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Started as a campaign to encourage women to schedule mammograms, National Breast Cancer Awareness Month has been celebrated every October since 1985. Today, it’s grown into a global opportunity to move from awareness into action. It’s more than just wearing a pink ribbon; National Breast Cancer Awareness Month is our chance to join in community activities to educate people about preventative measures and honor those we’ve lost to the disease.

While leaves may not change here as they do in the North, there’s still a lot to “fall” for in Florida this autumn! From colorful beachfront sunsets to local festivals, the Sunshine State has its own unique fall traditions for you to experience. The weather is still warm, and the summer crowds are so last season, making it a great place to visit. With vacation rental properties in Tampa Bay and Hallandale Beach, Kong Vacation Homes is your home away from home during your fall getaway and your guide for seasonal activities! Here are 10 of our favorite things to do in Florida in the fall:

When you are considering a vacation home, what are your must-have amenities? Kong Vacation Homes, a vacation home rental agency with properties in Tampa Bay and Hallandale Beach, Florida, has the amenities you need to feel at home! Here’s our top ten list of must-have amenities for vacation rental homes:

July is National Parks and Recreation Month, and it’s a great time to add a visit to one of Florida’s many freshwater springs to your vacation itinerary! Ranging from the smallest trickle of water from the Floridan Aquifer to major tourist attractions, Florida has more natural springs than any other state. While many of these springs are located on private property, 21 are preserved and protected at state parks. Most of the springs are located in central and northern Florida – just a day trip from one of Kong Vacation Homes’ Tampa Bay properties – and all are known for their sparkling beauty! Here’s a list of the seven closest springs to visit:

The 2021 Atlantic hurricane season just started, and storms are already brewing! But should that stop your travel plans to the (mostly) Sunshine State? No way! It just takes a little preparation and planning to prevent a hurricane from blowing your vacation off course.

With COVID-19 restrictions loosening and travel rebounding, more and more people are making summer vacation plans! Instead of hotel stays, an increasing number of families are looking for rental homes for their summer getaways. The benefits of added safety, security, and serenity for travelers are just a few of the reasons why vacation home rentals are trending for the 2021 summer season! At Kong Vacation Homes, we manage single-family rental homes in Tampa Bay and Hallandale Beach, Florida, and they are booking up fast. Here are some things to consider as you prepare for your long-awaited summer break: