Travel and Outdoors

The rest of the country is feeling the effects of Winter Storm Fern, but Central Florida won’t get off that easily. Stay up to date — and warm — with Lakeland’s top winter weather stories.
No cash? No problem. Whether you are spending a day or a lifetime in Lakeland, these are some of the best offerings that won’t break the bank.
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.
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The only thing better than a summer trip in Europe? Nonstop flights to get you there hassle-free.
Branch out to learn about Lakeland’s flowering and fruit trees with a GPS-enabled tour of the 56,000 trees in the city’s Urban Forest.
From volunteer opportunities to special events, here’s how you can celebrate the planet around Swan City.
If it’s your first time visiting this award-winning Lakeland attraction, allow us to create your perfect park day.
With forecasters predicting more activity than normal in the Atlantic this year, here’s how you can start preparing for hurricane season in Lakeland.
Take our word for it — these are the activities, exhibits, and stops we wouldn’t miss at Florida’s largest aerospace expo.
Alligator mating season in Florida runs from April through June — here’s how you to keep yourself + our scaly friends safe.
Use this online resource to check water health, water levels, upcoming events, and more.
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The Lakeland Margarita Society hosts the Margarita Ball every November to raise money to provide Christmas gifts for local children.
Whether you’re an annual customer or looking for the first time, check out these pies you can bring to Thanksgiving made fresh by local bakers.
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When times are tough, Lakelanders join together to help neighbors in need. Here’s how you can help local food banks and food distribution programs through donations and volunteer work.
Help the Community Redevelopment Agency update the plans for its three core areas by sharing your feedback.
Be a tourist in your own town. Get out and try these 11 fantastic tours of Lakeland and beyond to learn something new.
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Does your neighborhood go all out with decorations? Is it known as the street for full-size candy bars? Add it to our map of trick-or-treat destinations.
This new arts hub will open on Saturday, Nov. 1 with an art-themed kickoff celebration.
Learn to arrange beautiful bouquets with the help of the expert florists at Bloom Shakalaka.