Why pack a suitcase--just stuff a few pairs of shorts, couple of t-shirts, sandals, tennis shoes and some towels and sunscreen in an overnight bag, and head off for sun, sand and surf! I live about 4 1/2 hours from Galveston , which is great when I want to take an impulsive getaway weekend. We try to...
Mention Galveston, Texas and many people would remember the name from one of the classic rock songs where it appeared. Mention that it's actually an island and some people may do a double take. Yes, Galveston is in fact an island, and not just that but an island with literally thousands of things...
Galveston was discovered by Spanish explorers in 1523, but it's being re-discovered today by thousands of tourists who have flocked to its peaceful shores. Once they arrive, they find all kinds of activities just waiting for them, both on and off the water. Parakarting - Galveston has all the usual...
Ah, Ft. Lauderdale, original home to that annual party fest known as Spring Break. And while many students still flock to its sunny shores, Ft. Lauderdale is also a great destination for a family vacation, with all sorts of activities for kids, from tots to teens. Adults will find plenty to do, too,...
Rich with both lush natural scenery and intriguing history, Kissimmee, Florida provides everything a mature traveler seeks in a vacation destination. Kissimmee is great for those who appreciate history, nature, shopping, dining and even has some adventure for the young at heart. This beautiful old town...
Once a sleepy little cow town, Kissimmee, Florida has grown in a short time into a tourist destination in its own right. Situated just south of Orlando, its main artery is Highway 192 and is accessible to all the major roads in the Orlando area. Disney's back door is just a 15 minute drive up 192...
Most references to Orlando, Florida, conjures images of Walt Disney World and its theme park counterparts. Little do our throngs of tourists know that tucked away in the downtown corridor of Orlando are restaurant, shopping, and entertainment gems, waiting to be unearthed. The Thornton Park neighborhood...