Most travelers thinking about visiting Central Florida, think Disneyworld. Only twenty minutes from Downtown Orlando is the charming city of Winter Park. Winter Park is not widely known but should be. It feels like the best of many American cities mixed together with its beautiful streets, cozy boutiques, beautiful campus, and walkable downtown area. I hope that you’re inspired to visit Winter Park!
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10+ interesting day trips from Orlando for nature and culture lovers
Although most people head to Orlando for the theme parks, Central Florida holds a lot of beauty if you’re looking for a bit more culture and nature. As a frequent visitor of Central Florida, I’ve compiled some interesting day trips from Orlando perfect for nature lovers, history geeks, and culture lovers about an hour (or two) from Orlando.
…Tipping in the USA: Tipping etiquette in the United States by an American
As someone who has worked in the service industry, I believe that tipping in the United States is important. The United States does not have universal high wages. Although your perceptions of the United States may be different, if you’re traveling in the United States, you generally need to tip. Keep reading for tipping etiquette in the United States!
…Rainbow Springs State Park, the most beautiful day trip from Orlando Florida
My grandparents live in Orlando, Florida, so I’ve gone countless times to the theme parks in Orlando. Sometimes, you’re looking for something a little different. On my last trip, I took a day trip from Orlando to Rainbow Springs State Park in Dunnellon, Florida.
As much as I love my family, there’s something about being out in nature away from the parking lots, strip malls, and real estate developments that define so much of Florida. As soon as I reached the crystal-clear water of Rainbow Springs, I felt a sigh of relief amidst all the greenery. Keep reading for the best budget day trip from Orlando.
…A guide to Cassadaga, one of Florida’s most quirky towns
In Central Florida, there is one town is known as the Psychic or/and Spiritualist Capital of the United States. There are several ways in which you may know this town; either you are a local resident, believe in Spiritualism, or heard the Tom Petty song Casa Daga. This quick little visitor’s guide to this off the beaten path town in Florida will detail the best things to do in Cassadaga.
…DeLeon Springs State Park: A natural gem near Orlando
If you’re looking for a beautiful place to go kayaking in Central Florida, consider visiting DeLeon Springs
Blue Spring: The best place to see manatees in the wild in Florida
One of our favorite places to go as a family while in Florida is to Blue Spring State Park. This Florida state park is one of the best places to see manatees in the wild in Florida. Read tips for visiting this amazing park to see these majestic sea creatures in their natural environment!
…Things to do in Clermont, Florida, a great day trip from Orlando
Hidden just an hour away from Orlando, you’ll find Clermont, Florida. This quiet town offers the best of Florida’s natural side for those looking for a break from the parks. Here, you’ll find wineries, orange orchards, scenic lakes, beautiful hikes into Florida’s natural landscape, and some quirky attractions from pre-Disney Florida. Keep reading about the best things to do in Clermont, Florida.
…Everything you need to know about traveling without a car in the United States
As someone who is American and has never had a driver’s license, I am uniquely qualified to write about traveling in the United States without a car. A lot of people say it can’t be done–and it will be miserable, however I’ve found that it has minimally impacted my experience traveling in the United States.
This post will be about my experience living and traveling in the United States without a car and I hope that inspires you to travel in America in a more sustainable way!
…Your guide to St. Pete, Florida with the best things to do in St. Pete, Florida
You may be familiar with things to do in Orlando, Florida, where most families spend time during the summer traveling to Walt Disney World, but have you heard of a small town called St.Petersburg, Florida? St. Petersburg, Florida is located in Pinellas County on the west coast of Florida. Today, Amanda, a St. Pete, local will be telling about her hometown of St. Petersburg, Florida and the best things to do in St. Pete, including St. Pete Beach.
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