Written By // Illustration By Dina Ruzha The waves roll ashore onSt. George Island. Photo by Roberto Gonzalez. THEY ARE PLACES WHERE YOU TASTE SALT IN THE AIR BEFORE YOU SEE THE GULF OR ATLANTIC.

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It's time to book your next laid-back beach getaway.

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These Florida islands feel like a true escape, but you can drive right to them with no ferry needed, making every trip easy and unforgettable.

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