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Jacksonville is great, but don't just take our word for it. Here's what writers are saying about Jax.
2026
MAY
Othello’s Father-Daughter Duo Brings a Taste of the Mediterranean to Jacksonville – Flamingo Magazine
I’ve Lived in Florida for 35 Years—These Are My Favorite Affordable Beach Vacation Destinations… – Travel & Leisure
5 U.S. Cities That Celebrate Pride Beyond June (and Why It Matters) - Go Mag
Jacksonville, Florida: Where to Eat, Stay, and Play – Modern South
I’ve Lived in Florida for 25 Years and This Is Its Most Charming Beach Town—and It Has Few Crowds… – Travel & Leisure
11 Secret Florida Beaches Locals Love and Tourists Haven’t Ruined Yet – Fodor's Travel
APRIL
America's Absolute Best Pickle and Fermentation Shops (The Pickle Factory) – Food & Wine
The Best Restaurants in Jacksonville - Infatuation
The Black Girl's Guide To Travel: Autism-Friendly Destinations & Attractions For Families - Essence
12 Hidden Seafood Spots in Florida Serving Amazing Dishes (Safe Harbor Seafood, Singleton's Seafood and Dockside Seafood) – Fast Food Club
MARCH
12 Florida Fish Taco Places That Taste Like Vacation In One Bite (TacoLu) - Fast Food Club
Norman Studios and Jacksonville's long-lost legacy as 'Winter Film Capital of the World' - Good Grit
I Asked 10 Pro Bakers for the Worst Store-Bought Baking Product-Here's the One Item That's a Big No-No (Natasha Burton) – All Recipes
Beyond the Parks: Chill Out in Jacksonville – Selling Travel (UK)
Activities to check out in Jacksonville – FOX 13 Tampa Bay
Postcard from Jacksonville, Florida – Whitehot Magazine
FEBRUARY
The Most Exciting Hotel Openings This Winter for Skiers, Sun-Bathers, and Antique Hunters (Dune House Hotel & Spa) – Conde Nast Traveler
5 Florida Grocery Stores Visitors Actually Plan Trips Around (The Pickle Factory) – Southern Living
These Florida Beach Towns Are Perfect for Spring Break – Beach
8 US cities to visit that offer spectacular value for money - Olive
11 best spring break destinations in the US – The Points Guy
U.S. Civil Rights Trail Adds 6 New Southern Sites, Including Loving Case Courthouse and Nashville Museums - Afar
JANUARY
Why you must include a whirlwind trip to Jacksonville while in Florida - The Travel Magazine
Destinations, Accommodations and Tour Companies That Shine for Travelers With Disabilities - TravelPulse
The Non-Drinker's Guide to Boozy Destinations - Next Avenue
13 Most Affordable Places to Travel for Spring Break in the U.S. and Mexico This Year - Travel & Leisure
2025
DECEMBER
Yelp Just Released the Top 100 Ramen Spots in America for 2025 – Food & Wine
12 Places to See Holiday Lights in Florida – Flamingo
NOVEMBER
Enjoy the Best of City and Beach in Jacksonville – The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Sounds Of The South: Destinations with deep musical roots bring an authentic tempo to meetings and … - ConventionSouth
Here Are the Best Restaurants in Jacksonville, 2025 – Eater Miami
The Black Girl's Guide To Travel: Budget-Friendly Solo Adventures - Essence
Jacksonville's Island Beach Has Surfing And Car Camping Right On Soft Florida Sand - Islands
12 Florida Food & Heritage Trails Worth Traveling For - StyleBlueprint
My seven-day motorcycle road trip along Florida’s east coast - The Times UK
OCTOBER
Fun and Games in Florida's Biggest City – Metro UK
10 Best Surf Spots in Florida—From Hidden Breaks to Iconic Beaches – Beach
Why Florida Theatre Is Jacksonville’s Must-Visit Entertainment Landmark – Food Wine Travel Magazine
Get Outside on These Invigorating Bicycle Tours (page 14) – Group Travel Magazine
Que Hacer en Jacksonville en 3 Días - Traveleira
SEPTEMBER
Ironman Announces New Event in Jacksonville – Sports Travel Magazine
