Florida’s coastal charm, diverse ecosystems, and laid-back atmosphere make it an ideal destination for road trips, especially when you’re a Sarasota local eager to explore more of the Sunshine State.

Wildfires prompted the closure of a major road linking the Florida Keys to the mainland several times this week.

Mile markers in the Florida Keys are critical to finding locations in the forty-plus islands. Addresses do exist, but many are hard to see or have been destroye ...