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Florida’s secret beaches for shell lovers

Florida’s Gulf Coast hides some of the most magical shelling spots in the world, from Sanibel Island’s famous ‘Sanibel Stoop’ to the untouched sands of Shell Key Preserve. These destinations offer ...
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This Hidden Florida Island Has No Roads, No Crowds, And Some Of The Clearest Water Around

Shell Key Preserve offers untouched beaches perfect for swimming, shelling, and birdwatching. Access the island only by boat, kayak, or ferry, as there are no roads or bridges. Its unspoiled beauty ...
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Forget Miami — St. Petersburg has Florida’s most beautiful beaches

Are you looking for a perfect beach getaway? Look no further than St. Petersburg, Florida. With miles of pristine white sand ...
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Great White shark spotted by Hubbard's Marina guests near Shell Key

Dozens of people looking for seashells found something much bigger, and perhaps "greater," off of Florida's coast. Around 49 guests with Hubbard's Marina in Madeira Beach went on a shelling excursion ...
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This Florida City Has Shell-strewn Islands, a Walkable Riverfront, and Some of the State's Best Beaches—Here's How to Do It Right

Located along the Gulf Coast in Lee County, Fort Myers offers visitors a little bit of everything: shell-strewn islands, mangrove-lined waterways, and a walkable riverfront district filled with ...