I have been fortunate to swim with manatees on more than one occasion and have found the experience to be profound each time. The manatees are magnificent. Curious? Here’s what you need to know: Crystal River, Florida, the Manatee Capital of the World, is the only place on the planet that you can legally swim and interact with […]
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The Florida Keys: An Iconic American Road Trip
Coronavirus has disrupted travel in 2020 in a totally unforeseen way. Amidst travel restrictions and lockdowns, many travelers took to the open road for a classic American road trip – of which there are many. The Florida Keys is one the most iconic road trips in the United States is the 113-mile drive (one way) […]
St. Augustine, Florida – Trippin’ in America’s Oldest City
Arriving in America’s Oldest City St. Augustine is a destination that I’ve wanted to visit for some time, so I was pretty excited to finally be headed that way. Billboards for very touristy attractions dot the interstate as you head towards the city and I began to wonder if this was going to be the […]
Crystal River, Florida – Three Day Itinerary
Crystal River, Florida, is the Manatee Capital of the World, attracting visitors from around the globe to swim with the lovable, gentle giants, but the Manatees are only the beginning. An outdoor enthusiast’s paradise offering kayaking, hiking, fishing, paddle boarding, golf, and more, we set off for an old-school adventure along Florida’s Nature Coast. Day […]
Crystal River, Florida: Manatees, Monkeys, & Magic
Crystal River, what a blast! Manatees, monkeys, magic, and more. This quirky old-school town on Florida’s Nature Coast is an adventure unlike any other. Why not add it to your list and start planning your visit? Here are ten Can’t-miss highlights to get you started. 1) Swimming with the Manatees Crystal River, the Manatee Capital of the World, […]
Tami’s Trippin’ Top Ten 2017
2017 has been an incredible year for me and I hope it has been for you too. With so many memorable trips and experiences this year, it was hard to choose. Here’s ten, in no particular order, that stand out. 1 – Swimming With Manatees Crystal River, Florida is the Manatee Capitol of the World. Not […]
St. Augustine, Florida – A Taste of America’s Oldest City
With 450 years of culinary tradition and diverse heritage, American’s Oldest City, St. Augustine, Florida, is a destination full of flavor. I started my culinary adventure with the Savory Faire Food Tour and was greeted at check-in with a mimosa and bottled water for the road. First stop Old City House Inn & Restaurant, which was once a stable […]
