Travel and Outdoors

The announcement Lakelanders have been waiting for has finally come.
Catch up on the progress of Lakeland’s transportation projects, from airport updates to possible future railways and road improvements.
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Spanish street markets? Icelandic geothermal baths? Pink sand beaches? That’s just a few of the vacation getaways that made our list of destinations to add to your 2024 travel bucket list.
Prepare for spring weather in Lakeland, FL with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
In need of a one-day getaway? We’re sharing our readers’ favorite things to do, see, and eat in towns within a quick drive of Swan City.
See how Lakeland’s running trails and local support earned made it a Runner Friendly Community for the next five years.
This local plant nursery will offer deals on all native trees during Florida Arbor Day weekend, so you can beautify your space.
Whether you’re looking to learn more about this micro-city’s extensive history or hoping to try the perfect Cuban sandwich, here’s what you need to know about taking a day trip to Ybor City.
Tell us what you’re hoping to do, see, and experience for the first time this year. We’ll share the best responses in our Lakeland bucket list.
We’ve brought you Lakeland’s top stories all year long, but which articles were you most interested in? See what took the top spot in categories like development, food + drink, real estate, and more.
Hop in your car and grab your hot cocoa. We’re driving around looking for the shiniest, brightest holiday lights in Lakeland and beyond.
The airport will ink a deal with Avelo Airlines to offer passenger service from Lakeland Linder as early as summer of 2024.
Average daily walking trips dropped by 36% in the US between 2019 and 2022 — see how Lakeland compares.
Polk is full of special places to stay that offer guests a break from traditional motels and hotels — check out our favorites in and around Lakeland, Florida.
Get into the Halloween spirit with these terrifying tales from around Central Florida.
Bonnet Springs Park will host a Birthday Bash to celebrate its first year of operations. See what’s on the schedule and what milestones the park has achieved this year.
Created in 1875, Cassadaga, FL finds its roots in spiritualism. Learn more about this haunting community just 90 minutes from Lakeland.
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Pack your bags, because we’re giving recs on where to go + what to do this fall and winter.
Prepare for fall weather in Lakeland, Florida with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
Where are you hoping to visit this fall? Let us know what you’re planning to see and do as we prepare our fall travel guides.
Whether you’re a weekend warrior or the next Tiger Woods, these 13 golf courses in Lakeland are sure to make for a good round.
Take our 5-minute quiz to test your local street smarts.
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In Burnsville, you can ascend the highest mountain peak east of the Mississippi, cool off by a waterfall, and dig into local barbecue — all in one place.
Here’s a few of our recommendations for some of the best spots in Lakeland to bring your work laptop. Pretty sure they’ll beat that corner office view.
Heading out on a beach trip? Fill your bag with our favorite items from Six & Main to bring Lakeland with you wherever you go.
We’re exploring a few of our reader recommendations for beachy road trips around Lakeland, Florida.
Go for a swim in these public pools, water parks, and rental pools around Lakeland.
Our guide may even make you want to grab your passport and head for our sister cities in Japan or Jamaica.
See willows, oaks, and more grown from those owned by big names right here in one of Lakeland’s public gardens.
Florida Thunderstorm Season runs from May 25-October 10 in West Central Florida. You don’t have to stay inside when rainy days come. Keep exploring Lakeland with these indoor activities.
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