Explorer's Guide North Florida & the Panhandle

by Sandra Friend, John Keatley

Welcome to the quieter side of Florida. The northwest has it all—prime Gulf Coast vacation spots, powdery quartz beaches, unexpected waterfalls, and historic downtown areas across the Panhandle. Florida's history runs deepest here, from prehistoric settlements at Cedar Key and along the Aucilla River to the Spanish colonies at Pensacola and St. Augustine. Sandra Friend and John Keatley show readers the best of their state's natural wonders and historic sights, the seafood restaurants most worth your time, the most unique lodgings, and a beach for everyone, whether you're seeking serenity or a busy social scene.


As with every Explorer's Guide, you'll get the latest, most thoroughly researched recommendations for everything from eating, sleeping, exploring, local festivals, transportation options, and much more. Full color photographs bring the destination alive, while color maps and clear, concise directions guide you in your travels. Now in its third edition, this guide is indispensable for any vacationer hoping to enjoy the region to its fullest. 

Genres: Travel, Nonfiction

400 pages, Paperback

First published June 20, 2007

Reviews

[Kayleen · Rating 2 out of 5]

I got this book to see what it had to say about Pensacola. 85% of that chapter was about Milton. That's like getting a travel guide for New York City and only getting to read about Newark. Completely misleading AND a huge missed opportunity.

The second star is because the range of activities/offerings seems broad, even if it appears they did all their research in one random square mile and moved on to the next region.

[Mskychick · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic and in depth guide for what to do in the area!

[Krystal · Rating 4 out of 5]

Really liked how the book was organized and any guidebook that includes a list of bookstores for each location wins in my book.