Show notes for a podcast about Sanibel Island's rebuilding after Hurricane Ian.
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The Florida Travel Pod is a podcast to help Florida residents and visitors get the most out of the Sunshine State. Hosted by Christina Sawyer and Tonya Denmark from the Detail Oriented Traveler. Christina and Tonya are great friends, sharing their insights to great places to enjoy in Florida. From St Augustine to Sanibel Island, join us as we explore all the incredible things to do in Florida!
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This is a conversation I recorded today with State Rep. Adam Botana, R-District 80, about the bill he has drafted to create a Captiva Island Conservation Area. His comments are timely, because the Lee County Commissioners will discuss proposed land use changes for Captiva at their meeting tomorrow (Dec. 6) at 9:30 a.m. For video of this interview, …
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Join us and the Florida Travel Girl as we dish about Melbourne Florida.By Tonya Denmark & Christina Sawyer
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From world-famous racing to vintage soda festivals, Sebring has something for everyone.By Tonya Denmark & Christina Sawyer
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Hope you're hungry. We're dishing about the best food tours where you can get a taste of Florida and the history that goes with it.By Tonya Denmark & Christina Sawyer
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Our guest, Sarah, tells us all about the 30A area, from why it's called 30A and why you need to visit.By Tonya Denmark & Christina Sawyer
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Environmental Policy Director, Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Commission (SCCF), left, with host Len Edgerly on Zoom Links SCCF web site Click here to donate to SCCF "Commissioners Grant 90-day Continuance on Proposed Land Use Changes" at SCCF.org - June 20, 2023 "South Seas Island Resort controversy prompts Lee County Commissioners to postpone publi…
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4th of July Fireworks are coming in with a bang. Hear some of our favorite places in Florida to watch fireworks for Independence Day.By Tonya Denmark & Christina Sawyer
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Vice President, Captiva Community Panel, addressing special meeting of the Sanibel City Council on June 14, 2023 Recorded video of Sanibel City Council’s special meeting on June 14, 2023, highlighting the threats of a proposed Lee County ordinance on Sanibel and Captiva’s sanctuary status. Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) request to c…
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Len Edgerly recording this episode Recorded video of Sanibel City Council's special meeting on June 14, 2023, highlighting the threats of a proposed Lee County ordinance on Sanibel and Captiva's sanctuary status. Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) request to contact Lee County Commissioners in advance of June 20, 2023, meeting to consid…
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What can you do in Ocala National Forest?
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National Forests have a lot to offer and Ocala National Forest is no exception. Hear just all the fun you can have in Ocala National Forest.By Tonya Denmark & Christina Sawyer
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Summer is here and so is festival season. Listen in as we talk about the music festivals around Florida not just for summer, but all year round.By Tonya Denmark & Christina Sawyer
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Florida has so much rich history. We cover this topic a lot. But have you ever driven around to truly appreciate the history through the interesting architecture you can find all around the state of Florida? Travel around with us and learn some of the amazing and interesting architecture in Florida. https://floridatravelpod.com/architecture-in-flor…
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Not just the best place to go surfing, Cocoa Beach is home to some extraordinary nature. Plus, it's close proximity to Titusville and Kennedy Space Center make it a perfect day trip, or vacation destination. https://floridatravelpod.com/things-to-do-in-cocoa-beach/By Tonya Denmark & Christina Sawyer
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We are heading north to the state parks in Florida's panhandle. We've said it before and we'll say it again, Florida has a vast range of landscapes and the panhandle does not disappoint. Visit all show notes here https://floridatravelpod.com/state-parks-florida-panhandle/By Tonya Denmark & Christina Sawyer
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Project Manager, Sanibel Causeway Reconstruction Kati at Linkedin FDOT Sanibel and Pine Island Hurricane Ian Relief at YouTube - November, 2022 Linkedin video of Kati on site at the causeway WINK TV coverage of hurricane recovery - January 6, 2023
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There are all kinds of unique fun in Florida. Try investigating a Dinner Show in Florida is a great way to experience something just a little different. https://floridatravelpod.com/dinner-shows-in-florida/By Tonya Denmark & Christina Sawyer
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Regional Manager, CrowderGulf CrowderGulf 2023 National Hurricane Conference MySanibel website SanCap Citizens for a Resilient Future Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF)
