Cases of COVID are on the rise in Florida. As of this writing, over 100,000 people have been infected, and more than 3,000 deaths as a result. Because of this, many are wondering if the state reopened too quickly. Some businesses have even decided to close again voluntarily, including Apple and many bars...
COVID-19 has put a damper on the fun in the sun this year, but with things finally opening back up, it’s time to kick off your flip-flops and take a long-awaited dip in the pool this summer… if you’re willing to risk it. Of course, it’s not simply the pandemic that makes swimming in...
The news has been filled with people protesting in the streets in recent weeks over the murder of George Floyd at the hands of Minnesota police. Perhaps you’ve been inspired to join in the protests. Or maybe you’re still considering it. It’s certainly a bit frightening to go out en masse without understanding...
As everyone who lives in Florida knows, tourists are everywhere. All you have to do is look at the beaches to see for yourself. Even with social distancing measures in place, News 4 in Jacksonville reported that their beaches were swarmed with tourists over the Memorial Day weekend — and they weren’t alone. ...
If you’re planning to take an Uber or other rideshare in Florida anytime soon, then you better make sure you have a face mask handy. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Tampa Bay Times reports that rideshares such as Uber are requiring drivers to wear masks when driving now. In fact, drivers must prove...
Times are tough. If you own a short-term rental in Florida, you know this all too well. Since late March, short-term rentals have been banned by the governor of Florida. Even as the state starts to reopen, STRs are still banned. Hotels, motels, and other public lodging establishments remain open, and many STR...
