Articles and photos of our journeys through the Southeastern USA, including Florida, Georgia and Tennessee. Check out the great national parks, hotels, restaurants and tourist sights the South has to offer!
Not sure if you should choose Disney World or Universal Orlando? Thrill rides, family friendly options, dining, and overall costs broken down to help decide between Disney and Universal.
Sanibel and Captiva make for the perfect Southwest Florida vacation destination. With so many things to do, both on the beaches and not, the Seashell Capital of the World is fun, relaxing and a dream Florida escape.
The Sundial Beach Resort on Sanibel Island is great for families looking for a spacious beachfront hotel on the Florida Gulf Coast. Review of the hotel, amenities and ideas for things to do on Sanibel Island.
Universal’s Cabana Bay Beach Resort has been our favorite for years. Providing both the best value and the most fun, Cabana Bay is our top pick at Universal Orlando Resort. See why!
Where can you get onto the beach in the St Augustine, FL area easily? List of beach access points, parking areas and beach boardwalks in St Augustine, St Johns County, Florida from Palm Coast to Ponte Vedra.
Where can you get onto the beach in Daytona easily? List of beach access points, parking areas and beach boardwalks in Daytona, Volusia County, Florida.
The Naples Grande Beach Resort is ideal for a Gulf Coast trip, located just off the beach with paddling, pools and more directly at the property. Complete beach resort review with tips for planning a trip to Naples, Florida.
Review of the Hilton Marco Island Beach Resort on the Florida Gulf Coast. Near Everglades National Park and just south of Naples, this hotel is a great pick for a family beach vacation. Full details here!
The Paradise Coast of Florida is the perfect vacation destination. Encompassing Naples, Marco Island and the Everglades, this area is home to epic wildlife adventures and gorgeous beaches and gardens with things to do for everyone.
Silver Springs State Park is one of the prettiest places in Florida, and perhaps the best state park. Guide to manatees, kayaking, trails, glass bottom boats and visiting Silver Springs.
The Coconut Beach Resort Key West is the ideal hotel for anyone looking for an oceanfront suite, heated pool and perfect Key West views. Details of the hotel, things to do in the Southernmost Point area, and tips for a great Key West vacation.
There are lots of things to do in Daytona Beach besides swim. From all of the beach access points to day trips out the Florida’s freshwater springs, this plan for a trip to Daytona Beach is 4+ days of fun.
Rainbow Springs State Park is one of the prettiest places in Florida. Everything you need to know for planning a visit, including kayaking, swimming, trails and more. Perfect Gulf Coast spring destination!
Have you heard of Big Cypress National Preserve? No? On the northern border of Everglades National Park there’s a pretty cool Florida landmark. No, we’re not talking about the Tamiami …
I’ve actually been on the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser and am happy to set right the misconceptions about this amazing Disney World immersive experience. The Star Wars hotel is way more than a hotel, but is round-the-clock theater… Find out more!
Disney’s Coronado Springs Resort is a very different Walt Disney World Hotel. It feels unlike other Disney properties while still having the Disney touches and service. Review of Coronado Springs includes dining, transportation and more.
Disney’s Contemporary Resort is one of the original Walt Disney World Hotels, and with its latest update, is the coolest property to stay at. See what to expect, amenities, and how to get to the Disney Parks from the Contemporary.
Since Orlando theme parks are open, is Disney World or Universal handling COVID-19 pandemic precautions better? Side by side comparison of health and safety measures between Universal Orlando and Disney World.
2020 was been a stressful year for everybody. 2021 added to that and we saw the world basically give up on caring about each other. We saw our travel schedule …
Before we started our North Georgia road trip this last time, we were picturing a lot of farm country and Civil War sites, as that’s what we’d experienced around Atlanta …
Things to do in Palm Beach County range from relaxing beach time to epic beautiful gardens, Gilded Age museums to paddle boarding with manatees. Top picks for Palm Beach County activities, food and more.
Everglades National Park is one of the most unusual places in the USA. Very near Miami and the Florida Keys, the Everglades is perfect for kayaking, biking, wildlife watching and Florida’s famous airboats.
Biscayne National Park is a perfect day trip from Miami to add to a weekend getaway, start or end of a cruise, or to a Florida Keys road trip. Wildlife and boating at its best, 95% of the National Park is underwater. How to visit…
Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge is an incredible experience with so many things to do and see. Both Disney World and Disneyland have this awesome Star Wars land. This guide to Galaxy’s Edge is ideal for having a great visit to galactic village of Batuu.
Review of Hawks Cay Resort halfway down the Florida Keys, a place you can check in and never have to leave. From vacation rentals to hotel rooms, there are a variety of accommodations and amenities.
There are many hidden gems in Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge that big fans will notice. From interesting art to obscure Star Wars references these are our favorite finds in Star Wars land at Disney World. (And a scavenger hunt too!)
This Florida Gulf Coast road trip plan is perfect for enjoying beautiful beaches, freshwater springs and Florida’s National Parks. From Miami to Crystal River, this 6 day itinerary is all you need.
Review list of the best places to eat in Savannah. – Savannah restaurants are fantastic. The blend of interesting food and cocktail culture make Savannah, Georgia the ultimate foodie destination.
Review of the Shelborne South Beach hotel in Miami, including things to do and dining recommendations in the Art Deco District of Miami Beach. Tips for planning a fun weekend getaway to the Shelborne on the beach.
Before we were actually on-property at Walt Disney World I had no understanding of its size or how to plan anything. I knew Disney World would be a very different …