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New Years in Cape San Blas???

The article provides a guide to two types of New Year’s Eve celebrations: lively, glamorous parties in vibrant cities and serene, peaceful retreats. For those seeking grand celebrations, top destinations include: New York City, famous for the iconic Times Square ball drop and numerous attractions. Paris, where you can enjoy fireworks over the Eiffel Tower Read More

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9 Old-World Towns to Visit on the Gulf Coast

Jason Phillips November 11 2024 in Places World Atlas The Gulf Coast is a beautiful stretch of white sand and tropical-colored water stretching from Florida to Texas. The coastline is dotted with small, charming beach towns, many steeped in history. Old-world towns have histories dating back 5,000 years and are some of the most fun to visit. Much of Read More

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10 Historic Small Towns in Florida for Your Bucket List

Forget the beaches! Florida’s historic small towns, from hidden fishing villages to charming colonial hubs, are where the state’s true story comes alive! Oct 6, 2024 • By Gabriel Kirellos, Published travel writer and editor Sun-soaked beaches, theme parks, and bustling cities are the first things that might come to your mind when “Florida” is mentioned. However, the Sunshine Read More

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7 Welcoming Towns to Retire on the Gulf Coast

James McMechan September 28 2024 in Places Choosing where to retire is one of the most significant decisions older adults face, especially as more Americans approach their golden years. With many factors to consider, the Gulf Coast has long been cherished as a premier retirement destination. While images of warm ocean breezes, stunning shorelines, and refreshing margaritas Read More

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7 Small Towns In Florida Where It Actually Feels Like Fall

  By Arianna Winslow Published 4 hours ago The Travel Shutterstock For those who live in Florida, summer isn’t just a season, it’s a lifestyle. With warm weather year-round, some might think Floridians only want sunshine year-round. But there are many in Florida who want to experience the beautiful colors of fall, even just for a little Read More

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7 Unspoiled Small Towns in Florida’s Emerald Coast

Jason Phillips September 15 2024 in Places Florida’s Emerald Coast along the Panhandle region has some of the prettiest beaches in the world. The area also has quaint coastal towns, and most of them are unspoiled. Miles of secluded beaches, protected marshes, and preservation ensure that this region will be enjoyed for generations. Many conservation areas allow visitors and Read More

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Helping to keep the Cape safe

By Special to the Star September 2, 2024 On Thursday morning, Aug. 29 at Fire Station 2 on Cape San Blas, Cindy and Brendan and Murphy, at right, presented a $5,000 check on behalf of The Murphy Family Foundation to the non-profit South Gulf County Volunteer Fire Department to help support South Gulf County Fire Read More