Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. If you've ever looked at a map of Florida, you might have noticed the state nearly takes away all of Alabama's access to the Gulf.

The Florida Panhandle hides some of the state’s most breathtakingly clear waters in its low-key coastal towns. From Port St. Joe’s tranquil bay to Cape San Blas’ wild dunes, these spots offer a slower ...