18 Of The Most Nostalgic Photos Of Florida At Christmastime
Florida is a very special state, with its own unique qualities and quirks. This is especially evident at Christmastime. When people in other parts of the country are building snowmen and gathering around the fireplace, we’re outside enjoying the sunshine. Check out some of these charming and nostalgic photos of past Christmases in the Sunshine State:
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When the weather is this nice, there's no need to bring the tree inside!
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Here's a Christmas scene you wouldn't see up north.
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This photo shows us what Christmas was like in Florida more than one hundred years ago.
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Building a sandman is so much fun!
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With this tropical setting, our carolers look a little different.
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We can still dream of a white Christmas, just with powdery sand instead of snow.
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Our nation's oldest city is always a good source for nostalgia.
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How are they balancing those oranges on their heads?
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This underwater Christmas scene just screams Old Florida.
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In some parts of Florida, Santa arrives by boat.
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That must have been some office party.
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A tree for real Florida fanatics.
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This uniquely Floridian Christmas display won third prize in that year's Christmas contest. Wonder what the winner looked like!
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If they still make these, I want one!
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After all that hard work, Santa and the reindeer deserve some time on the beach.
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This scene could only make sense in Florida.
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The first Christmas in what would become our country occurred in 1539 when Hernando de Soto and his army of 600 spent the winter near Tallahassee.
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Everyone is getting citrus in their stockings!
What did you think of these photos? What’s your favorite thing about spending the holidays in Florida?
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