A guide to your
state of relaxation,
Florida

Meander to ocean views.
Befriend a manatee.
Paddle to a natural light show.
Unwind outdoors in Florida.

Shell Key Preserve

Meet a manatee

Crystal River, Florida

Cozy up to the manatees that congregate in warm Florida waters. You can get up close with these cuties on a pontoon boat, kayak, boardwalk or even on a swim.

This adorable species of lolling sea cow is available for seasonal viewing — but never for touching, no matter how huggable they are.

Crystal River Preserve State Park

Natural lazy river

Fort White, Florida

Cool out as you tube down a serene spring-fed river in Ichetucknee Springs State Park.

You’ll make your way through one of the two floatable river routes, both open year-round, and enjoy views of the lush forest and blue skies overhead.

Ichetucknee Springs State Park

Tubers on tubes in river on Itchetucknee Springs State Park in Florida

Think nothing could make
Florida’s beaches better?

Wait until you experience them on horseback.

Amelia Island

Amelia Island

Hit the beach on horseback

Amelia Island, Florida

Experienced guides are prepared to lead any level of horse lover — from first-timer to expert — on hour-long tours of sand and sea from sunrise to sunset. So saddle up for a trot on one of Florida’s most scenic beaches.

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Amelia Island

Meander through nature

Thonotosassa, Florida

Only 30 minutes from bustling Tampa is the peaceful oasis of Hillsborough River State Park. With over seven miles of easily accessible trails, hikers — and mosey-ers — can enjoy post-card worthy views of hammock forests and pine flatwoods.

The park also offers glamping experiences for nature enthusiasts who are comfort enthusiasts too.

Hillsborough River State Park

Cocoa Beach

Kayak through bioluminescence

Cocoa Beach, Florida

The sea here turns into a watery aurora borealis once the sun sets in the summer months. What appears to be an underwater celestial light dance is actually bioluminescence, light emitted from living organisms like plankton and comb jellies.

Travelers can rent kayaks and paddle their way through this neon-blue brilliance and experience an otherworldly tranquility.

Cocoa Beach

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Cocoa Beach

Take a brain bath

Naples, Florida

Soak up total serenity with a forest bath at the Rookery Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve. You’ll be guided through a meditation tailored to connecting you with your wooded surroundings. Tune out your daily distractions and tune into what the forest can offer you.