In the “real Florida” we take you to an eccentric artist’s castle, kayaking on an alligator infested river, and eating Greek in the sponge capital of the world. And, along the way we manage to find oranges and BBQ. Opa! Do you have any suggestions for our next trip to Florida? Please let us know in the comments below!Read More →
The best parts of Florida are far from the House of the Mouse! After some really BAD orange juice, we and the dogs explore the beach and jungle at Hanna Park in Jacksonville, Florida, visit the Everglades at Everglades National Park, see the Royal Lipizzan Stallions, and enjoy Christmas at Peace River Thousand Trails.Read More →
This week’s short video highlights some of our favorite stops while traveling around southern Florida. Whether it’s drinking a fresh, frozen pineapple drink in Fort Lauderdale, marveling at the lions, tigers, and other big cats at Big Cat Rescue in Tampa, discovering a bridge to be defended “at all costs” from the Second Seminole Indian War, or savoring a delicious donut, hot out of the fryer, you’re invited to join us as we cover the miles with smiles! Read More →
Kissimmee Prairie Preserve State Park If you think of “Disney” when you think “Florida,” then you’re missing the REAL Florida. We hope you enjoy our latest video, which includes alligators, Homeland Security, a quick overview of different kinds of RV parks, cute dogs, a cat, and a swamp-buggy ride with our kids. It’s impossible to capture the beauty and diversity of Kissimmee Prairie in an eight-minute video, so here are a few additional things we think you might want to know. From the park website https://www.floridastateparks.org/park/Kissimmee-Prairie This 54,000 acre preserve protects the largest remaining stretch of Florida dry prairie, home to an array of endangeredRead More →