Category: Discover Florida

5 Reasons Saint Augustine Needs to be on Your Family’s Travel Bucket List

Saint Augustine light house

When I was five years old my family visited Saint Augustine.  Although that was more than 30 years ago, it left a huge impression on me as a child.  I remember being in awe at the huge forts, the beaches and the Alligators.  I’ve since wanted to visit Florida’s Historic Coast again and bring my kids to …

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Summer Fun At the Hyatt Regency Orlando

Hyatt Regency Orlando

Located at the heart of Orlando’s International Drive the Hyatt Regency Orlando is close to Sea World and Aquatica and to countless restaurants and other attractions.  While the location is ideal it’s the service and amenities that really set this Orlando hotel apart.  From the moment we walked in we where greeted by friendly staff and …

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5 Awesome New Things To Do In Orlando This Summer

Orlando Eye

I had the opportunity recently to attend a press trip in Orlando where I got to take a sneak peak at many of the new and exciting things to do in Orlando for this summer. I-Drive 360 In the heart of Orlando’s tourism corridor, I-Drive 360 is a new entertainment complex and home of The …

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New Legoland Resort To Open On May 15th

LEGO® fans visiting Legoland will now have a wonderful option when it comes to accommodations! We love LEGOLAND®, it’s my son’s favorite theme park and now there is an equally awesome place to stay when visiting this LEGO lover’s paradise. On May 15th the first LEGOLAND Hotel on the East Coast will celebrate it’s grand opening. The Hotel is …

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The Everglades Wonder Gardens: Rediscovering A Historic Southwest Florida Roadside Attraction

Discovering the real natural Florida at the Everglades Wonder Gardens

Everglades Wonder Gardens is one of the few survivors of Florida’s  Golden Age of roadside attractions, these tourist stops where part of the folk character of Tamiami Trail and an important part of Southwest Florida History.  Now tucked away on the historic part of Bonita Springs on Old US 41, the Everglades Wonder Gardens was …

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Where to Stay in Saint Augustine

Hilton St Augustine Historic Bayfront

Filled with hundreds of years of history St Augustine is considered to be the first city in the USA.  My family and I visited recently and where truly blown away with it’s beauty and the countless places to visit and things to do there for everyone in the family.  The most important thing when choosing …

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Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress: Finding The Best Hotel for Families in Orlando

Hyatt Regency Grand Cypress Hotel Orlando

I travel to Orlando a lot to go to the parks with the family and to attend media events or conferences and even though we have stayed in a wide variety of hotels we had yet to find a hotel that had something for everyone, until now.  After much research and countless hours reading reviews …

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Exploring the Natural Beauty of the St Johns River

barred owl

The St. Johns River is the longest river in Florida, spaning 310 miles it winds it’s way through twelve counties.  Often described as “lazy” the St Johns river has a flow rate of only 0.3 mph. Brimming with wildlife and natural beauty there is no better way to discover it’s secrets than traveling along this …

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DeLand : Small Town Charm in Central Florida

DeLand Florida main street

Recently voted as one of the 10 Best Main Streets in America,  DeLand Florida is a picturesque tree-lined town with lots of history and old Florida charm.  The city was founded in 1876, and was named for its founder, Henry Addison DeLand. This quaint town boasts museums, antique shops and is home to Stetson University.  As …

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Get Away From It All and Discover the Real Florida in West Volusia

Blue Springs Park Florida tubing in natural lazy river

Just a few minutes away from Orlando and Daytona Beach West Volusia County is the perfect place to get away from the hustle and bustle and discover what natural Florida has to offer.  There are lots of things to do for families from swimming in it’s natural freshwater springs and getting up close and personal …

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