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Listen "Living in Florida: What's it REALLY Like? (Cost of Living, Weather, Traffic, Alligators, Perks)"
Episode Synopsis
What is it really like to live in the state of Florida? This episode is focused on the perks and reality of the Sunshine State.
If you don't live here or have never visited, it's easy to create your own version of Florida and I get all sorts of questions.
WHAT'S THE DEAL WITH ALLIGATORS?
Alligators are a big part of our world here in Florida, and they've been here for a lot longer than us people have. For the most part, they stay away from humans. Alligators migrate, so a pond or lake without any could get a gator a few months down the line. Alligators only become a problem when they lose their fear of humans, which can happen if they are being fed.
https://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/wildlife/alligator/
WHAT'S IT LIKE LIVING SO CLOSE TO BEACHES?
Sandy... It's really sandy.
I fully understand that beaches are a big reason people move here. They are so beautiful and there's nothing better than watching a sunset while sitting in the sand. The West Coast of Florida has some of the best!
HOW'S THE TRAFFIC?
Just like all major cities, we have traffic headaches, mostly during rush hours.
If there's a wreck on a major highway like I-75 or I-275, it can cause significant delays. We see a spike in vehicles on the road during peak tourist season: January through March. Beaches get very crowded and I-4 to Walt Disney World can see a lot of activity.
https://www.fdot.gov/statistics/trafficdata/
DISCOUNTS ON AMUSEMENT PARKS?
Yes! Florida residents can purchase discounted tickets and annual passes to your favorite amusement parks.
https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/special-offers/resident-stay-rooms/details/
https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/tickets-packages/park-tickets/flr/index.html
https://www.legoland.com/florida/buy-tickets/tickets/
FLORIDA'S COST OF LIVING
That really depends on what you're used to. If you're coming from the northeast or California, then no, it isn't expensive to live in Florida.
But compared to other southern states, Florida can be more expensive.
WHAT ABOUT THE WEATHER???
Weather is a major concern for new residents and it should be. Hurricanes are a possibility and we do have days with intense storms and flooding.
Yes, it's hot and humid lasting well into the fall months, but this is a tropical climate and that's normal. Makes for some bad hair days, but also keeps your skin and eyes from drying out.
Melanie is a Tampa Bay area Realtor with Smith & Associates. She loves Tampa Bay area area, houses, and helping clients buy and sell real estate. melanielovestampabay.com Email: [email protected] Call/text me if you are looking to buy / sell a home in the Tampa Bay area! 813.368.6084
DISCLAIMER: All content provided on melanielovestampabay.com and the Melanie Loves Tampa Bay YouTube channel/social media platforms is for informational/entertainment purposes only. The owner of Melanie Loves Tampa Bay makes no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any information on this site. Information provided is subject to change.
If you don't live here or have never visited, it's easy to create your own version of Florida and I get all sorts of questions.
WHAT'S THE DEAL WITH ALLIGATORS?
Alligators are a big part of our world here in Florida, and they've been here for a lot longer than us people have. For the most part, they stay away from humans. Alligators migrate, so a pond or lake without any could get a gator a few months down the line. Alligators only become a problem when they lose their fear of humans, which can happen if they are being fed.
https://myfwc.com/wildlifehabitats/wildlife/alligator/
WHAT'S IT LIKE LIVING SO CLOSE TO BEACHES?
Sandy... It's really sandy.
I fully understand that beaches are a big reason people move here. They are so beautiful and there's nothing better than watching a sunset while sitting in the sand. The West Coast of Florida has some of the best!
HOW'S THE TRAFFIC?
Just like all major cities, we have traffic headaches, mostly during rush hours.
If there's a wreck on a major highway like I-75 or I-275, it can cause significant delays. We see a spike in vehicles on the road during peak tourist season: January through March. Beaches get very crowded and I-4 to Walt Disney World can see a lot of activity.
https://www.fdot.gov/statistics/trafficdata/
DISCOUNTS ON AMUSEMENT PARKS?
Yes! Florida residents can purchase discounted tickets and annual passes to your favorite amusement parks.
https://disneyworld.disney.go.com/special-offers/resident-stay-rooms/details/
https://www.universalorlando.com/web/en/us/tickets-packages/park-tickets/flr/index.html
https://www.legoland.com/florida/buy-tickets/tickets/
FLORIDA'S COST OF LIVING
That really depends on what you're used to. If you're coming from the northeast or California, then no, it isn't expensive to live in Florida.
But compared to other southern states, Florida can be more expensive.
WHAT ABOUT THE WEATHER???
Weather is a major concern for new residents and it should be. Hurricanes are a possibility and we do have days with intense storms and flooding.
Yes, it's hot and humid lasting well into the fall months, but this is a tropical climate and that's normal. Makes for some bad hair days, but also keeps your skin and eyes from drying out.
Melanie is a Tampa Bay area Realtor with Smith & Associates. She loves Tampa Bay area area, houses, and helping clients buy and sell real estate. melanielovestampabay.com Email: [email protected] Call/text me if you are looking to buy / sell a home in the Tampa Bay area! 813.368.6084
DISCLAIMER: All content provided on melanielovestampabay.com and the Melanie Loves Tampa Bay YouTube channel/social media platforms is for informational/entertainment purposes only. The owner of Melanie Loves Tampa Bay makes no representations as to the accuracy or completeness of any information on this site. Information provided is subject to change.
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