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Dec 13

All About Light Up Mount Dora in Central Florida

Light Up Mount Dora: A Magical Start to the Holiday Season Every year, the charming town of Mount Dora transforms into a dazzling holiday wonderland with its signature Light Up Mount Dora event. Light Up Mount Dora is one of Central Florida’s most cherished holiday traditions, bringing small-town charm and festive spirit to life each year. […]

by Erin

Go Kayaking with Manatees at Blue Spring State Park

Oct 10

Go Kayaking with Manatees at Blue Spring State Park

Explore this Beautiful Central Florida State Park and Go Kayaking with Manatees! After a short one-hour drive from the theme parks, Blue Spring State Park makes travelers feel like they have entered another world. The crystal clear blue water, old trees covered in Spanish moss, and abundant wildlife shows the real “old Florida”. Plus the […]

by Erin

Why You Should Visit Keel Farms, a Winery in Central Florida

Feb 28

Blog, Central Florida, Explore Florida

Why You Should Visit Keel Farms, a Winery in Central Florida

Why You Should Visit this Winery in Central Florida Driving down I-4 from Orlando to Tampa we often see the signs for the Keel and Curley Farm and Winery right outside of Central Florida. So glad we stopped in one day to check it out! This family-owned farm is a gem right off of the […]

by Erin

Jan 31

Best Things to Do, Central Florida, Explore Florida, Florida

The 12 Best Things to Do in Mount Dora

Find the best things to do in Mount Dora that make this small town worth visiting! Mount Dora is a charming town in Central Florida, just a 30 minute drive from Orlando and the theme parks. The city dates back to the 1800’s and was named “Mt. Dora” because it sits on a 184-foot high […]

by Erin

Lakeridge Winery, a Central Florida Vineyard

Sep 13

Central Florida, Florida

Lakeridge Winery, a Central Florida Vineyard

Enjoy a Day of Relaxation at Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards in Central Florida! Located just west of Orlando, Lakeridge Winery & Vineyards is a hidden gem in Central Florida… although we’re not sure how it stays hidden- the vineyard encompasses 127 acres of land! Complete with wine tastings, special events, live music, and yummy food, […]

by Erin

Free (or Cheap) Things to do in Florida for Christmas

Dec 21

Best Things to Do, Explore Florida, Florida

Free (or Cheap) Things to do in Florida for Christmas

Traveling to Florida for Christmas? Here are our favorite things to do during the holiday season! Heading south for the holidays is such a great idea! The weather is nice, no snow or ice, and kids are out of school so it’s a great time to travel. For some people though, coming to Florida for […]

by Erin

What You Can Do With a Day at Lake Louisa State Park

May 19

Central Florida, Explore Florida, Florida, Florida State Parks

What You Can Do With a Day at Lake Louisa State Park

Tips for Spending a Day at Lake Louisa State Park in Central Florida Lake Louisa State Park is a shaded lakefront park right in Central Florida, but you’d never know it by driving past the front gate sign. This unassuming park sits right on the border of Orange, Lake, and Polk counties in Clermont and […]

by Erin

Enjoy the Best of De Leon Springs State Park

Apr 17

Central Florida, Explore Florida, Florida, Florida State Parks

Enjoy the Best of De Leon Springs State Park

How to Experience the Best of Ponce De Leon Springs State Park in Central Florida! De Leon Springs (or DeLeon Springs) State Park is a unique park in Central Florida named after Ponce de Leon himself. Has he ever visited this area? Well, no, but he definitely missed out! The park consists of a swimming […]

by Erin

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