Jacksonville: Perfect add-on for a Florida road trip – TravelMole (UK)
5 lesser-known U.S. road trips that bring the scenery—but not the congestion - National Geographic
30 Best Things to do in Florida - TimeOut
Life in The Gay Lane – September 2025 – The Gay Lane
Basketball tournaments to fill courts in Jacksonville – Jacksonville Daily Record
AUGUST
America's Most Iconic Pie Shops From Baltimore to Brooklyn (featuring Mixed Fillings Pie Shop) - Food & Wine
This Unique Florida Shoreline Is A Photographer’s Dream—And A Local Secret – Southern Living
Fly to the Flip Side of Florida: Jacksonville – Where Y'At
G&G’s Hot List: 30 New Restaurants to Try Now (featuring Abstrakt Filipino Essence) – Garden & Gun
Best bars in Florida? 11 road trip-worthy spots for unforgettable drinks and good times (featuring Hardwicks) – Naples Daily News
Hit the Trails — Food Trails, That Is! - Southern Hospitality Magazine
Discover northeast Florida with this 8-day itinerary – Lonely Planet
JULY
Who said that? Florida's quote or the day - Florida Trend
2025 road trip trends that are changing how America travels (Rex mention) - TimeOut
Nine of the US’s most epic beaches revealed, from flour-soft sand in Florida to castaway havens in California – Independent UK
Florida’s 14 Gorgeous Coasts Each Have Something Unique To Offer—Here’s Our Ultimate Guide – Southern Living
Florida's Secret Little State Park Is A Pristine Barrier Island With Vast Beaches And Incredible Trails - Islands
Airports That Wow With Art, Culture and Museums - TravelPulse
JUNE
The Black Girl's Guide To Travel: Why Micro Trips Are The Trend To Try This Summer - Essence
Where To Find The Best Biscuits In The South, According To Southern Chefs – Southern Living
Florida’s Taco Revolution – Flamingo
16 Retro-Cool Motels for Summer Road Trips – TravelPulse
Gay Summer Getaway: Jacksonville, Florida – Pride Journeys
The Best of Neptune Beach: A Florida Retreat Full of Charm and Color – atHome Upstate
Florida: For Supreme Events, the Sunshine State Has It All – Corporate and Incentive Travel
5 Fun and Accessible Campgrounds for Older Adults with Mobility Challenges – AARP
MAY
6 Perfect Beaches in Florida to Learn How to Surf This Summer – Travel Awaits
Top Fun Things to Do in Jacksonville: Explore Florida’s Flip Side – Chicago Swirl Couple
How to Spend a Long Weekend in Jacksonville – Jen 33 Travel
A Complete Guide to Boating the St. Johns River – Scho and Jo
Riding the Wave of Popularity – Sports Destination Management
APRIL
48 Hours in Jacksonville - AAA
How to Spend a Day in Jacksonville's Beaches – WorldAtlas.com
Ruby Beach Brewing crowned favorite on Jax Ale Trail by fan vote – Jacksonville Business Journal
Every State's Best April 2025 Events - TravelPulse
MARCH
Stronger Together: The CVB-Planner Connection - ConventionSouth
How to Add Personality to Corporate Events - ConventionSouth
Spring Break Getaways – WTSP Tampa Bay
Want to escape the spring break crowds? 10 best secluded quiet beaches in Florida (includes Atlantic Beach) - The Palm Beach Post
Atlantic Sun Conference to move basketball championships to Jacksonville in 2026 – Jacksonville Daily Record
FEBRUARY
Skip the Crowds: The Best Places in Florida to Visit Next – Afar
This Northern Florida City Is Home To A Thriving Craft Beer Scene – Forbes
Visit Jacksonville – the Flip Side of Florida (page 30) - North Hills Magazine
8 Ways to Spend Your Jacksonville Vacation – Traveling Black Widow
What’s New in Florida in 2025 - TravelPulse
Hidden Black History Highlighted on Explore Jax Core Tour – World Footprints
JANUARY
Coffee Shops, Ale Trails and Shrimp Tails: A Tasty Trip to Jacksonville, Florida – Go World Travel
The Best Donuts in America—Here's Where to Find Them – Eat This, Not That!
