Next to the Christmas tree, Oktoberfest is the most popular German custom passed around globally. After all, it’s not a hard sell to get people to come out for merry laughter and strong lager. And, let’s not forget to mention the tasty Schnitzel. No matter what your age, there is something for everyone in Oktoberfest […]
7 Must-Have Travel Apps for Florida
While a road trip can be a spontaneous venture, it never hurts to be prepared with a little tech to ensure you don’t waste precious beach time. Whether you’re visiting from out of the state scouting out Florida retirement communities for your new home base, or a local planning a fun overnight getaway, it doesn’t […]
5 Florida Adventures You May Not Have Considered
When it comes to adventure action, Florida is a top destination for many a daredevil. People enjoy scuba diving the beautiful waters, casting away on a catamaran, or flocking to the many theme parks for their preferred adrenaline rush or relaxing retreat. Florida is well known for these things. However, off the glitzy main strips, […]
Top 12 Biking Trails of Eastern and Central Florida
A few weeks ago contributor Sarah Hansen covered the 13 Top Paved Bike Trails of Florida’s West Coast and we promised she’d be back with trails on the East Coast soon, so here we go. 1) Jacksonville-Baldwin Trail This 14.5 mile trail from Jacksonville to Baldwin winds through the woods providing plenty of shade (always […]
13 Top Paved Bike Trails of Florida’s West Coast
With all the sunshine Florida has to offer, what better way to experience the amazing weather and scenery than from the humming wheels of a bicycle? Florida also happens to be the flattest state in the US, so with few pesky hills to raise the heart rate too high, anyone can experience the amazing beauty […]
Florida From the Driver’s Seat
Florida has many faces. I should know. I’ve driven through most of them. For seven years, it was my job to drive as a sales rep across the great state of Florida. I saw many sides of Florida, from orange groves to ocean coves, and loved them all. While I saw a lot of interstate […]
5 Ways to Beat the Florida Heat
When I first moved to Florida from Arkansas, I felt I was ready for the heat. After all, I was a Southern girl. How bad could it be? One of my first mornings in my new home state, I laced up my shoes and went for a run. Within a few minutes, the spring in […]