While world-famous salvage diver Mel Fisher sought fortune beneath Florida’s waters and Ponce de León considered the Fountain of Youth his just reward, the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow for the rest of us may simply be alabaster sands and surf that glitters like diamonds.

However you define bounty you can be sure of one thing. Seek out Florida’s precious jewels this winter and you’re guaranteed to discover—and experience—a ransom without rival.