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Estero River, Lee County, Florida
A Twofer
Authentic Beauty Meets Florida History
Southwest Florida's Estero River Borders the Koreshan State Park
read more »Florida Blueberries are In Season
Oh, Yum! Time to treat yourself
Try a Blueberry Pudding Cake with a dallop of ice cream.
read more »A Florida Treasure
Everglades National Park
Birds, crocodiles, alligators and wildlife to your heart's delight
Time Travel through Florida
The Babcock Ranch
Take an adventure through a 100-year old working ranch, with 90,000 acres of Old Florida beauty and wildlife
read more »Ocala National Forest
Florida's Big and Beautiful Scrub
Almost 400,000 Acres, 600 Lakes, Rivers and Streams
read more »Prehistoric Intrigue
Shark Teeth at South Venice Beach
Ten million years ago there was an abundance of prehistoric sharks swimming in the waters...
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Looking for a budget friendly day trip? If you enjoy “real” Florida and a bit of fascinating state history, this one’s for you. The “twofer” is a paddle ride down the Estero River, which also borders and provides access to the unique Koreshan Historic State
Try this for the "bath lover" in your life. It's easy and fun to make and an ideal gift. Why not even treat yourself? Drop one fizzie in the tub and you'll instantly feel like a “Florida Queen.” It's time to relax and take some time for yourself because you deserve it
Welcome to Authentic Florida, devoted to the simple pleasures of Florida living. As a native Floridian, I am passionate about “real” Florida and the endless variety of unique and fun things to do. I also love to incorporate Authentic Florida my life through cooking, gardening and decorating with “real” Florida as my inspirational compass.
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