As 2013 nears its end, it is time to continue my countdown of my favorite moments of ThisFloridaLife in 2013. While the goal of ThisFloridaLife is to share my love of my homestate, it is only natural that the majority of my posts are about Orlando and her marvelous theme parks, I am a Native… Continue reading ThisFloridaLife Top 3 of 2013: The Theme Parks
That time of year has come, the end of the year in fact. 2013 was quite a year here at ThisFloridaLife. In case you missed any of the greatest moments I am counting down my Top 3 Posts over the next three days. Since much of the country is in the throws of Winter, let's… Continue reading ThisFloridaLife Top 3 of 2013: The Beach
It's time to "pop" the question, what are you doing New Year's Eve? If you don't have your plans made already now is your last chance to get in on Orlando's most fun ways to ring in the New Year. From partying high above the Orlando skyline to taking a cruise along Central Florida's most… Continue reading Nine Unique Ways to Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Orlando
Over the past few months I have combed over each of the three backlot themed areas of Universal Studios Florida. I have snapped hundreds of pictures and researched countless details throughout the park to share with you. That's what I love about theme parks: the details! For my latest contribution to Orlando Informer, join me… Continue reading Explore the Hidden Details of Universal Studio’s San Francisco Backlot
Bright lights. Big names. Dreams and hopes. Crowds. Traffic. I have visited New York City before, but something was different about this trip, and I learned a very important lesson. I am a Florida girl, through and through. Visiting New York City in the peak of the holiday season is unforgettable. Taking my stepson and… Continue reading The One Thing I Learned from my visit to New York City
Margaritaville Cafe Orlando at Universal CityWalk has a completely revamped menu, and this week we had the honor of sampling a large variety of the new choices on behalf of Orlando Informer. Jimmy Buffett’s music career spans four decades. His fans, known as Parrotheads, are loyal and have a strong sense of what truly is… Continue reading Margaritaville Refreshed: Experience the all new menu at Margaritaville Cafe Orlando
One of my favorite Christmas songs is "Count Your Blessings" and one my biggest blessings is to have spent my whole life in Orlando. Year after year I have made marvelous memories during the holiday season. Orlando truly is magical this time of year. Join me as I list my favorite holiday events in Orlando.… Continue reading A Local’s Guide to the Best Holiday Events in Orlando
It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas, yet in certain spots within Orlando's theme parks the holiday spirit can be found year-round. Join me on a tour and top five countdown of Orlando's theme park Christmas shops. Click here to read the countdown, my latest OrlandoInformer.com contribution. http://www.orlandoinformer.com/2013/big-5-top-five-christmas-shops-in-orlando-theme-parks/
A forest of beautiful Christmas trees can be found in Orlando, every year. During the two weeks before Thanksgiving the Orlando Museum of Art becomes a glittering winter wonderland. The Festival of Trees is one of my favorite holiday traditions in Orlando and I had the pleasure of being invited to attend the event's opening… Continue reading Orlando’s Festival of Trees – A Cherished Tradition
What was once a dream of the Food & Beverage team at Disney's Hollywood Studios' Brown Derby Restaurant is now a reality. The rumors quickly turned to truth and this past weekend marked the opening of the Brown Derby Lounge. Husband and I could not wait to go and I am happy to share our… Continue reading Disney’s Hollywood Studios’ Newest Star: The Hollywood Brown Derby Lounge
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