An Introduction

My name is Marcus Adkins, as a Photographer I am always looking for interesting places in Florida to explore and to photograph. My weekend getaways have brought me all over this beautiful state. I have seen Sea-turtles nesting on the beach, rock formations that the waves crash into and blast the salty Atlantic Ocean waves fifty feet in the air through blow holes. I have paddled through some of Florida’s river’s with scenic views of natural Florida quietly drifting by Alligators, Deer, Turtles and other wildlife on the shore within just a few feet while River Otters play next to the canoe as you glide down the crystal clear water.

Florida offers Biking and Hiking trails featuring very scenic views of untouched natural Florida, you can bike through Downtown Winter Garden or along Miami’s South Beach. Hiking trails offer many levels of experience from small trails through Wekiwa Springs State Park or the Florida Trail that stretches 1400 miles, and everything in between.Canoeing and Kayaking is probably one of the best ways to see Florida’s hidden beauty from small spring fed day trips to paddling through 10,000 Islands in theEverglades to paddling across Florida Bay and all through the Florida Keys. If you are into camping whether it’s in a tent or your own comfortable RV you can camp in secluded Ocala National Forest or camp right on the beach in the Florida Keys, there is hundreds of wonderful sites in Florida for camping.

I seem to be drawn to the water (like many people) Lakes, Rivers, and of course the Ocean and Gulf with their beautiful Beaches, that  is one of the things that make Florida such a beautiful place there is so much water around and through this beautiful state. Through my travels I have discovered some great places, restaurants, hotels, and campgrounds that I would like to share with you.

Getaways by Design is my way of sharing this with you and help you find your own wonderful Florida adventures. Whether you are from Florida looking for a weekend getaway, or you are planing to visit Florida and design your own unforgettable Florida vacation.

Check back often I will be adding new content regularly. I will also be Inviting other Florida Photographers to become contributors so we can create an extensive and beautiful Library of Great Florida Getaways for you to enjoy and find a new adventure every weekend.

Marcus Adkins