So, now that 2017 is over and My Year of Adventure is over – now what?! I discovered throughout last year that I really enjoyed having a “series” to write on the blog. So, I thought long and hard about what would be a good series for 2018. What I decided, and I’m super excited… Continue reading Visit Deland ~ A Central Florida Day Trip You’ll Want to Make
Category: Travel
Blue Springs ~ The Beautiful & Real Florida You Need to See
For the year of 2017, I have challenged myself to a Year of Adventure! While I’m certainly not jetting off on adventures every week, I am trying to get out and about locally more. This week I went to one of my favorite local spots ~ Blue Springs State Park. We usually go a little… Continue reading Blue Springs ~ The Beautiful & Real Florida You Need to See
Travel Gift Ideas that will Make You the Holiday Hero!
Are you needing some travel gift ideas for the Travel Lover in your life? I’ve got some great, unique travel gifts for you to peruse! I’ve got ideas for stocking stuffers, around the home or on the road! There should be something for everyone!! Stocking Stuffers Travelers will Love Check out these great… Continue reading Travel Gift Ideas that will Make You the Holiday Hero!
Kennedy Space Center from Orlando ~ An Epic & Amazing Day Trip
Last week the Hubby and I took a day off together and spent the day at Kennedy Space Center. Not that we’re nerds or anything, but this is how we celebrated our 19th wedding anniversary, lol. I had been to KSC with school field trips (both as a kid and an adult chaperone). But, going… Continue reading Kennedy Space Center from Orlando ~ An Epic & Amazing Day Trip
What Things to Pack for a Trip & What Mistakes to Avoid!
This past week was definitely full of adventure – new experiences, new places and new people. And, on top of all of that, I discovered that I made several serious packing mistakes! So, I’m going to share 5 Tips to avoid my packing mistakes so you’ll know what things to pack for a trip next… Continue reading What Things to Pack for a Trip & What Mistakes to Avoid!
The Ringling Museum a Fascinating & Unique Museum
If you happen to be on the West Coast of Florida, I highly recommend a trip to the Ringling Museum in Sarasota. What was once the home of John and Mable Ringling is now the greatest museum on the Gulf Coast! Your entrance fee includes: The Grounds, The Museum of Art, the Ringling Circus Museum… Continue reading The Ringling Museum a Fascinating & Unique Museum
Visit Tarpon Springs ~ an Easy Day Trip from Orlando!
Want to try something different this weekend? If you are anywhere in the Central Florida area, I highly recommend a Day Trip to visit Tarpon Springs, Florida! Back in the early 1900s, sponges were discovered in the water off the coast of Tarpon Springs. This attracted Greek sponge divers to the area, which is now… Continue reading Visit Tarpon Springs ~ an Easy Day Trip from Orlando!
How to Survive Hurricane Season on Vacation
Most of the time when we plan a family vacation, we do so months in advance. And, typically, family vacations are in the summer – working around the school calendar. Which, as you may or may not realize puts your family vacation to Orlando, the beach or Caribbean smack in the middle of Hurricane Season! … Continue reading How to Survive Hurricane Season on Vacation
Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek ~ A Hotel Review
So, just to be clear, this is NOT a paid endorsement or an affiliate post. I just really enjoyed my stay at the Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek and wanted to share it with you! All views and opinions are my own. Overview The Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek is a beautiful property! Located right down by… Continue reading Hilton Orlando Bonnet Creek ~ A Hotel Review
Orlando Day Trip and a Frugal Animal Adventure
So you’ve come to Orlando to do all the parks ~ that’s great! And hey, thanks for coming! We, for the most part, love our tourists in Central Florida! And, obviously, we love it down here, so we “get” why you’re coming! Today I have for you an Orlando Day Trip that you’ll love! It’s… Continue reading Orlando Day Trip and a Frugal Animal Adventure
My ABC’s of Traveling ~ A Fun Look Back!
Celebrate My One Year Anniversary!! Guess what guys! It’s my one year blogging anniversary week!! I can’t believe A Book Lover’s Adventures has been around for a year already. In celebration, I thought I would have a little fun today. So, here’s my ABC’s of Traveling! Feel free to cut and paste and do your… Continue reading My ABC’s of Traveling ~ A Fun Look Back!
Top 7 Travel Lodging Options for Family Vacation!
Are you headed out on vacation this year? Hopefully you’ve budgeted your money and are prepared for the costs associated with vacationing! Vacations are big money, depending on where you go and what you do. According to the blog Stuffed Suitcase, the average cost of a week-long vacation for a family of four is about… Continue reading Top 7 Travel Lodging Options for Family Vacation!