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Nestled in Destin, Florida, the Destin History & Fishing Museum opened in 2005 as a nonprofit preserving the Emerald Coast’s maritime legacy since the 1830s. Located at 108 Stahlman Avenue, near the harbor, it’s open Tuesday-Saturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., with admission $10 for adults, discounts for seniors/military ($8-9), students $5, free under 5. Unique exhibits include the Mike Long Memorial Fish Wall with interactive touchscreens displaying local catches, “Diving in Destin” on underwater Read more…

The Track Family Fun Park, with locations in Destin and Gulf Shores, FL, is a premier destination for family-friendly entertainment along Florida’s beautiful beaches. Offering an action-packed experience, The Track features thrilling go-kart tracks, including the multi-level Wild Woody in Gulf Shores and five unique tracks in Destin. Families can enjoy mini golf, blaster boats, kiddie rides, and high-energy thrill rides like the SkyFlyer and Hurricane 360. The expansive arcades, including Fat Daddy’s Arcade in Read more…

Spanning 850,000 square feet in Orlando, Florida, Dezerland Park is the state’s largest indoor attraction, opened in 2021 by collector Michael Dezer, housing his vast auto museum and expanding into a family entertainment mega-center. Located at 5250 International Drive, it’s open daily 10 a.m. to midnight, with attraction prices varying—$35 all-day passes for unlimited access, or à la carte like $10 for axe throwing. Unique features: world’s largest Bond museum, Orlando Auto Museum with 2,000+ Read more…

Situated in Deerfield Beach, Florida, Dixie Divers is a premier PADI 5-Star Dive Center and Instructor Development Center, offering comprehensive diving experiences since its establishment as a full-service shop with an on-site pool for training. Located at 455 South Federal Highway, this family-oriented facility stands out with its comfortable classrooms, gear sales, rentals, and service, plus dive charters exploring South Florida’s vibrant reefs and wrecks. Unique features include customized classes from beginner Open Water certification Read more…

In the quaint town of Lauderdale-by-the-Sea, Florida, Dollman Park Beach Access serves as a charming entry point to the Atlantic’s inviting shores, named in honor of a prominent community member as part of the town’s beach portals. Located along Ocean Drive, this public access features convenient amenities like outdoor showers, benches, and chairs for rinsing off sand and relaxing post-swim. Unique aspects include its pedestrian-friendly design with shaded paths leading directly to the soft, golden Read more…

Nestled in the heart of the Florida Keys on Grassy Key, the Dolphin Research Center (DRC) is a nonprofit facility dedicated to marine mammal education, research, and rescue since 1984, evolving from a small dolphinarium into a leading conservation hub. Its mission promotes peaceful coexistence between humans and marine life, with a forever-home promise for its dolphins, sea lions, and other residents. Unique features include observing ongoing cognition studies, interactive exhibits, and a Manatee Rescue Read more…

Departing from Key West, Florida, the Dry Tortugas Ferry aboard the Yankee Freedom offers an unforgettable voyage to Dry Tortugas National Park, a remote eco-wonder 70 miles west in the Gulf. Operated since the 1980s, this high-speed catamaran blends history with adventure, ferrying visitors to Fort Jefferson—a 19th-century Civil War prison amid pristine islands. Unique features include a narrated 45-minute fort tour, complimentary snorkel gear for exploring vibrant coral reefs teeming with tropical fish, and Read more…

Located in Dunedin, Florida, the Dunedin Fine Art Center (DFAC) has been a cornerstone of visual arts since 1975, founded to provide accessible creative experiences and now spanning multiple locations with galleries, studios, and a children’s museum. At 1143 Michigan Boulevard, it offers ever-changing exhibits featuring local to international artists, inspiring diverse mediums like paintings, sculptures, and installations. Unique features include hands-on classes for all ages—from pottery to digital art—plus summer camps, family workshops, and Read more…

Nestled in downtown Dunedin, Florida, the Dunedin History Museum preserves the area’s Scottish roots and pioneer past since 1968, housed in a historic 1920s railroad depot at 349 Main Street. Founded by the Dunedin Historical Society, it features interactive exhibits on indigenous peoples, citrus industry, railroads, and local sports, with artifacts like vintage photos, tools, and a model train. Unique highlights include the “Dunedin Through the Years” timeline and seasonal displays on festivals like Highland Read more…

Nestled in the heart of Dunedin, Florida, the Institute for Creative Arts stands as a vibrant hub where imagination meets craftsmanship, just minutes from the sun-kissed shores of the Gulf Coast. Located at 968 Douglas Avenue, this unassuming campus—housed in a historic building leased by the city—invites artists and enthusiasts alike to dive into hands-on workshops and explore a shared gallery brimming with one-of-a-kind creations. Founded by visionary metal artist Bill Coleman, the Institute embodies Read more…