Despite the holiday's rich history in New Orleans, Louisiana, Mayor Sam Jones of Mobile, Alabama, says the first Mardi Gras celebration in this country actually took place in his city, and most Mobile natives agree.
St. George Island. Located just off North Florida's Gulf Coast, the 28-mile St. George Island is one of the last inhabited yet unspoiled barrier islands in Florida â and it is a serene and pet-friendly vacation paradise.
Merritt Island, FL. Merritt Island is located close to the center of Florida. Merritt Island is part of Brevard County. Merritt Island has 17.51 square miles of land area and 29.67 square miles of water area. As of 2010-2014, the total Merritt Island population is 35,063, which has shrunk 2.85% since 2000.