
- Experience laid-back Fernandina
  - With their historic atmosphere and quiet vibe, Fernandina Beach and Amelia Island don't have any trouble attracting those in search of some R&R.
- Paddle among small islands
  - Outdoors adventure writer Terry Tomalin offers his tips on canoeing or kayaking through the Ten Thousand island in Florida Bay.
- Take an underground trek
  - The Florida Caverns State Park near Marianna is a natural wonder that allows visitors to experience the mysterious world below the earth's surface.
- Easy to find an oasis in Jacksonville
  - This sprawling city in northeast Florida is filled with parks, waterways and trails where you can escape the urban hubbub.
- A Florida castle
  - South of here in Hardee County sits artist Harold Solomon's masterpiece: a gnome-filled tourist attraction that rises out of the swamp. Is this Florida's true Magic Kingdom?
- Try a wacky I-4 road trip
  - Spring break is coming up and you need a game plan, pronto! Channel your inner Clark Griswold and wheel that SUV toward the east for some quirky, amazing, whimsical roadside attractions.
- Ride the rails
  - Think Florida doesn't have scenic train rides? Think again, because even some of the metro people movers provide a cool view.
- Vacation like the rich and famous
  - Experience the opulence and activities of Palm Beach without paying high-season rates. Plus, there are free activities everywhere you turn.
- Before the game, explore G'ville
  - If you're heading up to a UF game at The Swamp, make sure you explore the charms of Gainesville while you're visiting.
- A weekend in Tally
  - Got a freshman at FSU and you're headed up for a game this season? Don't go without reading this fun guide for things to do, including many that are free.