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                  So, I decided to take an exploratory  drive away from Orlando and see what I could I find and what adventure I could get into during my travels. I came across this beautiful little fort right in the middle of nowhere about  45 minute drive from downtown Orlando . This fort date backs to the early pioneer days of Florida late 19th century and early 20th century. Upon first glance I thought I was lost and sure felt like it. I mean I think I heard the banjos playing in the distance and saw some creepy kid in the woods, but my curiosity did get the best of me, so I continued forward.                  The drive started on Colonial Dr (SR50) East towards Cape Canaveral . Though there was a lot of traffic, which is unusual for a Saturday, especially in the winter, but once you pass Alafaya trail the traffic gets lighter. I continued East on SR50 where...

                                                                      Azalea Park Buddha                  When we think of Orlando we think of the theme parks and the nightlife, which is why many tourists come to Orlando . Did you know there are  places in Orlando where you can go explore and that have nothing to do with the theme parks? Well on my adventures throughout the city I have wanted to find several places that I can share with you to show you how beautiful Orlando is away from the theme parks. Also the best part is it will not break your budget. How about that? This is especially fun for the  outdoor enthusiast preferably for the beginner, but if you just like a nice quiet place to walk in nature this will definitely fulfill that urge...

  Ride Share or Taxi?                      This is a great question, as we have become accustomed to using  ride share to get around. Basically ride share has become our way of life and it is fairly safe in spite of the horror stories you read, which are not frequent. Aren't we glad? One thing I recommend when you arrive to your  destination is to use a licensed taxi, which can be found in airports, hotels have lists of licensed taxi's we can take, and they even provide the telephone call to the  taxi company to help you get around. However; most people do not think about doing one simple tactic that has the potential to save your life when you travel.                     Prior to you entering the taxi walk around the rear of the  taxi/ride share vehicle and take a picture of the license plate. This does several things; 1). It puts...

  Free ? Discounts?               We all know about "Trip Advisor*" and how guests rank hotels and the service they received from staff, the amenities they received, and the cleanliness of the hotel/resort, but did you know "Trip Advisor*" is your best friend and they actually benefit you when you stay at a resort/hotel. The review system works and hotels/resorts appreciate the feedback they receive from guests from all over the world and for the most part hotels/resorts try to make it right when there is a bad review. Did you know you can use the review system of "Trip Advisor" to get  free or reduced amenities  when you are currently staying at the hotel/resort and you do not have to wait to leave? Let me explain.  Failed Amenities                When you hop over to the hotel/resort and you arrive tired, but the amenities you asked for are not there and the hotel/resort fai...

  Is My Stuff Safe?          When you think about traveling and  booking that vacation or staycation are you concerned about who is going into your room to clean? Well, you should be. Here's why. Many hotels employ there own staff to clean rooms and the public areas and for the most part they are well vetted and are honest, but we are not going to concern ourselves with the hotels that have in-house staff that work hard to make your vacation a great experience. We will tell you about the hotels and resorts that hire third party cleaning services with no vetting and no background checks, which could potentially put you the guest at risk.        Reduced Control         The issues with outsourcing housekeeping at a  hotel are varied and one that not only puts you the guest at risk, but also your personal safety. When outsourcing the housekeeping functions of the hotel the management has no cont...

  2-3 Minutes Response?       Calling 9-1-1 is no guarantee that emergency vehicles will hop to your rescue right away. In fact the average  travel time of emergency vehicles is 2 to 3 minutes? Yup, you read that right. A lot can happen to you in that amount of time. Think for a minute how vulnerable your life is and how much can happen to you in 2 or 3 minutes before they actually travel to your location to help you. That is a lot of time.       Be Prepared           How do you become prepared? Well here is a proven method that will give you  an edge  over responding emergency vehicles when they hop to your rescue. Any second you can get to stack the odds in your favor are a win win. But what about if this is your babies and you need to treat them fast? Well, something as easy as a  first aid kit  will protect your babies and add more life saving time.  Who I am       ...