Key West is a special little island. It's the kind of place where presidents, movie stars and writers can exist in relative peace, away from the prying eyes of the mainland. It's one of many reasons that Ernest Hemingway made a life here in the 1930s. Hemingway, known for his books A Farewell … [Read more...] about Photo Essay: Cats of the Hemingway House
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Paddleboarding with Manatees
When given the chance to try something new, I typically take it. But if it requires any sort of athleticism, I take a second thought. I'm not ashamed to admit that I am clumsy and out of shape. However, the Ultimate Florida Road Trip was all about experiencing the best activities the state had to … [Read more...] about Paddleboarding with Manatees
Space Travel: The Final Frontier
Alan Shepard. John Glenn. Sally Ride. Neil Armstrong. If you grew up in the United States in the last 50 years, these names mean something to you. They mean exploration and adventure. They were our lifetime's Christopher Columbus and Captain Cook. They're an elite group that share a bond none of … [Read more...] about Space Travel: The Final Frontier
Photo Essay: Miami Street Art
As an unabashed street art fan, I was excited to see what Miami had to offer. I had seen images of the famous Wynwood Arts District and immediately added it to my Ultimate Florida Road Trip itinerary. And while you can spot street art all around town, this is where the most famous works are, like … [Read more...] about Photo Essay: Miami Street Art
Sunset Kayaking on Merritt Island
I haven't been very diligent when it comes to getting posts out while I'm traveling, but I promise to do better in the future. A few weeks ago, I was spending 2 days on Florida's Space Coast as a part of my Ultimate Florida Road Trip. I knew I was going to visit the Kennedy Space Center, but I … [Read more...] about Sunset Kayaking on Merritt Island