Lion Country Safari – Loxahatchee, FL Please note, due to COVID-19, only the drive through safari is available at this time. Finding ways to beat the heat during Florida summers can be tough, especially after you’ve exhausted every water park, pool and spring within a 100-mile radius. There are other ways to have fun without getting those wrinkly, raisin fingers or even leaving the comfort Read More » Continue reading African Adventure on a Budget
Photos by Kelsey Walters A few weeks ago, the social media alarm bells went off in regards to a property owner in the Wilbur- by-the-Sea area who had hacked some mangrove trees almost to the waterline, probably to improve their view. This action stoked ire in the community, especially for those who are aware of the vital role the mangroves play in preserving our vulnerable Read More » Continue reading Protected Mangroves: A Quick Guide to Dos and Don’ts
Santa’s Christmas Tree Forest in Eustis, FL Does the thought of strolling through a wintery forest to carefully choose your own Christmas tree sound like the ideal holiday to you? While I can’t promise a snowy wonderland, there is a spot in Florida that allows you to cut your own Christmas tree, plus tons more fun to get your family in the holiday spirit. Holiday Read More » Continue reading Walking in a Winter Wonderland
Living in Florida, we are all well aware of the plethora of theme parks in our backyard. People travel from all over the world, sometimes spending their life savings, to visit these places on vacation. It baffles me when I come across another Floridian that has never stepped foot in one of our “native” theme parks. Most, if not all, of the state’s theme parks Read More » Continue reading Pick Your Pass
The Citrus Tower & Presidents Hall of Fame in Clermont, Florida A lot of us grew up taking road trips, especially during the summer. I spent most of my childhood summers and holidays traveling across the country in the car. After starting my own family, we continued the tradition of the family road trip, and in fact, my husband, Scott, our daughter, Avery, and I just Read More » Continue reading Hit the Road
Summer Crush Vineyard and Winery in Fort Pierce, FL Photos by Kelsey & Scott Walters Day Trips in Florida While the rest of the country may have to wait a little bit longer to bask in the sun of “official” summer, here in Florida we have already been feeling the heat. Summer Crush Vineyard and Winery in Fort Pierce expertly pairs the fun of a sunny Read More » Continue reading Crushin’ It
Pirate and Treasure Museum, St. Augustine Avast ye, matey! Did ya hear? Pirates have invaded St. Augustine! Things to Do for Families in St. Augustine After commandeering Key West for five years, a band of pirates have made their home in historic St. Augustine at the Pirate and Treasure Museum. Situated along the water and across from the famed fort, Castillo de San Marcos, this Read More » Continue reading Time to Walk the Plank
Interview by Tiffany Yancey // Photos by Kelsey Walters DAYTONA BEACH PARASAIL 4936 S. Peninsula Dr., Ponce Inlet, FL 32127 • (386) 481-3050 DaytonaParasail.com FB: DaytonaBeachParasail • Insta: @DaytonaParasail Q: What do you say to first-timers who are interested in the experience but still may be a little nervous? A: Parasailing can seem a little intimidating and scary at first, but once you get up Read More » Continue reading INSIDE LOOK: Daytona Beach Parasail & Daytona Speedboat Adventures
Ever After Blueberry Farm – Mims, Florida To me, nothing announces the arrival of warm weather more than fresh fruit, and what better way to get that produce to your table than to pick it yourself? Blueberry Picking Season Opens April Being well into spring with summer rapidly approaching, Floridians have been getting our share of warmth for a while now. Thanks to a strange Read More » Continue reading Weekend Blues
Dudley Farm Historic State Park, Newberry Photos/Text by Kelsey Walters Family Activities Near Gainesville Many people think of the Sunshine State as a land of sunburnt tourists, teeming with gators and home to the world’s most famous mouse. Before Walt Disney settled into Central Florida and made it one of the world’s most popular tourist destinations, Florida had a lengthy history of war, exploration and Read More » Continue reading One for the History Books
