Today I am daydreaming. I want to go to the beach. But alas, household chores beckon. However, just because I cannot make it to the beach this weekend does not mean I can't share one of my favorite Florida beaches with all you Florida Lifers out there. Jetty Park is located in Port Canaveral, Florida… Continue reading Jet Away to Jetty Park
It totally goes against my philosophy of how World Showcase at Epcot should be experienced. However, I know many people especially Floridians, wish it was easier to experience the Food and Wine Festival on the go. Wish granted. This year marks the debut of two small features that for many festival goers will make conquering… Continue reading Mini Enhancements to the 2012 Epcot Food and Wine Festival
There is a somewhat hidden gem inside Disney's Hollywood Studios. In my list of must-dos in Disney's Hollywood Studios I have to put a visit to The Magic of Disney Animation towards the top, right under One Man's Dream. Once the home to an actual Disney Animation studio, The Magic of Disney Animation offers a trip… Continue reading Drawn to Disney’s Animation Academy
So many times I hear from families who express their post-vacation exhaustion. Say it with me now, "I need a vacation from my vacation". This statement really saddens me. Vacation in Orlando is not always inexpensive (to put it nicely), and though I believe it is worth every penny, I think it is important to… Continue reading Get Some R&R: Kids Want It
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For most Florida Residents, especially those of the Central Florida variety, Autumn is the time to enjoy some great events. Of course, there are the huge staples of Epcot Food and Wine Festival, Universal's Halloween Horror Nights, and Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party. However, there are three "real" Florida events that are on my… Continue reading Three Real Florida Fall Events
I will never forget it. I was in the third grade and I did not quite know what to think of it. I remember what felt like a long drive and wanting to hit the beach while we were there, but more than anything I remember the power, the sheer utter power. Endeavour's mighty roar… Continue reading Farewell Friend: Endeavour’s Final Flight
UPDATE December 16, 2016 The Orlando Sentinel has confirmed that beer and wine will now be served at almost all of Magic Kingdom's table service restaurants! Tony’s Town Square Restaurant Liberty Tree Tavern, Jungle Navigation Co. Ltd. Skipper Canteen Cinderella’s Royal Table These four restaurants join Be Our Guest, which began servicing beer and… Continue reading Disney has a Drinking Problem
It began to spread like wildfire. Orlando Sentinel carried an article about it and shortly thereafter Disney fans, Orlando visitors, and Florida residents latched onto the idea. Dapper Day practically went viral. The moment I heard about it I knew I had to go. I blogged about it, asked my bestest Disney pal if she… Continue reading Steppin’ Out for Dapper Day at Disney’s Hollywood Studios
As is the case with any great city, Orlando always offers something new. Although my hometown is guilty of having massive urban sprawl, the benefit is that there are many splendid neighborhoods and suburbs to explore. Here is a great little article from Travel Channel listing five great local restaurants. Also, don't forget September is… Continue reading Travel Channel’s Best Orlando Local Restaurants
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