A New Jersey native with over 15 years of writing experience, Marisa has studied at both New York University and Florida International University. She has lived all over the country, including a decade stint in South Florida. Marisa is well-versed in exploration as she travels a good majority of the year in her self-converted Sprinter van. Her articles have been featured in various notable publications over the years, she has a published collection of short stories, and three completed screenplays under her belt.
We’re trying something new on our Not Your Average Bucket List podcast this week. For those of you who are unfamiliar, Not Your Average Bucket List is a travel podcast by OnlyInYourState dedicated to unearthing hidden gems across the United States. For this new series, our two hosts will help you find the best things to do in Florida for June 2023! This is going to be a new monthly series going forward.
So, are you ready to dive into a month full of exciting things in Florida? First, if you want to listen to the episode, make sure to check it out on Spotify or Apple Podcasts:
Enjoy this beautiful state park with a natural lazy river in Florida. The spring-fed river keeps water cool and clear all year round, but June is probably one of the warmer months. Tube a 3.5-mile river flow through forested landscapes. Plus, there are areas to swim and snorkel, too!
Opens officially for business on Monday, June 5th, 2023. This pizza spot is famous in Connecticut and is finally opening up in Delray Beach. The New Haven-style pizza is a fan-favorite, and it’s been open up north since 1925. Come enjoy a delicious slice to kick off summer.
Come hang ten on June 3rd, 2023 from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
This is Flagler Beach’s first-ever women’s surf festival. If you’re a surfer, you can enter the festival, but also if you’re a fan you can sit and watch all the fun.
When? Where? June 23rd-24th, 2023 in Chipley, Florida. This is a completely free music festival and celebrates all things watermelon. Sounds like the perfect summer experience for the whole family. What can be better than vendors, food, watermelon, and live music!?
America's largest weekend open-air food market is officially open every Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m.-7 p.m. at 2600 NW 2nd Avenue, right across from the Wynwood Walls. I’ve been before and let me tell you this is the best assortment of varied cuisines and culinary favorites across the state.
Just 16 miles from downtown Orlando, come spend the day with the whole family under the summer sun. Swim, paddle, and even see manatees! Manatees migrate with rising water levels during the spring, summer, and fall.
We’ve written about Westgate River Ranch multiple times because there is just so much to do and see. This resort is a luxury, Old West, imagine being a cowgirl or cowboy, type of place. The accommodations here are out-of-this-world. You can sleep in a luxury covered wagon. There is a rodeo nearby, and activities like archery, horseback riding, rock climbing, and so much more.
From Saturday, May 27, 2023, through Monday, September 4, 2023
features the mummified remains of 40 real humans and animals and 80 rare artifacts from across the globe. The exhibition provides a rare glimpse into the lives of ancient people from nearly every region of the world.
Nothing says summer like a trip to the spa. Inside this hotel’s spa is a hydrotherapy circuit that mirrors European wellness traditions by using the restorative properties of water to promote well-being. Spend the day lounging in luxury right across from the ocean. It doesn’t get much better than this.
Summer events are happening all season long here. First and foremost, if you’ve never been to this 250-acre garden sanctuary, it’s a must. Created in the 1920s, there are hiking trails, birds, natural beauty, and so much more. During the summer, there are live events taking place, including the music from the Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra.
Keep an eye out next month for all the best things to do in Florida for July 2023. Also, if you want to be reminded of when a new episode comes out, make sure to Subscribe to the Not Your Average Bucket List podcast on Spotify, Apple Music, or wherever you listen!
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