Jumbolair – Some people dream of owning an estate. Others dream of owning an airplane. And some - not many - dream of owning an estate that can accommodate that airplane. New Florida drops in on Jumbolair, a luxury aviation community being developed in Ocala, Florida.

Healthy House – We work hard to keep our bodies healthy, but what about our homes? Mold, mildew and dust mites are obvious indoor irritants, but should toxins in paint, carpeting and furniture also be a cause for concern? New Florida looks for answers with Bernadette Upton, an interior designer who specializes in “beautiful but breathable” décor.

Glass Fusion Artist – Fort Lauderdale artist Jane Lambert combines neon and fused glass in luminous wall sculptures and funky “art objects." Among her work: a charismatic collection of wide-eyed, wild-haired faces crafted from copper wire and bright shards of broken glass. New Florida visits Jane’s studio to watch her cut, shape & fuse glass into fine art.

Civil War Natural Bridge – In the final days of the Civil War, a rag-tag Confederate militia of young boys and old men managed to hold back experienced Union troops in what came to be known as the “Battle of Natural Bridge.” Now, Civil War buffs reenact that celebrated battle every year, and New Florida goes behind the scenes.
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Orchid Society – Think of flowers from Florida, and orchids must surely come to mind. Given that these singular blooms have an almost sculptural beauty, a garden full of them would surely be stunning. But don’t take our word for it – see it for yourself as New Florida tours the grounds of the American Orchid Society in Delray Beach.

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