4. Don’t interact with the wildlife
Some Florida travel tips on this list are meant to make your whole experience more enjoyable and beautiful. Other tips, on the other hand, are to keep you safe.
According to the USDA, the Sunshine State is one of the most biodiverse places in the country, so it’s no wonder that locals feel protective over the creatures that reside there.
Tourists may be tempted to touch the manatees or sea turtles, but they shouldn’t. Manatees, marine turtles, and other critters are protected under the Federal Endangered Species Act.
Sarah also recommends not getting too close to wandering gators or sharks. In April 2022, Tampa Bay local news station WTSP reported that encounters between humans and local wildlife can easily turn deadly.
So, make sure you add this one to your list of Florida travel tips.
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