Swim with manatees in Kings Bay
It’s not only tourists who are drawn to the soothing warmth of Florida. Each winter, more than 400 manatees escape the chilly waters of the Gulf of Mexico to head to the Crystal River, where the water temperature in Kings Bay remains a comforting 72F (22C) year-round. As manatees are most active in the morning, it’s well worth setting the alarm for an early dip, as swimming with these gentle giants is a major bucket-list moment.