Florida’s Hidden Gem – Martin County offers authenticity, beauty and truly great outdoors By Gary McKechnie What fuels my passion as a traveler is simple. When I’m on the road, every day is different. With discoveries to be made, those are the days when routine gives way to anticipation. Exploration is beautiful, and I love...

Located off the coast of Martin and St. Lucie counties, Hutchinson Island is a beautiful barrier island offering an array of coastal sights and sounds. Make sure to stop by these Hutchinson Island hidden gems on your next trip to Martin County. Tiki Bars The Hutchinson Island Marriott Beach Resort and Marina is a gem...

No trip to south Florida is complete with a healthy helping of juicy, fresh-caught shrimp. The following Martin County restaurants serve up some of the best shrimp in all of Florida. Crawdaddy’s N’awlins Grill & Bar Get a taste of New Orleans on the Florida coast at Crawdaddy’s N’awlins Grill & Bar. This Jensen Beach...

The beautiful beach community of Jensen Beach is home to a slew of can’t-miss attractions, restaurants, shops and more.  Jensen Beach Causeway Park Tucked away under the impressive Frank A. Wacha Bridge, Jensen Beach Causeway Park is a spot that locals flock to for boating and angling. Take a visit to this park and you’ll...

Fresh takes on new meaning in Martin County Florida, an  easy-to-get-to-area encompassing the communities of Port Salerno, Stuart, Palm City, Jensen Beach, Indiantown, Jupiter Island, Hobe Sound and Hutchinson Island, offering beautiful beaches and 75+ parks – not to mention the most bio-diverse lagoon ecosystem in the Northern Hemisphere, the St. Lucie Inlet, all within two...

Sea turtle nesting season has arrived in Martin County! From March 1 to October 31, female sea turtles venture on land at night to lay their eggs. Keep reading for information on Martin County’s sea turtle population and how to safely spot them. With some of the most active nesting grounds in Florida, the Hobe...

Martin County is always full of life – but it becomes especially vibrant on Independence Day! Keep reading for our tips on what events to attend and what activities to partake in to make sure your Independence Day is especially patriotic.  Music at the Mansion – 4th of July Event If you want to celebrate...

By: Savannah Warrell Located along Hutchinson Island, Joe’s River Park was founded to reveal the natural beauty of one of the world’s most environmentally diverse lagoons to anyone who visits it. A hotspot for local fishermen and research biologists alike, the Indian River Lagoon surrounds the park, turning it into a time portal where the...

By Ed Killer for Martin County   It’s funny to think a tiny crab no bigger than a silver dollar is a viable live bait option in the vastly huge Atlantic Ocean. But when fishing around Martin County during the month of May, it pays to stop by a local tackle shop on the way...

With a population of only 11,000, the community of Hobe Sound is an under-the-radar destination in South Florida. This coastal community boasts boundless nature, ocean views, miles of beaches, dining of all varieties and so much more – and it’s all just begging to be discovered. Hobe Sound Beach If you’re looking to avoid crowds...

Located in the heart of Flagler Park in historic downtown Stuart, Market on Main is a collaborative, community-based market for local farmers, artists, crafters, bakers, and other artisans. Operated by Stuart Main Street, it’s the perfect place to find quality selections of locally grown fruits and vegetables, herbs, tropical plants, fresh-cut flowers, grass-fed beef, poultry, eggs,...

Raging Bull – By Ed Killer for Martin County The warm currents of the Gulf Stream carry along with it a cornucopia of offshore seafood offerings. The most popular of those offerings, by far, is the fish known as the dolphin. Make no mistake, this “dolphin” is not your friend Flipper, the amiable mammal and...

Looking for the perfect place to spend your final night as a single woman? Look no further than Martin County in south Florida. Whether you’re in search of a relaxing beach vacation, a feast of arts and culture or a wild final night of freedom, Martin County has everything you need to make your bachelorette party legendary....

Martin County, Florida’s 17 beaches have activities for everyone By Kellilynn Hann   Martin County has more than 22 miles of beaches, where you can enjoy everything from surfing and fishing to historic diving sites. So, whether you’re an adventure junkie or need a private spot to enjoy the surf and sand, this guide will...

Kids learn new skills while mom and dad relax in Martin County, Florida New places tend to lend themselves to new experiences—especially in Martin County, Florida. Here, summer camps allow mom and dad a free morning while kids learn about the environment, learn a new skill and just have plain ol’ fun. Once reunited, the...