ST. AUGUSTINE, Fla., February 1, 2022 – St. Augustine, the birthplace of African American history, will host a series of culturally enriching and educational events to celebrate Black history month. The inaugural Fort Mose Jazz & Blues Series will be held at the site of the first free Black settlement in what is now the United States. St. Augustine's other historic sites will tell important stories about the enslaved and freed Black Americans who … [Read more...]
Chat with an Astronaut at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
CAPE CANAVERAL (December 13, 2021) – KENNEDY SPACE CENTER – Beginning Monday, December 13, guests at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex can kick back with a cocktail and have a conversation with an astronaut through a series of new and improved astronaut experiences at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. Every day, guests will have the chance to meet face-to-face with space pioneers during the new Chat With An Astronaut and the relaunched … [Read more...]
A Memorable Trip to Florida
During cold weather, its like one is always tightly wound. Constantly holding their breath. During warm weather, one can exhale and the mood brightens immediately. It was a welcome relief to arrive back in Florida after the bone chilling artic cold I experienced in the northern states on this same trip. After a stop in Jacksonville to visit a friend's daughters restaurant (The Town Hall) for a delicious meal. I made a last minute reservation … [Read more...]
5 of the Best Disney Vacation Club Resorts in Orlando that All Owners Love
Disney Vacation Club is without a doubt one of the best vacation clubs in the world, and they take Orlando vacations to a whole new level. DVC owners have over 15 resorts to choose from when they are planning their vacations, with 11 surrounding the Walt Disney World theme parks in Orlando. With so many to choose from, which one is best? The top DVC resorts in Orlando have incredible decor themes, accommodations, restaurants, and easy access to … [Read more...]
Mark Twain Country, Missouri – October 2021
One of the world's greatest travelers, Mark Twain once said, (we won't reference the common Twain quote here) "...nothing so liberalizes a man and expands the kindly instincts that nature put in him as travel and contact with many kinds of people." During our International travels we sometimes come across Mark Twain monuments indicating his prior visit. The man got around. Mark Twain was born in what is still very rural Missouri. When you … [Read more...]
St Augustine Highlights, Florida
St. Augustine is rich in history, and in the late 1800s, rich was the operative word. During the Gilded Age (1870s to about 1900), this little town became the premier resort destination for the well-to-do – and it all began in 1883 with an auspicious visit by Henry Morrison Flagler, John D. Rockefeller's partner in founding Standard Oil. During the Gilded Age, St Augustine became a tourist destination that it still thrives as to this day. To … [Read more...]
Ideas for 2021 Experiences in the United States
See the Cherry Blossoms in Alexandria, VA, Late March The last week of March, the DC Metro area lights up bright pink with the peak bloom of the Cherry Blossoms and Alexandria is filled with a variety of cherry blossom trees of its own from delicate white Yoshinos to fluffy pink Kwanzans that eventually speckle the cobblestone roads pink. Additionally, the city is connected to D.C. via water taxi, Metrorail and bike share so exploring the blooms … [Read more...]
Bern’s Steakhouse, Tampa Florida
One should wander into Bern's Steakhouse with a singular focus - in search of an experience. Whatever that experience is - it will differ from person to person - but it must involve enjoying an antiquity. An old bottle of wine, to be purchased and shared with strangers. New friends immediately found. Only open for dinner. No reservations? Come a few minutes before 430pm for their soft opening and hopefully catch a seat at the bar or a few … [Read more...]
Top Spots To Travel If You’re 18
As the winter months finally began to fade and things start to heat out for the summer, it’s natural everyone will want to take time to go on a vacation. Despite all of the lockdowns due to the coronavirus, now, more than ever people, want to have the opportunity to get out of their house and travel around the United States. Continue reading below to figure out a couple of the best places for you to visit right now. Orlando … [Read more...]
“Best Harbor in the US” Winners Announced
5 million people had the opportunity to vote in the US Harbors crowd-sourced contest. Rockland, ME — June 2020 — The 2nd annual contest to find the “Best Harbor” in the U.S. wrapped up on Sunday, May 31st with winners announced today. US Harbors, an online site for tides and weather—providing localized information on over 1,400 harbors on the coast and Great Lakes--runs the annual contest to determine the community with the most passion about … [Read more...]
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