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Are we losing our island paradise? – An opinion
By Gerald DeckerJune 22, 2022
There is that danger for many, as local property taxes continue to rise year after year, creating a real financial burden for many residents, with some even forced to relocate. Paying for the wear and tear…
Conflicted neighbors put up ridiculously petty signs in fight over Airbnb rental
HERE are the ridiculously mean signs erected by landlords in front of a property in a fight over an Airbnb rental.
The viral photo, taken from the driveway leading to the property in Austin, Texas, shows two professionally printed signs.…
Bike vs. Edwards in West Knox School Board race
District 4 school board candidate Katherine "Kat" Bike may have a tenth of the campaign prize pool her opponent has amassed, but she's betting on battling the lack of money with what appears to be a reservoir bottomless energy.Don't…
Estate agents advise clients to protect homes after house party viral video surfaces
Wild party held at $8million house, authorities say A social media video shows a wild party at an $8 million beach house in Florida. Deputies say the teenagers broke in, chaos ensued and they are actively looking for each one of them.…
Bear hides tree after raiding Florida sheriff’s office
A hungry black bear was caught prowling the grounds of a Florida police department.The incident happened Monday night in Stuart at the Martin County Sheriff's Office. The furry intruder entered the grounds of the sheriff's office before…
Tourism set to peak again at Pensacola Beach despite rising costs
While 2020 was historically the year when everyone was stuck at home2021 has arrived quickly as a banner year for Pensacola tourism.It was wondered if that momentum would continue into 2022 once people got over their initial turmoil to…
Local gun owner says gun violence is killing America | Columnists
I own a gun. It's a pistol: a .357 magnum 5-shot revolver. It hurts to shoot unless I'm using .38 caliber…
Gas Prices, Inflation Forcing Many to Change or Abandon Summer Travel Plans
JACKSONVILLE, Florida. – Rising gas prices and inflation are forcing many people to change their summer travel plans.Michelle Roden, from Alabama, said her family usually enjoys a few trips to Florida beaches each summer, but will have to…
The Lakeland commissioners won’t meddle in this at this time.
LAKELAND — Lakeland officials have decided to take a wait-and-see approach when it comes to addressing short-term rental issues in the city. City commissioners have been asked to consider creating regulations to curb the proliferation of…
The $800,000 home in downtown Pensacola offers modern charm and privacy
This three-bedroom, three-bath home is located just steps from the heart of downtown Pensacola, allowing you to be in the middle of the action and get home in no time. The residence offers old world charm, modern amenities and is excellent…
Florida court clarifies AAA rules and arbitration in Airbnb case
When a litigant seeks to compel arbitration under the Federal Arbitration Act (“FAA”), two issues must be resolved: (1) whether there is an agreement to arbitrate; and, if so, (2) whether the dispute at issue falls within the…
How to spot a hidden camera in your vacation rental
WINTER GARDEN, Fla. — If you're booking an Airbnb or hotel stay this summer, you might feel safer knowing there aren't hidden cameras watching your every move — if you know what to pay attention to.From alarm clocks to phone chargers and…
Single-family zoning under threat in Gainesville
As surprising as it may seem, please note that the Gainesville City Commission may be on the verge of eliminating single family zoning throughout Gainesville. As longtime resident owners of Gainesville, we have just become aware of this…
Spend the night on a floating houseboat in Florida
Overnight accommodations in Florida can range from your standard stay in a motel or hotel room to a most memorable getaway. This designer…
Airbnb guest warns public after alleged discovery
A woman took Twitter to warn the public after worrying that there might be hidden cameras in his Airbnb.Twitter user @foxytaughtyou shared the following thread to document his experience at an Airbnb in Philadelphia. She claims the Airbnb…
Real estate investors see opportunity, despite inflation and uncertainty
So, while prices are rising in many areas, there are still great investment opportunities in the industry.Effi Benmelechprofessor of finance and real estate at the Kellogg School, recently joined Kimberly Adams, managing director of JP…
Woman’s horror after discovering ’10 creepy hidden cameras’ in Airbnb
A woman has issued a warning after she allegedly found 10 creepy spy cameras hidden around a rental property she had booked on Airbnb. The traveler shared her "scary ordeal" after realizing there were cameras "hidden all over the…
Chase Sapphire Reserve New 60,000 Point Welcome Bonus
Select's editorial team works independently to review financial products and write articles that we think our readers will find useful. We earn commission from affiliate partners on many offers, but not all offers on Select are from…
Higher fares could put a damper on Florida tourism
Hotel room rates, driven by demand over the past year, could now hamper tourism amid rising…
7 Fandom-Themed Airbnbs for a Summer Getaway > Fandom Spotlite
Summer is here ! When you need a vacation, sometimes you like to explore new places or get away to somewhere far, far away. What better way to get lost in nostalgia or experience your favorite movies and TV shows in real life! Here…
West Florida Baptist Academy athlete fights for his life in Gainesville
Haylee Richardson is enduring the toughest battle of her life this offseason.Helping West Florida Baptist Academy in the Panhandle Conference women's basketball championship last winter, the soon-to-be junior has been battling overlapping…
These 5 Florida State Park Cabins Offer a Unique Getaway
When you want to spend a weekend in nature in Florida but don't want to have to ruin yourself with Airbnbs and fancy hotels, the next best…
Alachua City to Host Local Government Day Services
Alachua City Press Release
On Thursday, June 16, residents will be able to access the Alachua County Supervisor of Elections, Tax Collector, Property Appraiser, and Florida Fish and Wildlife Services at City Hall from the…
Capital Pride Parade: Thousands turn out for DC celebration
Placeholder while loading article actionsIn a week this city has viscerally remembered the nation's traumas, with March for Our Lives on the National Mall and insurrection hearings on Capitol Hill, DC's Capital Pride Parade on Saturday was…
Rental Cars, Flights, Hotels: The Impact of Holiday Inflation on Travelers
Tatiana White's high school graduation brought a family from Georgia, Maryland and Connecticut to Daytona Beach, Florida. But holiday inflation makes them spend more on just about everything.
For Evelize Cruz, her trip from Hartford to…
Travelers should expect to see price increases in nearly every area of travel, expert says
Tatiana White's high school graduation brought a family from Georgia, Maryland and Connecticut to Daytona Beach, Florida. But holiday inflation makes them spend more on just about everything. For Evelize Cruz, her trip from…
9 Airbnb Wedding Venues That Will Make You Say “I Do”
Traditionally, weddings have been reserved for churches and day-limited rental grounds. The emergence of Airbnb has thrown another spanner in the work of celebrating the destination.
Today's couples are redefining the institution of…
New Bedford Fire Department gets two new fire trucks
Two new fire apparatus are under construction and will replace New Bedford's aging 1 scale and 8 engine, which were destined for mothballs not too long ago.Scale 1 is stationed in downtown New Bedford while Engine 8 is housed on Acushnet…
Carbon Footprint Management Market Research Report 2022 – Global Forecast to 2027 –…
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Best Dog-Friendly Beachfront Vacation Rentals in the U.S.
We independently source all of the awesome products and experiences we feature on Thrillist. If you purchase or book from links on our site, we may receive an affiliate commission, which in turn supports our work.Like many dog parents, I…