Authentic Florida

Authentic Florida A Local’s Guide to Florida’s Extraordinary + Quirky Treasures (Things to Do. Where to Eat/Stay/Shop. Events to Attend) Circa 2011. The kitschier the better!

Support Small Publishers by visiting our website, subscribing to our newsletter, & using BING as your default search engine. Authentic Florida is devoted to putting a spotlight on unique, fun, and affordable Florida-based experiences (old and new) from a locals' point of view. We shun most chains (unless they were birthed in Florida) and look for interesting mom-and-pop establishments, things to d

o, places to visit, eat, shop, stay, and any remaining roadside attractions. With easy planning and a moderate budget, we provide an uncomplicated journey that hopefully will enhance a genuine appreciation of the Sunshine State and inspire others to explore more of what Florida offers its residents and visitors alike. Our goal is to provide a road map for creating lifelong memories. Be sure to sign up for our free weekly e-newsletter at AuthenticFlorida.com. Also, socialize with us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok and Pinterest. AuthenticFlorida.com was established in 2011.

Kindness never goes out of style. 💕🌴💗Celebrate the Florida way: with warmth, color, and a touch of flamingo flair! 🦩☀️...
11/13/2025

Kindness never goes out of style. 💕🌴💗

Celebrate the Florida way: with warmth, color, and a touch of flamingo flair! 🦩☀️

Visit https://authenticflorida.com/.

Saying goodbye to an favorite. 🌴The Postcard Inn on the Beach (St. Pete Beach) has officially closed its doors. 😢Soon,...
11/13/2025

Saying goodbye to an favorite. 🌴

The Postcard Inn on the Beach (St. Pete Beach) has officially closed its doors. 😢

Soon, it will be reimagined as The Luce, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio hotel. It’s scheduled to open next year.

11/13/2025

Saying goodbye to an favorite. 🌴

The Postcard Inn in the Beach (St. Pete Beach) has officially closed its doors. 😢

Soon, it will be reimagined as The Luce, a Marriott Tribute Portfolio hotel. It’s scheduled to open next year.

Cheers to 75 years of shuckin’ good times! 🦪🎉Congrats to Orlando’s iconic Lee & Rick’s Oyster Bar for serving up memorie...
11/12/2025

Cheers to 75 years of shuckin’ good times! 🦪🎉

Congrats to Orlando’s iconic Lee & Rick’s Oyster Bar for serving up memories (+ oysters on the half shell) since 1950. 🍋🌴

Celebrate their 75th 👉 https://authenticflorida.com/best-oysters-in-florida.

Today and every day, we honor and thank all who have served and continue to serve our country. ❤️🤍💙
11/11/2025

Today and every day, we honor and thank all who have served and continue to serve our country. ❤️🤍💙

November in Florida is packed with fun events! 🐲🛍️🦀From stone crabs in Crystal River to lanterns aglow in Sanford & gara...
11/04/2025

November in Florida is packed with fun events! 🐲🛍️🦀

From stone crabs in Crystal River to lanterns aglow in Sanford & garage-sale gold along A1A, explore the Sunshine State’s November lineup at 🍂✨

🔗: https://authenticflorida.com/florida-events-in-november/

Happy 101st Birthday, New Port Richey! 🎂Incorporated in 1924, this Gulf Coast gem is home to the historic Hacienda Hotel...
10/28/2025

Happy 101st Birthday, New Port Richey! 🎂

Incorporated in 1924, this Gulf Coast gem is home to the historic Hacienda Hotel ~ beautifully restored and full of Old Florida charm. 💛🌴

🔗 https://f.mtr.cool/frbxeakkdu

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AuthenticFlorida.com --- Our Story

Authentic Florida is an award-winning website that celebrates the Sunshine State’s unique (and sometimes kitschy) treasures. We share recipes using "fresh from Florida" products while covering charming Florida towns/communities, restaurants, places to stay, events, artists as well as fun Florida finds/products (old and new). Our eyes are always scouting one-of-a-kind mom and pop establishments and we love to recommend great getaways around the state.

Whether you live here or vacation here, we hope you will become a part of our #AuthenticFloridian family.

With easy planning and a moderate budget, our readers will take an uncomplicated journey that enhances their genuine appreciation of the Sunshine State and hopefully inspires them to explore more of what Florida offers its residents and visitors alike.

Native Floridian Robin Draper started AuthenticFlorida.com in 2011 to share Florida in its simplest form – one that has always been there, yet is often forgotten. She wanted her readers to witness "real" Florida through travel stories, pictures and video. Whether kayaking through the mangrove tunnels', discovering uninhabited islands, walking beaches for prehistoric shark's teeth or hiking lesser known State Parks and trails, her goal was to share lots of tips and ideas for your next adventure.