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Visit Rollins College and See a Statue of Mister Rogers
It’s a beautiful Day in the Neighborhood! The Mister Rogers Statue in Winter Park, Florida wasn’t on our original itinerary. However, Fred Rogers is a hero of mine so when I heard there was a statue of everyone’s favorite neighbor, I added Winter Park to our Florida itinerary. Fred Rogers Rogers graduated from Rollins College in Winter Park, FL in 1951 with a degree in Music Composition. Seventy years later, in 2021 a statue called “Beautiful Day for a Neighbor” was created to honor his legacy. The front of the statue shows him interacting with a group of children, using his iconic Daniel Tiger puppet. The back side of the…
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Five Great Reasons to Visit Castillo de San Marcos
Castillo de San Marcos is an old historic Spanish located in the heart of St Augustine’s Historic District. As a result, it’s one of the top places to visit in St Augustine. This fort is a National Monument, therefore admission is free with an America the Beautiful National Parks Pass. If you don’t have a pass, admission is $15 for adults. Admission is also free during the St Augustine History Festival in May. Here are five reasons to visit Castillo de San Marcos, in no particular order: 1. Admire the Architecture of the Oldest Fort in the US The Castillo de San Marco was built by the Spaniards to defend…
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Visit Kainos Coffee in The Dalles for a Smooth cup of Perfectly Brewed Coffee
If you’re in The Dalles , start your morning off right with a visit in to Kainos Coffee for a delicious cup of coffee. Right away you will notice a fun, colorful space with geometric patterned walls accented with lots of indoor plants. On one side of the coffee shop is a row of tables and chairs, perfect for working remotely. The opposite side has a comfortable sofa and a fun coffee cup mural. The bourbon maple flavor was suggested to me by one of the friendly baristas and it was such a great choice. I ordered mine with almond milk and it was delicious. The beans were expertly roasted…
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How To Plan A Trip To Antelope Canyon
A trip to see Antelope Canyon is a bucket list destination for many adventurous travelers. In fact, Antelope Canyon sees over a million visitors every year. In this article I will share our experience and offer suggestions on how you can plan a trip to this underground wonderland. If Antelope Canyon is on Your Bucket List, Here is Everything You Need to Know to Plan Your Trip What is Antelope Canyon? Antelope Canyon is a slot canyon located on the Navajo reservation near Page, Arizona. The colorful sandstone walls are located under ground and are shaped by water and wind erosion. There are several slot canyons in the area. They…
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What You Need To Know About Renting A Car In Cabo
One of the best ways to explore Los Cabos is by renting a car and seeing the sites at your leisure. Although there are plenty alternate transportation options from the public bus, taxis and Uber, as well as tours that offer transportation, you will likely save money by renting a car and driving yourself. If flexibility, spontinaety and privacy are important during your vacation, I highly recommend renting a car during your stay. We have driven all over the Los Cabos area, all the way up to La Paz and back. I can say with confidence that it is a very safe area for tourists and we’ve always felt comfortable…
