Meet the Visit Jacksonville Insiders

See Jacksonville through the eyes of a local! From hidden gems to must-see spots, get the inside scoop on everything to see, do and snack on from the people who know it best.

Katrice Shorter

Hi, I’m Trice, a Jacksonville Blogger/Influencer who loves all things fashion, food, and travel!

Yanira Cardona

Hola! My name is Yanira Cardona (Ja-Knee-Rah) but I go by Yaya. I'm proudly from Puerto Rico but Duval has been my home since 2004.

Hi there! My name is Dea (Day-ah) and my family immigrated from Albania to the United States when I was 8 years old. We won the Visa lottery and the only people that we knew in the entire country were in Jacksonville, FL!

Sara Gaver

Jacksonville stole my heart. I came to Jacksonville in 2012 to pursue a college degree at the University of North Florida and I’ve never looked back.

MaryAnne Rodriguez

Hi, I’m MaryAnne Rodriguez — Midwest raised, now a Florida girl through and through. I’m a two-time local business owner, wife, and busy mama of 3 who tries to balance family life with big dreams!

Jessica Littlefield

Hi! I’m Jessica Littlefield and a Jacksonville native, born and raised. I’m a local content creator, salon owner of Luna Shears Salon & Suites in San Marco, and your go-to gal for all things Jax! 🌴

Nat and London Arevalo

Hi, we’re Nat and London, Jacksonville-based content creators who love to travel with our kids, learning and exploring along the way.

Mafor Mombo

Hi! I’m a Jacksonville native with family roots in Cameroon. I love discovering what makes Duval special, with hidden gems ranging from locally owned restaurants to new experiences.