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Lauren Tjaden

Hang gliding is my passion, and in 2006, I helped the U.S. Women's Hang Gliding Team win silver in the World Championships. An author, ultimate adventure lover, beach bunny and sand snob, I've visited almost every beach in Florida and can't wait to explore more. Join me as I flip-flop across the Sunshine State, sharing the softest sand, sweetest shores and a boatload of adventure.

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Trot on down to the Southernmost City for the wiener walk!

Key West Goes to the Dogs with Annual Dachshund Walk

by Lauren Tjaden

December 10, 2012

The dachshund is a perfectly engineered dog. It is precisely long enough for a single, standard stroke of the back, but you aren't paying for any superfluous leg. ~ Mary... Read blog »

Related Tags: Events, Key West, Florida Keys, Holidays, Pet Friendly Florida

Destin is rightfully famed for its sugar-sand beaches.

Ten Ways to Do Destin

by Lauren Tjaden

December 07, 2012

Snuggled against the Gulf of Mexico in northwest Florida, Destin is rightfully famed for its sugar-white sands and emerald hued waters – but that’s just the tip of the sandbar.... Read blog »

Related Tags: Snorkeling, Beaches, Family, Parks, Diving, Destin, Dolphins

You'll fall head-over-heels for Lovers Key State Park.

Lovers Key Great Outdoor Adventure Day Features Beaches, Wildlife and Fun

by Lauren Tjaden

December 06, 2012

Check out this list of reasons you’ll fall head over heels for Lovers Key State Park’s Great Outdoor Adventure Day, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Dec. 8, 2012, at... Read blog »

Related Tags: Beaches, Family, Events, Parks, Wildlife, Outdoors & Nature, Sealife, Fort Myers Beach

If you need a dose of Christmas spirit, watch the story of this toy soldier.

Toy Soldier Marches Against the Odds to be in Parade at Magic Kingdom

by Lauren Tjaden

December 05, 2012

We all have hopes and dreams. And we all struggle at times against what can feel like insurmountable odds. But one of the wonders of the Christmas season is that it... Read blog »

Related Tags: Family, Theme Parks, Events, Orlando, Holidays

Explore the pristine coastal area by Marineland in a boat that runs on vegetable oil.

Vegetable-Oil Powered Boat Eco-Tours Make Waves in St. Augustine

by Lauren Tjaden

December 05, 2012

Ripple Effect Ecotours has taken going green to a whole new level. Their USCG captains and Florida Master Naturalist Instructors have long been renowned for helping visitors discover the beautiful, natural coastal... Read blog »

Related Tags: Family, Outdoors & Nature, St Augustine, Dolphins, Green Travel

30A winds past miles of white-sand beaches, like this one in Seaside.

Top Talent & Beautiful Beaches Headline South Walton Songwriters Festival

by Lauren Tjaden

December 04, 2012

Any sand snob worth her beach towel has got to love South Walton’s Scenic Highway 30A. The road winds past miles of sugar-sand beaches and rare coastal dune lakes. It rolls... Read blog »

Related Tags: Beaches, Music, South Walton, Festival