These all might sound like travel dreams of a bygone era, but this incredible atmosphere is still alive and well on Florida's Gulf Coast ... road trip is Edward Ball Wakulla Springs State Park.

according to Visit Florida. The road also cuts through Punta Gorda, Fort Myers, Bonita Springs and Naples. More about the dropped proposal: Sarasota Sen. Gruters drops proposal to rename U.S. 41 Gulf ...

Although I love to travel outside the area, the Florida Gulf Coast ... day trip to watch mermaids perform in at Weeki Wachee Springs. An Old Florida roadside attraction and an enchanting natural ...