This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Visit Gulf County for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine.
How do you plan a vacation for a family that wants different things (and yet the same things)? How do you pinpoint a location that will give you everything you are looking for all in one area…a place that offers adventures for all ages and abilities?
I found the answer. You plan a trip to Gulf County, Florida. This is a dream trip for me, and perhaps someday, I’ll be able to make the reservations and plan for real. Until then, here are some of the amazing adventures I found that I know my whole family would enjoy! I found ALL of these fab adventures in the Gulf County Adventure Guide– I could probably fill a month with the adventure options available on there.
St. Joseph Peninsula State Park. Yes, A state park! They have RV parking and campsites, you see, at this park. Plus a slew of other amenities (including laundry) and water access. Less money than a hotel, closer to nature, and exploration is literally outside the door.
Now, we wouldn’t just stay at the one park. No way. There’s too much to do. In the (at least a full week) time we were staying in Gulf County, we’d absolutely need to do a charter and try our hands at snuba diving. I can’t wait to see my kids experience the wonder of what’s under the ocean!
We could even visit a beach a day. A different beach a day. We could do a day of just collecting seashells. Florida has so many different shells and colors you just don’t find here in Connecticut! Kayaking, fishing, swimming…and of course, relaxing.
Horseback riding on the beach just sounds so romantic, and definitely an adventure for this family who’s not been around horses much! The sand, the water, the warm sun, the breeze… oh, I can almost imagine how awesome it will be!
Fishing would probably be an adventure each day of our trip, if not the focus of a few days. I’m sure a charter would be likely to happen, so we could experience some ‘big fish’ fishing.
There are some really cool places in Gulf County to see- some of which you have to reach by a flat bottom vessel. Just imagine a day kayaking to the Dead Lakes and taking time to just take all of that wonder in….many have said it’s like looking at another planet. I wonder how many birds nest in those lakes…and how many we’ll see on our adventures?
What would be your ideal family adventure vacation?
From now through April 13, 10 lucky winners each week will win $50 to have an adventure in their own town! What would your adventure be?
Debi says
I have always wanted to go to Gulf county. It looks so amazing.
Amy Desrosiers says
Wow, everything looks so darn beautiful there! I would love to visit with my family!
jennifer Medeiros says
I live in Florida and love all the water activities like kayaking and canoeing. This is a great spot for families.
Kelly says
We are hoping to make it down to Florida this summer and this looks like the perfect destination.
valerie g says
sign me up for that. looks like a blast!!! i love florida, wish i was there right now.
Tammilee Tips says
This sounds like an amazing place to vacation!! I love to visit Florida there is so much to do!
Autumn @Mamachallenge says
Sounds like an amazing trip! I would love to take a family trip there!
Dawn says
I always enjoy visiting Florida! I can’t wait to go back soon.
Stacey- Travel Blogger says
Wow, what a beautiful sunset! I would love a weekend getaway here.
Allie D. says
Florida looks so beautiful. We really want to visit there someday. Our dream vacations would definitely include snorkeling, fishing, and kayaking. My husband and baby girl love the water.
Tess says
What a fun place to go. We are going to Florida in October- ya!
Meagan says
This seriously looks picture perfect! I love Florida!
Shauna says
Now this sounds like a great vacation. We love visiting FL and need to schedule a visit soon. Thanks for sharing your vacation with us.
Ann Bacciaglia says
Florida is a beautiful place to visit. My parents spend six months a year there. I get to go and visit them a few times a year.
Liz Mays says
Oh my! I’d love to have an adventure in Gulf County. Kayaking sounds amazing.
Donella Crigger says
Fishing would definitely be on our to-do list, and horseback riding sounds lovely, too. We’ve vacationed in the area once, and we’d love to go back.
Andrea Kruse says
I would LOVE to make Florida our next family vacation spot. So many reasons… such a gorgeous state.
Daisy says
What a beautiful area! Now that my parents live in Florida, I’ll definitely have to add this to the list of places that we want to visit when we go there.
Dawn says
Oh, we are SO hitting Gulf County this summer! We just moved to Florida a few months ago, and we’re excited to see some beautiful scenery and wildlife.
Robin (Masshole Mommy) says
It sounds like a great place to visit! I have always wanted to see that part of the state.