Articles

A Must Watch: Orlando’s Top 10 Must Do’s

As a fledgling travel junkie, most of all when it comes to traveling and discovering Florida, I love hearing about new TV shows featuring the Sunshine State. Though not a new series, I am still super excited about "Orlando's Top 10 Must Do's" which airs tomorrow at 10am on "Women's Entertainment" or "WE". This show… Continue reading A Must Watch: Orlando’s Top 10 Must Do’s

Florida Life

The First Year of ThisFloridaLife

One year ago, on 7/7, I started ThisFloridaLife. The goal: share my love for my homestate and discover more of my own background. Little did I know how important this goal would be for me and how my lifestyle would be enhanced. In honor of the one year anniversary, I'd like to share the highlights… Continue reading The First Year of ThisFloridaLife

Orlando

Battle it Out at Orlando Paintball

Orlando is full of fun and excitement, no question. And the excitement is always better when you're in the middle of it. That's exactly what you'll find at Orlando Paintball. Check out my latest contribution to OrlandoInformer.com, you'll learn some tips for paintball rookies straight from first-timers: my husband and stepson. Check it out here.… Continue reading Battle it Out at Orlando Paintball

Central Florida Suburbs

Tips for attending Red Hot and Boom

It is a MAJOR Central Florida event and it all goes down on July 3rd. I received some info for persons in the media and  I definitely want to share those tips and info with you my Florida Lifers. Please share this with anyone you know that may be interested in going.      … Continue reading Tips for attending Red Hot and Boom

Orlando

My Favorite Food Trucks of Central Florida

Orlando Food Trucks add to the food scene of Central Florida, which is already fantastic. I may have been slow to catch up to the Central Florida food truck sensation, but I am most certainly a big fan. I recently shared my picks for best Central Florida food trucks on OrlandoInformer.com. Head on over to… Continue reading My Favorite Food Trucks of Central Florida

Central Florida Suburbs, The Beach

Exploring Florida’s Beachside Beauty with East Coast Paddle

I simply could not turn down the invitation to experience stand up paddleboarding for the first time. And it turns out, I could not have found a better host and instructor than East Coast Paddle. Besides the awesome opportunity to stand up paddleboard for the first time, this trip allowed me to revisit one of my favorite… Continue reading Exploring Florida’s Beachside Beauty with East Coast Paddle

Articles, Orlando

Orlando is a Foodie Town, and here’s ten ways to prove it!

What a week in my world it has been. I can't wait to get back in the swing of things. And to kick off the weekend, I just had to share this article with my Florida Lifers. Orlando is best known for the theme parks, of course. But, I have said over and over again… Continue reading Orlando is a Foodie Town, and here’s ten ways to prove it!

Articles, Central Florida Suburbs

100 Things to love about my hometown of Seminole County

Home is where the heart is, and I heart my home. The whole reason I started ThisFloridaLife was to share my love of Florida and to fall in love with it even more by exploring my state. The county I have called home my entire life is celebrating its 100th anniversary. From the Orlando Sentinel,… Continue reading 100 Things to love about my hometown of Seminole County

The Beach

A Very Necessary Vero Beach Trip

When our wedding anniversary rolls around every January we are often challenged with finding a destination that will be enjoyable despite the Winter weather. We took a risk and rolled the dice by choosing Vero Beach, FL. The weather could go either way, in the end, it did not go well. I have waited months… Continue reading A Very Necessary Vero Beach Trip

Central Florida Suburbs

Treasures Waiting to be Found at Adjectives Antique Market

Orlando is home to many delightful antique shops. From the historic 1st Street in Downtown Sanford, FL to one of the best streets in all of Orlando: Orange Avenue, antique treasures are pretty easy to find. But, there's one place that brings in all together: Adjectives Market. In the Central Florida suburb of Altamonte Sprngs,… Continue reading Treasures Waiting to be Found at Adjectives Antique Market