Don’t let the heat deter you, June, July and August bring plenty of opportunities to enjoy Florida summer adventures around Tampa Bay. From water adventures and wildlife encounters to short nature hikes, indoor activities, historic tours and foodie fun, we have the ultimate list of family-friendly Florida summer adventures for you.
Sun Protection Essentials for Florida Adventures
Not sure where to find high-quality, protective sun safety essentials for the whole family? These sun protection products are Adventure-Seeking Mom tested and approved.
How Do You Teach Empathy to Kids?
Yes, some people are born with more empathy than others but the good news is that you can teach empathy. It can be increased at any level. So how do we as parents, teachers or caregivers teach kids empathy?
Blowing Rocks Preserve: This Florida Beach Will Blow You Away
With the largest Anastasia limestone shoreline on the Atlantic coast, Florida’s Blowing Rocks Preserve is a magnificent place for a Florida adventure.
Get a Free Month of Sarah’s Spanish School Classes for Kids
For the entire month of May, Sarah’s Spanish School is giving Adventure-Seeking Mom readers a FULL MONTH of live online Spanish classes for FREE!
Mother’s Day Gift Ideas For Adventure-Seeking Moms
Besides an exciting day of adventure with her family, an adventure-seeking mom will value a Mother’s Day gift that encourages her to relax, do what she loves, and look and feel fabulous while she does it. Here are some products I love that I think many adventure-seeking moms will appreciate too.
Can Seeing Yourself as “More Than a Mom” Help Your Family Thrive?
What if taking care of your own soul, mind and body was the first step to helping your family thrive? This is the question bestselling author Kari Kampakis poses with her new book More Than A Mom.
These Tampa Bay Area Gardens Blossom with Spring Beauty
Make the most of the spring season in Florida and immerse yourself in its quiet beauty with a visit to one of these stunning Tampa Bay area gardens.
Five Old Florida Lighthouses to Visit on the West Coast
Want to explore some scenic Florida lighthouses? Here are five historic Old Florida lighthouses you can visit along the west coast of Florida from Fort Myers to Tampa Bay.
An Adventurous Introvert’s Guide to Shelling in Florida
An introvert’s keen observation skills are a great asset to seashell hunting. Here’s how to think like an introvert to improve your shelling.
Save the Chubby Mermaids – How to Protect Florida Manatees
Florida manatees are dying at an alarming rate. Here’s how you and your family can help save the chubby mermaids.
Why St. Pete Beach Florida is Perfect for Vacation
St. Pete Beach was ranked by Tripadvisor as the top beach in America in 2021. Here’s why I’ve always been quick to recommend it to visitors.
Florida ‘Movie Theater of the Future’ is a Cinematic Adventure
With interactive enhancements to the movie theater experience like CycleCinema spin classes, kids activities and sushi, Grove Theater in Wesley Chapel, Florida brings family fun, fitness with friends and date nights together under one roof.
Best Friends, Beach Adventures and Being the New Kid
Outer Banks blogger and author Audra Krieg touches hearts with sandbar stories and long-standing support for the new kid in town.
Florida Paddling Adventure: Rainbow River
With its entrancing array of blues and greens, the Rainbow River in Dunnellon, FL is a dazzling destination for a paddling adventure.
Get Creative with Kid-Safe Chalk Markers
In our house, art exploration is one of the best ways to draw our kids away from electronics and engage their creativity. Drawing has always been a popular activity here, but even more so after Chalkola gave us a chalkboard and a set of 30 kid-safe chalk markers to try.
Turn Your Daydreams into Real Ambitions with Bob Goff’s Dream Big Book
Do you know who you are, what you want and why you want it? These are three questions I’ve been exploring about myself after being selected to join the launch team for Bob Goff’s new book, Dream Big.
Fairy Tales Help Us Find Adventure Without Leaving Home
We may have to stay home but fairy tales and other books give us plenty of places to go. Every day can be an adventure if we have the right perspective.
Give Yourself a Quick Quarantine Pick-Me-Up with Beautycounter’s Flawless in Five
As a long-time work-from-home mom, I know what it’s like to feel isolated. Here’s a quick and easy self-care tip to boost your mood with clean beauty products from Beautycounter.
Free Yoga and Other Workouts to Relieve Stress During Quarantine
Some of my favorite fitness friends are offering free online workouts during quarantine. Check out these great options to help you stay active and calm at home.