As promised, here is our experience with the VPK program in Florida. One important thing to know is that in the United States, public school usually starts at the age of 5, which is different from France. Before that age,
What if I tried for an American driver’s license? More precisely: what if I tried for a Florida Class E Driver License? When you first move to Florida, the local driving rules can be surprising, and many details are not
American supermarkets are a huge subject: fascinating, practical, sometimes confusing, and always full of surprises. The variety of products sold in the United States is enormous, and shopping habits can feel very different from what many Europeans are used to.
If you are planning a vacation in Florida and want to get away from standard hotel chains, here are ten unusual places to stay in Florida. Some are whimsical, some luxurious, and some are simply memorable because of thei
Orlando and Kissimmee are all about tourism, attractions, and entertainment around the clock, and the area is full of unusual restaurants. Here are eleven quirky places to eat in Kissimmee and Orlando that both adults an
When people think about Florida wildlife, they often think first of alligators. But crocodiles in Florida are also part of the story, and that often surprises people. Florida is one of the rare places where this subject comes up naturally because
Following the article on hurricanes in Florida, today I am explaining what to do in case of a hurricane in Florida. When you live in Florida, or even when you are simply on vacation there during hurricane season, it is
After writing two articles about general information on hurricanes (see my articles Hurricanes in Florida and What to do in case of a hurricane in Florida), I had to come back to Hurricane Irma from a more personal point of
With the announcement of Hurricane Irma, which was expected to hit Florida within a few days, it was time to talk about hurricanes in Florida on the blog, because they are part of Florida life. Florida is famous for its sunshine,
Experiencing Christmas in Florida is a special experience because the holiday atmosphere mixes with palm trees, sunshine, and a climate that feels very far from the traditional winter imagery many Europeans associate with December. Yet despite the warmth, Florida fully embraces