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Finding a vacation destination in Florida isn’t exactly the toughest thing to do. Finding one that’s not overrun with tourists and towering condos is a different story. For the perfect mix of small-town charm and rich maritime history, not to mention seriously good food, look no farther than Apalachicola. Here you can while away a lazy afternoon exploring tree-lined streets, upscale art galleries, elegantly restored B&Bs, mouthwatering eateries, and perfectly preserved historic homes.

But Apalachicola Bay is really the star of this town. Producing a bounty of fresh seafood and world-famous succulent oysters (thankfully spared from oil ruin), some of the best redfish fishing around, and spectacular views, the bay reigns as one of the country’s most protected, undeveloped, and ecologically diverse water systems. Before you even finish your first dozen oysters, you'll wonder how the Forgotten Coast was ever forgotten at all. But you’ll be glad you found it.