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Solomon's Castle in Tiny Ona, Florida, Is One Man's Creative Vision Made Real

The artist Howard Solomon began building the castle in the 1970s from found objects and reclaimed materials and lived there until his death in 2016.

12/06/2023 By Stephanie Churn Lubow

Authentic Florida

Springtime at Bok Tower Gardens

Bok Tower Gardens is in full bloom--it's time to stop and smell the flowers.

03/10/2016 By Robin Draper

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Authentic Dade City, Where the Kumquat Rules

Welcome to Dade City where Florida southern charm combines hospitality, history and a “golden gem” known as the kumquat.

10/23/2014 By Robin Draper

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The Christmas Express

Visitors can jump aboard a full-size train pulled by a lovingly restored bright red locomotive festooned with twinkling lights that tows three passenger cars jammed with giddy, happy children

12/11/2013 By Robin Draper

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An Authentic Florida Bargain for $2: Rainbow Springs State Park

Looking for one of Florida's best bargains? Try Rainbow Springs State Park for swimming, kayaking or tubing down one of Florida’s most beautiful rivers.

09/18/2013 By Robin Draper

Sarasota Magazine

Central Florida

Solomon's Castle in Tiny Ona, Florida, Is One Man's Creative Vision Made Real

Springtime at Bok Tower Gardens

Authentic Dade City, Where the Kumquat Rules

The Christmas Express

An Authentic Florida Bargain for $2: Rainbow Springs State Park