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Looking for the best time to visit Florida or ideas on what to see and do when you visit? Get inspired with tips, photos, and information right here. And stay within the family travel budget!

A Florida Keys Getaway: Bakers Cay Review
Updated 5/16/22 We tested out a pandemic getaway after a few months months of staying home in 2020. I’d be lying if I said there was no anxiety, but we managed, and it was a relief to be out and about again (sort of). We tried to be careful about choosing where to go, what… Read More »A Florida Keys Getaway: Bakers Cay Review

How to Get Cozy During Bonfire Season in Florida
Keep in mind that some links are paid affiliate links. When you buy through these links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Any opinions expressed are not impacted by this. 5 Fun Bonfire Facts The British observe Guy Fawkes Day, also called Bonfire Night, on November 5 to commemorate the failure of… Read More »How to Get Cozy During Bonfire Season in Florida

Ways to Avoid Crowds during Summer Travel
Still trying to social distance but also want to get out and make up for lost travel times? Well, this is the list for you to make those summer plans from. Allianz Partners USA released its findings for the most popular destinations this summer based on 985,000 flight itineraries and trips that are 5 –… Read More »Ways to Avoid Crowds during Summer Travel

Free (and almost free) Sensible Miami Day Trips
The day trip list from Miami can be as endless as the options of things to do in Miami. Should you dare to want to spend time at a little slower pace, there are adventures in every direction. If you want a taste of the Keys, you can head South and find hiking, beaches, watering… Read More »Free (and almost free) Sensible Miami Day Trips

Fun Things to Do in Tampa Florida
Tampa is such a great vacation destination for families because of its proximity to the Gulf beaches and all of the attractions that you can enjoy from museums to waterfront adventures, and cultural sites. You can easily keep the family busy from sunup to sundown and still only see bits and pieces of the Greater… Read More »Fun Things to Do in Tampa Florida

Why Your Next Florida Coastal Vacation Should Be on Amelia Island
Why Vacation on Amelia Island? Amelia Island is one of the most charming Florida beach towns that you can visit. Not only is there plenty to do but there are grand resorts, tons of vacation rentals, familiar family style hotels, spectacular local cuisine, fine dining, luxury spas, unspoiled beaches, and a treasure trove of history… Read More »Why Your Next Florida Coastal Vacation Should Be on Amelia Island
Amazing Places & Beautiful Spaces – Reasons to Wander
Welcome to our family travel blog where you can see how to make the most of your time in a place, whether you’re there for a day or a week. You can follow in my footsteps or take away travel ideas for formulating your plan based on my research and ideas.
Most of the things you can do are free or very affordable local attractions. Save with discounts or loyalty points programs and memberships or enjoy all the freebies your travel destination has to offer. Most importantly, I specialize in multi-generational family travel and enjoy planning itineraries that make it fun for all ages. Flexibility is a must in order to take advantage of luxuries to be found for less.
Let the photos inspire you to wander and visit these beautiful places for yourself. Or live vicariously and simply enjoy the view. Travel to interesting places, amazing spaces, and leave no traces.