by Cristina on August 31, 2010
The US might not have the oldest buildings in the world but the country is dotted with important landmarks, all worth a visit. And what better way to teach your kids history than to take them…on location. The historic US homes are impressive and show a glimpse of the period when they have been built.
There are two important places to visit in Florida: The John and Mable Ringling Mansion in Sarasota and The Marjorie Kinnan Rawlings House in
by Cristina on August 10, 2010
Attention all Harry Potter fans out there!!! If you couldn’t wait to be your hero for a day (or more), now it’s the time to put on those innocent eyes and ask your parents to check out the Harry Potter packages . They include the round trip flights into Orlando, accommodation and park tickets.
Now you can explore the world of Hogwarts castle, take a look at the merchandise from the shops of Hogsmeade and, of course, enjoy the
by Cristina on August 3, 2010
It is any child’s dream to spend some days in the world of Disney. And many adults adore feeling like children again and don’t miss the chance to spend a fun time at Disney World.
But when you are dealing with such a popular destination, it’s very clear that you will have to read through many Disney World travel deals . It can be daunting and confusing, so here are some tips for you:
Disney’s official website has some good deals.
by Katie on July 19, 2010
Most people looking for cheap flights to Florida look for flights to Orlando or Miami, but there’s a whole lot more to see and do in the Sunshine state than see Mickey Mouse or party on South Beach. And if you are heading to the theme parks of Orlando, Tampa actually provides an alternative that is often less expensive. It’s only 1.5 hours away from Orlando by car.
If you do fly into the Tampa airport, consider
“Um, honey,” my husband said, wide-eyed, “if your hands are right there, what’s holding on to my leg?”
We were snorkeling in the cold, 4-foot deep murky water of the Crystal River, about an hour and half north of Tampa. We’d come to swim with manatees, the adorably-ugly sea cows that can grow up to 13 feet long and weigh 3000 pounds.
We’d arrived at 6am, donned wetsuits and climbed aboard a pontoon boat with five other swimmers. We’d listened to Captain
by Katie on June 22, 2010
A trip to Florida generally involves at least one of two things – a visit to Disneyland, or some serious beach time, playing in the sand and surf and working on your tan. Given that it’s surrounded by water on three sides, it’s no surprise that Florida offers some of the best beaches in the US, and because of the state’s diversity, there’s a beach for every taste.
The northern beaches and those on the western side of the state, around