A must experience while in Ybor City Having several great meals at the Columbia in St. Augustine, we knew what to expect. Actually, there at three Columbia establishments in Tampa. There is no question that the original location in Ybor City has abundance of history and character. Focusing mainly on Spanish and Cuban dishes, this restaurant has been here…
Where the locals eat Not on the main street of Duval, this place is easy to miss, but hard to forget. After visiting Key West many times, a local told us about El Siboney. A unique Cuban restaurant exists on 900 Catherine Street, a few blocks east of south Duval Street. El Siboney is tucked into a neighborhood. It is…
Fun Time My friend recommended Tigertail Airboat Tours as it was his third time with the company. We had just visited “Shark Valley” via the National Park Service which is a few miles west of Tigertail Airboat Tours. We did try to call for a reservation at 305-439-2745, but there was no response. But, we stopped anyway and got right…
Three may keep a secret, if two are quiet Our first “experience” with a Roy’s Restaurant was on the Big Island of Hawaii. We were happily surprised to see one located in Orlando, Florida along Sand Lake Road. They are well known for cooking from scratch and making delicious meals based on a Pacific Rim theme, or as Roy’s calls…
One of the Best Grills in Stuart What really stands out at this Bonefish is the friendly service. We are on first name basis with many of the crew like, Eric, Andrew, Tracy, Hayley, Spencer, Howard, Brooklyn and Tom. We never had a bad meal here in our many years of patronizing this location. My wife loves the Salmon and…
A Few Tips on the Food and Wine Festival The weather can still be hot at the end of September and the beginning of October. Many Floridians—like myself—like EPCOT it when it gets cooler. When you do leave this beautiful park, you are like everyone else, “Every Person Comes Out Tired.” On the first day of the Festival there are…
An oasis found in the midst of Orlando’s mega attractions After visiting Orlando countless times since I was 12, we came across by word of mouth Harry P. Leu’s Gardens. Located off of I-4 East on Princeton Street, the Leu Gardens is an exceptional 49 acre gardens filled with old oaks, camellias, roses and most everything you can grow in…
Best Bargain to dine in Downtown Disney Disney as many of you know is expensive. There is a reason why Disney stock in flying high. But, there are deals to be had. One of the eateries we found not only being good, but reasonable, is Earl of Sandwich, on the eastern end of Downtown Disney. The word is out as…
A few tips to help you, staying at the Dolphin is an experience Having stayed at the Dolphin numerous times, I will write about our experiences for my 100th review for Trip Advisor. The Dolphin is larger of the two properties, the Swan being the other. They both share a wonderful pool complex, and basically everything is interchangeable. It…
Don’t overlook this resort, well worth a stay Having stayed in many of the Buena Vista hotels, we found it refreshing to come across the “B” Resort. A sleek modern resort filled with all the amenities and only a short walk away to Downtown Disney. This resort is a great alternative to the Hilton’s and Wyndham’s in the area. The…