These Are 2025’s Trending Destinations, According to Airbnb – Conde Nast Traveler
A celebrated cookbook author savors simple pleasures in Jacksonville – Atlanta Magazine
Discover Jacksonville, Florida: A Guide to Art, Parks, Food, and Coastal Adventures – Texas Lifestyle Magazine
2024
DECEMBER
Cats Gonna Cat at Florida's Catty Shack Ranch – What's Pawsitive
On the Farm with Congaree & Penn – Flamingo Magazine
Going to the Gator Bowl? Where to go, what to eat on vacation in Jacksonville, Florida – Clarion Ledger
GUIDE: Jacksonville, Florida Uncovered - Trip Jaunt
NOVEMBER
Where to Eat on Game Day in Jacksonville, Florida – Food & Wine
I Asked 5 Pro Bakers How to Make the Flakiest Pie Crust, and Here’s the Key to Getting It Right (includes Chef Natasha Burton) – All Recipes
Check out these 5 food trails worth the road trip or quick flight from Charlotte (includes all foodie trails) – Charlotte Observer
Jacksonville, Florida: A Legacy of Resilience and Entrepreneurship - SoulCiti
OCTOBER
The best candy stores in the U.S. - TimeOut
7 Florida Fall Traditions You Won't Find Anywhere Else – Southern Living
NCAA awards Jacksonville national hosting rights: Which sports are coming to Jax? - Florida Times-Union
Florida's LGBTQ-Friendly Spots Unite to Spread Welcoming Message – TravelNoire
10 Bucket List Bridges to Travel - TravelPulse
SEPTEMBER
Fall travel: Culinary adventures beckon visitors to these 11 destinations – The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
Every State's Best September Events in 2024 – TravelPulse
Notes from the Road: Jacksonville – Smart Meetings
The 10 Best Bass Lakes in America, According to an IGFA World Record Holder – Field & Stream
AUGUST
Where to explore Gullah Geechee culture in the Southeastern US - Lonely Planet
Discover Black History and Empower Black Communities in These Destinations This National Black Business Month - Travel Pulse
What are the best restaurants for French fries? Our favorites from across Florida - Herald-Tribune
Best beaches near Orlando - Orlando on the Cheap
JULY
This Is Where Miami’s Best Chefs Go on Vacation in Florida - Thrillist
24 Affordable US Travel Destinations for 2024 - TravelPulse
8 Under-The-Radar Southern Cities To Visit This Summer - Southern Living
10 Affordable Road Trip Destinations in the U.S. - Travel & Leisure
JUNE
Actually, This Is NOT the Worst Destination of the Summer - Fodor's Travel
24 Cities Where Juneteenth Celebrations are Happening This Month - Travel Noire
6 Convention Centers in North America with Fascinating Histories - BizBash
Jacksonville’s Summer Fun: A drive down the Shrimp Trail - Eat It and Like It
MAY
Flo-ridin’: The Best Florida Road Trips - Paste Magazine
Why This Florida City Is Investing in Sports Tourism - BizBash
Rediscovering the World: A Guide to Smart and Splendid Summer Travels - Lavender Magazine
Every State's Best May Events - TravelPulse
Start Your Day on the New Jax Coffee & Donuts Trail - Pride Journeys
APRIL
Jax Ale Trail - San Diego Beer News
Escape the Atlanta Heat at These Beautiful Nearby Beaches - Thrillist
16 Florida Gardens You Can Visit for Endless Landscape Inspiration - Veranda
28 Unique Venues at Florida Hotels You Must Know About - Meetings Today
MARCH
This Florida Destination Is Called the 'Bold New City of the South' — and It's Perfect for Retirees, Digital Nomads, and Vacationers – Travel & Leisure
A Solo Traveler’s Guide To Jacksonville, Florida: Where To Eat, Drink, Sleep, And Surf - UPROXX
Visit 1970s New York City—Via Jacksonville – Forbes
Affordable Spring Destinations with Travel Expert Jennifer Broome – KDVR Denver
This San Antonio travel blogger shares her top picks for spring break – KSAT San Antonio
25 of the flattest marathons and half marathons in the US (includes DONNA Marathon)– USA TODAY
The Best Festivals in Jacksonville Include Live Music on Local Porches – Weekand
FEBRUARY
EV Road Trip Guide: Honoring Black History Month – AAA Living
Top Reasons to Visit Jacksonville, Florida – Beyond BMore
The 21 Best Weekend Getaways in Florida – Conde Nast Traveler
The 11 Essential Jacksonville Restaurants, 2024 – Eater Miami
Why Atlantic Beach Is One Floridian’s Favorite Secret Hideaway – Garden & Gun
The Best Museums in Jacksonville Give Miami a Run For Its Money – Weekand
JANUARY
20 Best Things To Do In Jacksonville, Florida – Southern Living
7 Impactful Ways to Celebrate Black History in Jacksonville, Florida – My Cornacopia
Florida’s Charming Small Towns You Don’t Know – Flamingo Magazine
Podcast: Where tourism is going in Northeast Florida — and around the state – Jacksonville Business Journal
