Small towns in Florida, The Beach

A Salty Saturday at Cedar Key – part two (Suwannee River)

One of the many things I love about visiting Cedar Key, Florida is the opportunity to enjoy "mom and pop" restaurants.  This island rests in the Gulf of Mexico, however the waters that hug its shores are not the typical turquoise hue.  This is because the Suwannee River slivers through the South and finds its final destination… Continue reading A Salty Saturday at Cedar Key – part two (Suwannee River)

Small towns in Florida, The Beach

A Salty Saturday at Cedar Key

There are rare weekends in which my husband and I are off work at the same time.  During these occasions we strive to take full advantage.   We also take advantage of living in Florida and having family in Cedar Key, Florida.  If you are a beach lover and adore exploring the sunshine state then you must… Continue reading A Salty Saturday at Cedar Key

Orlando

Rain Rain DON’T go away: a walk in Disney World

There are many times when I am thankful that I work in the tourism industry.  One of the many benefits of living in Orlando is the ability to enjoy the magical surroundings everyday.  I make it a point to go for a brisk walk after work a few times a week.  Yesterday, I packed my… Continue reading Rain Rain DON’T go away: a walk in Disney World

Orlando

Epcot: Two hours in France (this is not a drive by)

Countless hours of my life have been spent in Epcot.  This fabulous, one-of-a-kind theme park came into being the same year I did: 1982.  I feel a special kinship with it.  I also feel a sadness when I see most guests simply walk from one "country" to the next in World Showcase, without taking the… Continue reading Epcot: Two hours in France (this is not a drive by)

The Beach

Clearwater de Mayo

One of the sources of inspiration to create thisfloridalife was a quick trip to Clearwater Beach, Florida.    Cinco de Mayo is always a cause for celebration for my husband and I.   So when we realized that we would have the weekend of Cinco de Mayo off together it became our mission to get some… Continue reading Clearwater de Mayo