Florida Fun Facts

Florida Adventure Map — Mon, 27 Jul 2020 20:25:29 +0000

Florida Fun Facts

Florida is home to over 30 different species of turtles.

It is estimated that there is over 2 trillion dollars worth of lost treasure within 60 miles of the coast of Florida.

Florida is home to the oldest city in America, St. Augustine.

Clearwater Beach is recorded in the Guinness book of world records for having the “most days of sunshine.”

Florida is the flattest state in the country.

Florida is the only place on earth where alligators and crocodiles coexist in the same habitat. Which happens to be in the Everglades national park.

No matter where you’re in Florida, you are never more than 60 miles from the ocean.

Gatorade was named after the University of Florida’s Football team the Gators. This is where the drink was first developed.

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Ultimate Beach Packing List Florida

Florida Adventure Map — Mon, 20 Jul 2020 07:34:03 +0000

Ultimate Beach Packing List Florida

We’ve organized a list of beach essentials and extras to make any beach day perfect. Our list contains the necessities first and then an itemized list of over 50 possible items to include.

Swimsuit / bikini

I know it seems like a no brainer but here’s the reminder just in case. Also if you got that one friend who’s all like “I don’t know I’m probably not going to go in blah blah..” Just make sure they wear it or bring it, because chances are they’re going to change their mind when they get there.

Towels

Another no brainer but if you were planning on air drying, you’ll at least want something to lay on or to help deal with the sand.

Sandals / Flip flops

Unless you’re wearing water shoes, anything other than sandals / flip flops is just a bad idea. The sand can get extremely hot so tread lightly and quickly you bear foot warriors.

Sunscreen / Tanning lotion

The sun is no joke, especially if your pale cousin from Minnesota is tagging along.

Beach Blanket / Mat / Chairs

Unless you’re a kid, laying in the sand is not high on anyone’s list of things to do. I personally prefer the chairs; they have straps to be carried like a backpack, a pouch to store stuff in, cup holders for drinks, recline options, and won’t blow with the wind.

Beach blankets and mats are more ideal for those looking to lay down, soak up the sun and acquire the least amount of sand.

Cooler

If you’re making it a beach day, you’re going to want beverages, and most likely food too.

Beach Umbrella

If you’re staying a while and/or have little one’s with you, you’ll definitely want the option of shade. You’d be surprised how fast you can catch a sunburn, and yes sun poisoning is a real thing so try not to hang for too long without the proper precautions.

Other essentials / helpful

Baby travel gear
Beach Bag to carry everything
Float strap for devices
Garbage bags
Snacks
Sundress / Swimsuit coverup
Water/drinks
Waterproof bags
Waterproof phone case

For Fun

Beer/wine
Bluetooth Speaker
Boogie board
Cast net
Corn hole boards and bag
Fishing poles
Floaties
Football
Frisbee
Goggles
Headphones
Inner tube
Kayak
Kids toys
Kite
Metal Detector
Sand castle bucket and shovel
Skimboard
Snorkel / Fins
Surf board
Volleyball

Keep Cool

Cooler cup
Deodorant
LifeStraw filtered water bottle
Lip Balm
Personal hand-held fan
Reef-safe sunscreen
Sun hat – men / women
Sunglasses
Tent
Water bottle

Other Extras

A good book
Aloe Vera
Beach hammock
Binoculars
Change of Clothes
Comb
Feminine products
First aid Kit
Flashlight
GoPro
Grill
HERO packing cubes
Hair Scrunchies
Hand Sanitizer
Kindle cover
Leave in conditioner
Life jacket
Mini hairbrush
Portable phone charger
Rain jacket
Rash guard / womens and mens
Selfie Stick
Slip on water shoes
Sweatshirt
Underwater digital camera
Wetsuit
Wine tumblers

If your looking for potential beaches to visit, make sure to check out our Florida beach map (here). We’ve organized a map / list of Florida beaches to make them easier to find. Beaches aren’t the only thing you can find on our adventure map, we have over 50 different activities you can find.