Florida Communities

Amelia Island — Awe-inspiring in Harmony with Nature by Scott Kauffman When the Sea Pines Company started developing Amelia Island Plantation 25 years ago in northeast Florida, the ground-breaking company set an ambitious goal of creating and operating a residential resort community that was harmonious with nature to the highest order. Sea Pines Co., led…

Bradenton — Florida’s Bay Area Beauty by Scott Kauffman When it comes to this part of Florida’s Gulf Coast, Bradenton might not be as well-known as its sophisticated neighbor to the south, Sarasota. But that’s just fine for the folks flocking to the Bradenton region, which is equally rich in culture and recreational wonders with…

Thomas Edison and Henry Ford are credited with inventing dozens of modern-day conveniences. When it comes to Florida, their greatest discoveries might very well have been their mutual love for Fort Myers.

On the southwest side of the state, there’s certainly no shortage of wealth. Indeed, Naples long held the unofficial title of having the most millionaires per capita. But when it comes to attitude and style, Naples is as far from Miami Beach as the seemingly endless Alligator Alley that separates the two coasts.

They chose a tract of north central Florida land from U.S. Route 1 all the way to the Atlantic Ocean and saved the sweetest spot of all for a place called Palm Coast.

This superb Sunshine State location in St. Lucie County isn’t as well-known as its southern neighbor, Palm Beach County, but that’s just how the Port St. Lucie’s populace likes it. They want to keep this uncrowded and unspoiled Treasure Coast a true treasure.

Sarasota — Florida’s Swanky Cultural Coast by Scott Kauffman If pristine beaches, high culture, and swanky settings are your scene, then add Sarasota to your list. Portrait of an Ideal Town The city of Sarasota boasts high-end shops, lavish spas, exceptional restaurants, and a pristine Gulf Coast setting. Breathtaking barrier islands and beaches flank the…

West Palm Beach — Florida’s Gold Coast by Scott Kauffman Ever since founding father Henry Flagler opened the Royal Poinciana in 1894, turning Palm Beach into a vacation hot spot for Northerners, this part of southeast Florida has long been one of the most exclusive places to live and visit. If Palm Beach is where…

Ocala — Florida’s Horse Country Heaven by Scott Kauffman With more than 70,000 acres of thoroughbred breeding and training farms, the Ocala area has long been known as the horse capital of the world. Indeed, whether you love the thrill of competition or just enjoy a leisurely ride via horseback, this central Florida region is…

Orlando — A Small Town Big City by Scott Kauffman With Walt Disney World leading the way, Orlando has long been known as one of the world’s top tourist destinations. In fact, a record-breaking 62 million visitors discovered Orlando’s magic last year. But make no mistake, Orlando is no longer a Mickey Mouse town when…