"Coral Gables feels completely one of a kind. I always think of it as a town within a city - it's very different from the South Beach atmosphere that many people might imagine when they envision Miami. Spending time in "the City Beautiful," as Coral Gables is dubbed, is like stepping into a version of "The Great Gatsby" featuring a modern, tropical backdrop. The public Venetian Pool, for instance, first opened in the 1920s and features waterfalls and cave-like grottos."
"It was supposed to be a temporary move to save money, but I ended up falling in love with Central Florida. Fifteen years later, I'm still here. I've traveled all over the state and could honestly fill the rest of my days just visiting different towns and cities in Florida. There's no shortage of tourist destinations here, but parts of Orlando and Miami are home to tons of crowds ... and traffic."
I have lived in Florida all my life and explored every region of the state. I grew up in Miami and later moved to the Space Coast in my twenties, intending a temporary stay that became a fifteen-year residency. I have visited many towns and recommend avoiding crowded Orlando and Miami tourist areas in favor of lesser-known destinations offering beaches, culture, and history. St. Augustine offers deep historical and cultural experiences while Vilano Beach provides quiet coastal beauty. Coral Gables presents historic 1920s architecture, landmarks like the Biltmore Hotel, Venetian Pool, family-friendly parks, botanic gardens, and excellent restaurants.
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