It’s unusual to come across an early nineteenth century stockade fort in the middle of a Florida town. Not something you expect outside of Disney World. But on a recent drive through central Florida that is what we found in Ocala. It’s a historically accurate replica of Fort King at its original site. Designated aContinue reading “A Bit Of History In Ocala, Florida”
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Remarkable Silver Springs Florida
Florida’s Classic Attractions Florida has always attracted visitors to its’ ocean beaches but, years ago, it also had an assortment of inland tourist destinations. Those old Florida attractions have been dying out, pushed aside and even replaced by theme parks. Unfortunately, history and gardens cannot compete with movie attractions, roller coasters and fantasies. WhileContinue reading “Remarkable Silver Springs Florida”
Little Pieces of History In Florida and Georgia
The Small Museums of Florida and Georgia There was a time when small roadside attractions where the highlight of family road-trips. While they have been overshadowed by the mega-parks and major resorts, there are still a number of roadside gems that should be sought out – little pieces of history encased in small museums. IfContinue reading “Little Pieces of History In Florida and Georgia”
Memorial Day and Pointe du Hoc
June 6th 2019 the 75th Anniversary of D-Day A Day at Pointe du Hoc At 7:10 am on the morning of June 6th 1944 at a point of land where the rolling farmland of western France drops ninety feet down vertical cliffs to meet the sea, in the words of one Army Ranger “All hellContinue reading “Memorial Day and Pointe du Hoc”
The Port of San Diego
Port of Call San Diego in Southern California What’s not to like with a near perfect year-round temperature, 70 miles of coastline and beaches, a major U.S. Naval Base, an interesting historic area and world famous Balboa Park that features 17 museums, numerous galleries and performing arts venues including the incredible San Diego Zoo. ItContinue reading “The Port of San Diego”
Dolphin Watching On Indian River Florida
A day spent on the Indian River in Florida was an easy adventure. Just south of the Kennedy Space Center the water and land intertwine making a sanctuary for marine life and water birds sharing the space with expensive estate homes and marinas. Recently we took advantage of a Groupon and booked a morning excursionContinue reading “Dolphin Watching On Indian River Florida”
