About Florida Road Trip
Florida Road Trip: Explore the Sunshine State's Rich History and Culture
Embark on a journey through Florida's fascinating cities and towns with Florida Road Trip. Born from the idea of offering viewers insights into their local communities, the show premiered in Sanford, Florida, on October 5, 2017. Originally titled Central Florida Roadtrip, the program expanded its coverage to encompass the entire Sunshine State in 2022. Join us as we take you on a ride through history, introducing you to the most intriguing people and places Florida has to offer.
On The Road - Where We've Been: Explore Our Journey Across Florida
Discover the path traveled by Florida Road Trip as we journey through the Sunshine State's diverse landscapes and communities. Our interactive map showcases the locations we've visited, providing a visual representation of our adventures and the stories we've uncovered along the way. Join us as we navigate Florida's rich tapestry, one destination at a time.
Behind The Scenes Photos
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Behind the scenes peek of Luis Monroy (Senior Producer) and Scott Fais (Host) recording at Veterans Memorial Park Pensacola.
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Judy Bense (University of West Florida president emeritus) talks about the history of Pensacola and her archeology work in the area.
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Inside the Tiffany Chapel located at the Charles Homer Morse Museum of American Art.
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Luis Monroy (Senior Producer) captures Scott Fais (Host) biking the West Orange Trail in downtown Winter Garden.
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The Collection on Palmetto gives visitors an up-close look at antique engines and automobiles.
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Scott Fais (host) on the Rollins College campus.
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John Story speaks to the Florida Road Trip team about the history of the Sebring International Raceway.
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Scott Fais (Host) and Luis Monroy (Senior Producer) set-up the next camera shot while Ben Kassab (Videographer) records additional footage in the background.
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Scott Fais (Host) and Jason Rivera (Black Hammock) on an airboat cruising Lake Jesup in Oviedo.
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Scott Fais (Host) chats with Jarvis Castillo (Owner) while Luis Monroy (Senior Producer) records video of their conversation on the front porch of Maxwell Groves Country Store.
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Paul Entrekin (Veterans Memorial Park Pensacola) shares the history of the park and Wall South which is the first permanent replica (half-size) of the National Vietnam Veterans Memorial.
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Candle making demonstration in the Historic Pensacola Village.
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Sandra Rooks with the Pinellas County African American History Museum speaks to the Florida Road Trip team.
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Scott Fais (Host) takes advantage of a photo op at The Black Hammock.
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Scott Fais (Host) with the Orange County’s first mayor Linda Chapin on the West Orange Trial in Winter Garden.
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Krisula Gause is a lifelong resident of Tarpon Springs and shares some of her family history in Season 10.
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Lara Milligan informs us the importance the Brooker Creek Preserve has on Pinellas County
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Scott Fais tinkers with a vintage carbon arc projector at the Silver Moon Drive-in in Lakeland
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Scott Fais (Host) stands in front of one of the many playgrounds at Bonnet Springs Park. This park was built where the railyard used to be and the train play area honors its roots.
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Behind the scenes look at Florida Road Trip team members Scott Fais (Host) and Luis Monroy (Senior Producer) recording at Stetson University in DeLand.
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Nick Toth creates the old-style sponge diving helmets. A technique he learned from his grandfather and he shared the story with the Florida Road Trip team.
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Scott Fais (Host) in front of a rare Dauntless Dive Bomber at the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola.
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Pedro Reis, Founder of the Circus arts Conservatory - Sarasota, FL
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Javier Castillo (Maxwell Groves Country Store) shares citrus history of Avon Park
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Debbie Komanski (Albin Polasek Museum and Sculpture Gardens) shares Albin Polasek’s Inspirational story
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Behind the Scenes look of the Florida Road Trip team interviewing Eric Crump with the Aerospace Center for Excellence.
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Fairolyn Livingston shares the history of Hannibal Square in Winter Park with the Florida Road Trip team.
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Phyllis Kolianos of the Tarpon Springs Area Historic Society share the history and culture of the community. The museum is located in an old train depot.