Visiting GCFL And Contest

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of Gulf County, Florida for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

I grew up in Southern California, and spent a couple years living at the Central Coast. I have always considered myself a nature loving beach girl. I love the sand between my toes, and the sound of the waves on the shore. We now live in Northern California, and to quench my need for the sea life, we spend our free time sailing at Lake Almanor, in our old sail boat. It's still not the ocean, nothing can capture it's beauty.  I have never been to Florida, and have always wanted to visit Gulf County. It is located in Northwest Florida, and boasts 43 miles of natural shoreline! There are no busy highways, only white-sand beaches facing westward into spectacular sunsets, on the Gulf of Mexico and St. Joseph Bay.  They have beckoning bayous, unexpected wildlife encounters, and the mysterious Dead Lakes. They have seaside bike trails, kayaks, stand-up paddle boards and snorkeling. They have genuine places, like the historic Indian Pass Raw Bar and flavors like Tupelo Honey. Come visit GCFL and Like GCFL on Facebook and salute real beauty! It sounds like a place where your troubles fade away, and you discover a world you never new existed. Learn more at #GCFLnofilter.

Florida's 500 Years of Adventure Sweepstakes

This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of VISIT FLORIDA for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine.

Florida is 500 years old! Ponce de Leon first explored Florida in 1513. He paved the way for billions to further explore and enjoy the Sunshine State.  Florida has had billions of visitors from all around the world. To celebrate this birthday milestone, VISIT FLORIDA is giving away a trip every week in 2013? Florida’s 500 Years of Adventure Sweepstakes already launched on January 14 and will run throughout the year. VISIT FLORIDA is showcasing why Florida has been the world’s destination of choice for 500 years. From their beautiful beaches, world class spas,  fabulous fishing, and old Florida charm, there’s more than enough adventures here for another 500 years.

Head to Florida’s 500 Years of Adventure Sweepstakes for a chance to win a new Florida adventure every week! Each week they will be giving away a new and exciting Florida adventure package that includes rental car, hotel accommodations, and other exciting “what to do about town” activities! 

I have never been to Florida, have you? Living high in the Sierra Mountain range, in chilly Northern California, I often dream of the Sunshine State.  If you live in Florida, or have been there,  I would love to know what you do for a good Florida adventure?  Currently (May 27 to June 2) the package includes a trip to Bonaventure Resort and Spa. This would be a perfect package for my family since they have a terrific golf course, and are located near the only tropical zoo in Miami. Of course my kids are happy as clams just to be pool side. Besides pampering myself at the spa, I could improve my golf swing with my husband, and explore  Zoo Miami with my kids. I just entered and you can too. It's easy, for a chance to win head to Florida’s 500 Years of Adventure Sweepstakes. You will fill out a quick and easy online entry form. You can enter each week for a new and different Florida adventure package. 

Here is a screen shot of my entry into the contest.  Be sure to follow @VISITFLORIDA on Twitter to keep up with the latest Florida adventures.