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When most of us think of Fort Lauderdale, we often picture the famous beaches, Riverwalk, boating, shopping and local arts.  Some may see it as a great jumping off point for their next cruise ship adventure out of the Fort Lauderdale port.  Many don’t often realize that just under 40 minutes west of the city there is a wild gem to discover.  Everglades Swamp Tours of Fort Lauderdale can give your family the opportunity to see a bobcat, deer, panther or even a black bear.

The white sand beaches of Miami, the crazy theme parks of Orlando... when it comes to attractions, Florida has an overwhelming abundance of them. It is after all, one of the most traveled-to destinations of the US, hosting a whopping 80 million tourists every year. 

However, beyond the beaten touristy path is some of the most breathtaking, picturesque towns and rural communitiesto explore. One of these is Jupiter, Florida, which has been named by Coastal Living in 2012 as the Ninth Happiest Seaside Town in America. 

I am not a gamer and never was but both my children LOVE LOVE LOVE video games.  They first got into Pokemon because a child down the street had a Pokemon game they enjoyed playing together.  Then that same child gave my children free cards to start their deck and the obsession began.  

Located on the southeastern most part of Florida, Miami Dade is the most populous county in the state, with almost 2.5 million residents. Home to 35 incorporated cities, and several unincorporated areas, the Miami Dade County is heavily urbanized, especially along the coastline. With city of Miami as its county seat, the Miami Dade county is home to thriving and modern urban spaces, and attracts millions of tourists every year.