Orlando Magazine - September 2023
Best Beaches in Florida: St. Augustine
St. Augustine stands proud as America’s most ancient city, boasting 42 miles of stunning beaches.
Best Beaches in Florida: Little Gasparilla Island
The secluded and underdeveloped Little Gasparilla Island stretches seven miles with pristine sandy beaches lining its perimeters.
Best Beaches in Florida: Destin
Destin, famously known as the “World’s Luckiest Fishing Village,” flaunts an impressive 24-mile stretch of pristine, white sandy beaches.
Best Beaches in Florida: Clearwater Beach
Clearwater Beach stretches across 2.5 miles, distinguished by its pristine white sands and translucent, shallow waters.
Best Beaches in Florida: St. George Island
St. George Island is a notable 28-mile barrier island, revered for its untouched beauty and historical significance to early explorers.
Best Beaches in Florida: Marco Island
Situated at the southern tip of Florida’s Paradise Coast, Marco Island holds the distinction of being the largest among the Ten Thousand Islands.
Best Beaches in Florida: Santa Rosa Beach
This Florida gem, boasting a 26-mile coastline, was established in 1910, making it the oldest and most expansive among South Walton’s 16 beach communities.
Best Beaches in Florida: Siesta Key
Siesta Key is a stunning eight-mile barrier island renowned for its pristine powdery quartz sand — acclaimed among the finest globally.
2023 Orlando's Best Pet Contest Winners
It was a purr-fect competition between some of Orlando's best pets, as submitted by their owners!
2023 Best Beaches In Florida
Take the guesswork out of your next beach day!
Best Beaches in Florida: Islamorada
Islamorada, also known as the ‘Purple Isle’, comprises an archipelago boasting several captivating beaches.
Pet Guide 2023: Health Care You Can Love
Pets offer more than companionship. They offer proven health benefits to their owners.
Pet Guide 2023: Defining Service, Support and Therapy Animals
It’s easy to get confused about the difference between service, support and therapy animals. The American Veterinary Medical Association breaks it down for us.
Pet Guide 2023: Only the Finest for Your Fur-Ever Friends
Keep them healthy, active, clean and out of trouble for happier pets and a happier you.
Travel: It’s Hard Not To Rock In Daytona
One of the coolest spots to spend your Daytona Beach vacation.
A Disney Springs Afternoon With Cocktail Classes And Sangria Glasses
While the bulk of my days and weeks are spent reporting on the joys of downtown Orlando living, I love a little day trip to some of the local attractions that keep Central Florida grinding. So when I was offered a boy’s day adventure to Disney Springs, built around a craft cocktail class in a whimsical make-believe power station, I couldn’t say no.
Henry Flagler: The Father of Modern-Day Florida
The influence of Henry Morrison Flagler will forever be felt around the state.
Must-Try Dishes at EPCOT’s Food & Wine Festival
There are no bad options at Food & Wine, but here are some standouts and new entries from this year’s line-up.
A Gift for Teaching: 25 Years of Giving
From a small storefront to a multimillion-dollar operation, A Gift for Teaching celebrates a quarter century of caring for kids.
