This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Gulf County Florida. All opinions are 100% mine.

Florida’s Gulf County Vacation Tips

There are many wonderful places to visit and many wonders to be seen in the State of Florida. But few places compare to the natural beauty that is Florida’s Gulf County. It is a hidden gem that is so lovely even locals vacation here.

The perfect time to visit the gulf coast of Florida is mid-August to mid-March when the weather is perfect. Time slows down and long weekends are in order. There is something for everyone. From pristine beaches, thrill seeking outdoor activities, award winning restaurants, culture and history, and nature at every turn. You don’t have to look far to find something for everyone in your family here.

Learn from the locals:

In Gulf County Florida adventure is just off the beaten path and there’s no better guide than a local. A favorite activity for anyone visiting is scuba diving with Captain Bobby’s Break A Way Charters (https://www.visitgulf.com/listing/break-a-way-charters). You will be surprised at the crystal clear water and beautiful dive spots that Adventure Guide and charter captain Bobby Guliford has been diving with his son since he was 12 years old. Whether you want to go scallop hunting in St. Joseph Bay or a family dive at about 30 feet, you will be able to find a fresh adventure just underneath the water’s surface.

Spend some time is nature as Florida was intended to be seen:

With 244 miles of coast line the access to some of the most pristine and unspoiled beaches in the world Gulf County will thrill you will the wonder of nature and make you feel like a kid again. Lynn Marshall a local Adventure Guide and the general manager of Port Inn says that she spends most weekends on a paddleboard in “The Bay” (St. Joseph Bay) and you can too! Paddleboards are easy to rent at Daly’s Watersports and the Bay is calm, shallow, and safe. This would be an ideal place to learn.

Less planning, more doing:

Gulf County has a wonderful online service that you can utilize to see what there is to do by the ones who know the area best. The Gulf County Concierge Program & Adventure Guide can help to plan your adventure while you spend your time and energy on the art of relaxing. Adventure and wonder are at the tip of your fingers as you have access to kayaking, fishing, hiking, biking, bird watching, snorkeling, diving, paddleboarding, ecotouring, boating which is never more than 15 minutes in any direction at any time.

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It’s super simple to enter. Just answer this question in the comment section below. 

Question: “Which of the adventures in the Adventure Guide would you/your family enjoy taking part in? And why?”

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Giveaway ends on August 25, 2016 at 11:59pm EST.

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