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Fun Things to do for your Birthday in Florida
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We've celebrated a few birthdays in various ways across the sunshine state. This week we take a look at a bunch of fun things to do for your birthday in Florida. https://floridatravelpod.com/things-to-do-for-your-birthday-in-floridaBy Tonya Denmark & Christina Sawyer
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Me, Darlene and Deb wearing Shine on Sanibel t-shirts at today's ceremony to re-light the Sanibel Lighthouse City officials, residents, and Sanibel lovers from all over gathered at the foot of the iconic Sanibel Lighthouse before dawn this morning for the re-lighting of the lighthouse, which was battered by Hurricane Ian but was still standing afte…
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Downtown Tampa is a fun place to go for a date day and date night. We walked through the best things to do in Downtown Tampa. Visit our show notes for links: https://floridatravelpod.com/things-to-do-in-downtown-tampa/By Tonya Denmark & Christina Sawyer
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Environmental Policy Director, Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) Links Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation (SCCF) "DePaolis Joins SCCF as Environmental Policy Director" - SCCF website April 6, 2022 Florida Right to Clean Water drive to amend Florida's Constitution The Everglades: River of Grass by Marjory Stoneman Douglas The Gulf:…
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Best Things to do in Tarpon Springs Florida
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Tarpon Springs is home to a thriving greek community and dining scene. But that's not all there is to do there. Listen in to our best things to do in Tarpon Springs Florida. For a full list of show notes and links: https://floridatravelpod.com/things-to-do-in-tarpon-springs-florida/By Tonya Denmark & Christina Sawyer
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If you're in Florida, and you want to see sea turtles, you're in luck. We list out the best places to see sea turtles, both in the wild and in sanctuaries. From turtle nesting to turtle hatching... For a full list of links and show notes, visit here https://floridatravelpod.com/best-places-to-see-sea-turtles/…
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Joe Craig of Finnimore's Cycle Shop, Sanibel Links Finnimore's Cycle Shop Sanibel Farmers Market Billy's Bike Shop
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Florida Gulf vs Atlantic Beaches How to choose
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This week we talk about some of the differences and generalities of each side, and what we like about the Atlantic Ocean and the Gulf of Mexico. Bonuses and benefits, and how to choose the Florida Gulf vs Atlantic Beaches. https://floridatravelpod.com/florida-gulf-vs-atlantic-beaches/By Tonya Denmark & Christina Sawyer
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Michael of Sage and Indigo Juice Company Today is a big day in the recovery of Sanibel from Hurricane Ian. The Sanibel Island Farmers Market has returned! I interviewed vendors, shoppers, and Sanibel Mayor Holly Smith this morning at the Jerry's Supermarket parking lot. If you hear this before the market closes today, come on down!…
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Sharing Stories of Trauma and Recovery Links St. Michael & All Angels Church, Sanibel FL Chico’s women’s clothing, Sanibel Recovering from Losses in Life by H. Norman Wright My Kindle Chronicles podcast ### If you’d like brief updates on technology, books, marriage, and puppies, you can follow along with my Morning Journal flash briefing. From your…
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Golf Superintendent at The Dunes Roy Jones is golf course superintendent at the Dunes Golf & Tennis Club on Sanibel island. He spoke with me today about progress the club is making toward re-opening the 18-hole course for play. Note: you can hear each episode of the Sanibel Journal on any Alexa device. Just say, "Alexa, enable Sanibel Journal" to a…
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Mark Boluis Cleans a Court for Pickelball Mark is a nearby neighbor of ours who introduced Darlene and me to the game of pickleball more than a year ago. We took our pickleball passion north in May, to Massachusetts and Maine, and were looking forward to reconnecting with Mark and others in Sanibel. Hurricane Ian left piles of debris and a stubborn…
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The Best of our Florida Featured Products
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We're bringing back our gift guide in time for the holidays. But hurry and order now in time for Christmas. Our curated Florida Featured Products can be found in the links here. https://floridatravelpod.com/best-of-florida-gift-guide/By Tonya Denmark & Christina Sawyer
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At work early on Sunday morning On the third morning of our current stay on Sanibel in a rental house, we heard the loud sound of a truck approaching. When we saw it was one of the double-bin debris-hauling vehicles, I took some photos and asked the guy standing behind the truck if he could tell us a little about the process. He turned out to be a …
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As we prepare to travel to our home on Sanibel tomorrow I am in the midst of pointed conversations with insurance reps over the Loss of Use portion of our homeowners' policy with Lloyds.
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