The Crystal River National Wildlife Refuge exists specifically to protect these endangered gentle giants, making this the only place in the United States where you can legally swim with manatees in ...

Crystal-clear natural springs, the rolling hills of horse country, and a charming historic downtown help Ocala shine.

Downtown Ocala’s charming storefronts and palm trees create that perfect small-town Florida vibe without the tourist-trap prices. Photo credit: Larry Whitler You’ll find plenty of reasonably priced ...

A mother and child stranded deep in the dense Stanislaus National Forest late last week left a trail of handwritten notes that helped their rescuers find them, officials announced this week.