August 19, 2026
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Family Local Jewels Top Lists

3 Reasons Why You Will Enjoy Lake Louisa State Park

About 20 miles west of Orlando in Clermont, lies the quaint Lake Louisa State Park. In my book this state park is hidden gem. Not because it is super fancy, or has a special attraction, but because it is full of wildlife and just about the closest you can get to the “real” Florida without leaving

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Dining Disney Food

D-Luxe Burger in Disney Springs – Top 3 Reasons to Eat Here

On my last trip to Disney Springs, I came across D-Luxe Burger, which is right in the heart of Town Center. This restaurant caught my eye because of its southern ranch style theming on the outside, including the wrap around porch, the rustic chandeliers and the wrought iron décor on the inside. Below are my top

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Dining Entertainment Night Life

Mangos Tropical Cafe | Music – Mojitos and More | Orlando

When I first heard about Mangos Tropical Café, I really didn’t know what to expect. Everyone was talking about it and everyone was super stoked it was coming to Orlando. I am originally from South Florida, and yes I know there has been a Mangos Tropical Cafe on South Beach for a very long time, but

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Food Shopping Top Lists

Disney Springs ALL NEW Town Center Top 10

Disney Springs just unveiled its newest Town Center addition and it is amazing! So much to do and so much to see and if you have been there before, it looks nothing like it used to. Let’s cut to the chase and let me share the list of the TOP 10 things I discovered! DISNEY SPRINGS TOWN

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Adventure Family

Screamin Gator Zip-line

When someone first told me about the Screamin’ Gator Zip-line course at Gatorland, I thought they were joking? Zip-lining over thousands of alligators? No way… they wouldn’t do that. Well, yes… yes they have! And during my visit to Gatorland last week, I had the chance to give it a go. When I arrived at the

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Adventure Roller Coaster SeaWorld - Busch Gardens

VIP Rides on SeaWorlds Newest Coaster Mako

Want to be one of the first to ride SeaWorld’s newest, fastest, longest roller coaster Mako? Well now’s your chance! Give Kids the World Village (GKTW) is auctioning off the seats that will allow the winners to be among the first to ride Mako coaster on June 8th, before the grand opening which is set

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Family Local Jewels Top Lists

Top 5 New (and old) Things To Do at Gatorland

  I am sure living in Orlando, most of us have visited Gatorland at least once or twice.  But when was the last time you have been there?  Until recently, I probably hadn’t been there in about 10 years.  Wow, have things changed!  I have to admit, in the early 1990’s I worked at Gatorland

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Disney News Sports

Invictus Games 2016 Wrap-up

In case you didn’t know, the 2016 Invictus Games was held this past week at Disney’s Wide World of Sports.  The Invictus Games are designed to aid in the recovery process of our wounded warriors.  Like the Olympics, 14 different countries participate making up over 500 athletes from around the world.  It was a truly

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Bargains Local Jewels Mount Dora

Rennigers Flea Market – A Lake County Gem!

Just a little north of Orlando is the quaint community of Mount Dora. Mount Dora has many, many fabulous places to visit for a dinner, a day or a weekend. One of its most humble spots is Renningers Flea Market and Antique Market.   Situated right off of 441 you can’t really miss Renningers as you

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Dining Food Kissimmee

New York Style Pizza – Check Out Broadway Pizza Bar

When I was a kid I did not like pizza, I can remember in 3rd grade having the lunch lady make me PB&Js on pizza day. Then in 4th grade we moved to Florida. A friend invited me over for dinner and they were having pizza from Domino’s. “Don’t they hurt your teeth? I have

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