As its name suggests, Disney’s Typhoon Lagoon is a water park at Walt Disney World Resort in Kissimmee, Florida . Slides and wave pools are the park’s main attractions, but it also has lagoons, aquariums, and a white-san
If you are looking for a restaurant in Fort Myers that feels completely different from the usual beach bars and seafood spots, Capone's Coal Fired Pizza is one of the most unique themed restaurants in Southwest Florida.Located in the heart
When people think about Miami, they most immediately picture the beaches, the glam, the art scene, and the rooftop bars, and many even assume it’s the capital of Florida. But Miami is so much more than that.Over the years, I’ve
Six Mile Cypress Slough Preserve is a lovely nature reserve in Fort Myers, in Southwest Florida. It is a great place for a walk through Florida’s “jungle,” and if luck is on your side you may spot wildlife such as
After my article about lovely downtown Fort Myers, I wanted to share two local activities that you will not usually find in classic travel guides. They are simple places that locals enjoy and that we like to visit from t
Cape San Blas and Port St. Joe are part of the quieter and more preserved side of the Florida Panhandle. These places are often appreciated by travelers who enjoy coastal landscapes, a true road trip atmosphere, and destinations that feel
If you are near the Emerald Coast in the Florida Panhandle and enjoy springs, discover three notable springs in the region. For those unfamiliar with them, springs are simply cool freshwater sources found inland. Florida has many of them, with
Apalachicola and Eastpoint are part of the Forgotten Coast atmosphere that makes this part of Florida so special. Between small-town character, coastal scenery, and a slower rhythm, they offer a very different experience from the more famous destinations of the
St. George Island is a barrier island about 45 kilometers long opposite Eastpoint. To reach it, you cross the Bryant Patton Memorial Bridge. On this island, there are no large towers or chain stores, but many stilt houses instead. It
Many people think that Miami is the capital of the state of Florida, but the real capital lies much farther north. In fact, Tallahassee, with around 180,000 inhabitants, is the capital of Florida. The city was proclaimed capital in 1824