Orlando

Appreciation for Animal Kingdom

It may not be the most attended of Disney’s theme parks, but it is very dear to me. Disney’s Animal Kingdom is the largest of the Disney parks and could be considered the most underrated. The wild child of the Disney theme park family, offers unique entertainment, a few thrilling rides, and distinctive details not… Continue reading Appreciation for Animal Kingdom

Central Florida Suburbs

Max & Meme Cafe: Longwood, FL

A large breakfast was in order.  As my battle with pneumonia continues, the doctor advised me to eat well prior to each dose of the antibiotic.  And so on my way home from the doctor, I decided to try a new "mom and pop" cafe. Max and Meme Cafe sits along Longwood, FL's 434.  The… Continue reading Max & Meme Cafe: Longwood, FL

Small towns in Florida, The Beach

This is a great video about Cedar Key. In fact, someone very special to me is in it. If you know who it is please do not disclose or comment about who it is. Cedar Key really is a great, relaxed placed to visit. Related articles A Salty Saturday at Cedar Key (thisfloridalife.com) A Salty… Continue reading

My Second Homes, Orlando

How Harry Potter Changed Theme Parks Forever

Harry Potter cast his spell.  The world waited on the edge of their seats as The Wizarding World of Harry Potter (WWHP) was set to open. When it opened this new land changed theme parks forever. Universal Orlando's Islands of Adventure already offered exciting thrill rides and technologically advanced wonders such as the Amazing Adventures of… Continue reading How Harry Potter Changed Theme Parks Forever

Orlando

Dining Diversions

Munching on out-of-the-ordinary food is part of the fun when visiting Orlando's theme parks.  However, there is a lot of discovery and relaxation to be had when taking a break from the theme parks for a short bit to head to one of the nearby restaurants.  You can enhance your day in the parks by… Continue reading Dining Diversions

Orlando

New Fantasyland – Official Opening Date

First came the Wizarding World of Harry Potter, and theme parks were changed forever.  This themed land inside Universal's Islands of Adventure represented the first time a domestic theme park re-created a world inside a movie in perfect detail.  Then came Cars Land in Disney's California Adventure - AMAZING!  Now the world waits for "New… Continue reading New Fantasyland – Official Opening Date

Central Florida Suburbs

Two Atypical Movie Theaters

The dog days of summer are still upon us in Orlando.  However, the summer blockbuster season is beginning to fade to black.  What are we, seekers of escaping the heat, to do? There are two unique movie theaters in the Central Florida area that offer an alternative movie experience. The Enzian - Maitland, FL The Enzian… Continue reading Two Atypical Movie Theaters

Florida Life

Seasons Come and Seasons Go

  My husband and I sank our teeth in the dark pink flesh of watermelon.  The sweet, sticky juice dripped down our chins and onto our fingers.  I enjoyed the cool taste of Summer.  Moments later, I wrapped the remaining slices in plastic and began placing them in the refrigerator.  Suddenly, it hit me.  For so… Continue reading Seasons Come and Seasons Go

Central Florida Suburbs

Thank Goodness for Florida Hospital Altamonte

When I created thisfloridalife I had no intention of writing a post such as this one.  But alas on Friday afternoon I drove frantically through horrible traffic to get to a wellness clinic.  I fluctuated between shivering and sweating.  After waiting forty minutes for fluorescent lights to be changed, and therefore for the nurse to be willing to see… Continue reading Thank Goodness for Florida Hospital Altamonte

Orlando

First Look: Splitsville at Downtown Disney

There has been a hole in my heart ever since Pleasure Island at Downtown Disney closed.  This why I go to Universal CityWalk rather frequently.  Disney fans all over the world are anxiously waiting for Splitsville to open.  It will open at the former site of the Virgin Megastore.  For more info on what Splitsville… Continue reading First Look: Splitsville at Downtown Disney