by Marcea Cazel | Jan 11, 2024 | Black History, Florida Travel
In the northeast corner of Florida, Jacksonville is the largest city by area in the contiguous United States. Sitting on the St. John’s River and the Atlantic Ocean, the city has a long storyline, from the time of the original inhabitants, the Timucua people, to...
by Marcea Cazel | Apr 6, 2023 | Beyond Florida, Family Travel, Intl Travel
Taking a cruise is a fun, relaxing way to visit multiple places without hopping on several planes or driving. Enjoying the pools, eating, drinking, and dancing the night away are all great ways to spend a vacation. But staying physically and mentally healthy while on...
by Marcea Cazel | Feb 15, 2023 | Black History, Florida Travel, Tampa/St. Petersburg/Clearwater
Black history in Tampa is deep – but it might seem hard to find. African Americans have lived in the area since before cities were incorporated. Yet, many Black historic sites are no longer standing due to segregation, discrimination and ignorance. There are...
by Marcea Cazel | Oct 30, 2022 | Beyond Florida, Family Travel, US Travel
Known as The Happiest City in America, Lafayette, Louisiana, is a hidden gem in the southwest portion of the state. Located about halfway between New Orleans and Houston, Lafayette offers a wide variety of things to do day or night for all ages. So grab your appetite...
by Marcea Cazel | Aug 21, 2022 | Florida Travel
Located halfway between Tampa and Ft. Myers, the city of Sarasota is known for high-end dining, lush golf courses and beautiful beaches. The perfect getaway for families or couples, it’s also an ideal landing spot to explore surrounding locations during the day....