On this part of our Florida Journey we are at the southern most city, the beautiful, historic, sometimes quirky and sometimes elegant city of Key West. We had only a short time, 3 nights and 2 days but somehow John and I managed to pack in a ton […]
I don’t know how John and I packed in so much fun into just 3 nights and 2 days in Key West but we did and we learned a few things in doing so. If you have never been to Key West and are thinking about planning a […]
In 1888 Frank Higel, an early settler and a man considered the “Father of Venice,” named the Florida City in which he settled because it reminded him of the canal city in Italy where he spent his childhood and Venice, Florida is where the Florida Journey has taken us […]
John and I love Florida and we love discovering Florida’s unique features and learning the states history. In our journey throughout the state we try to include as many places as we can that will teach us more about this amazing state we call home and today’s Florida […]
Because of it’s warm weather and tropical appeal, tourists have been flocking to Florida ever since the late 1800’s and soon thereafter the golden age of Florida tourism began. Long before Disney, Busch Gardens, Universal Studios and Seaworld gave Florida the reputation of theme park capitol of the […]
In a cave of ancient rock formations, with crystal clear water that remains a cool 72 degrees year-round, that has a maximum depth of 54 feet, makes Devils Den the ultimate Florida swimming hole for divers and snorkelers. Devils Den is a privately owned scuba diving training center […]
When a staff member of an attraction you are visiting meets you at the gate eager to share their passion and love for the work they do, you just know the experience is going to be awesome and that is just what John and I experienced today at […]
This is our second trip to Downtown Tampa in our Florida Journey, as there is just so much to do there that we just couldn’t get it all in on the last trip. You know what? We didn’t get it all done this trip either. This visit to […]
March is a Beautiful time of year in Florida, the weather is usually mild and it is just a great time to be outdoors. What better way to enjoy Florida’s great March weather then to get out and run/walk!! Do it for your health, Do it for a […]
I don’t know about you, but my favorite type of beach is quiet and uncrowded. One where I can enjoy the moment without too many distractions. A beach to sit back in a chair and read a book without music blaring from the chair next to me. A […]
