Magic Sunrise Ballooning

If you are looking for a fun way to see the beautiful sunrises over central Florida where you can see places such as Disney World, Universal Studios and Sea World why not see it from a hot air balloon? Not only will you get a spectacular view but when landing in the field you will be treated with a champagne toast. There is also an unlimited breakfast buffet which will be at the meeting place. For parties of 2-4, the cost is $185.00 per person. Reservations are required and if you do need to be picked up from the hotel there is a $10.00 fee per person. Magic Sunrise Ballooning is located at the Clarion Main Gate West 7675 Iro Bronson Memorial Highway (Highway 192) Kissimmee, FL. 34747. For more information you can call 407-396-4000.

Vacation and Rental Homes in Florida

How would you like to have a vacation or just a get-away, where you can kick back and relax without having to adapt to hotel crowds? Sounds nice doesn't it? Well I just found this cool website that offers a great cost reducing alternative. I never thought to explore Vacation and Rental Homes in Fl. These vacation and rental homes come with kitchens and all the other benefits of being at home, except bill deliveries in the mail. The kitchens allow you to make your own meals, saving money for doing other things. This will save you a lot of time as well by not having to wait in long lines at restaurants. If you don't feel like fighting the crowds at water parks, not to worry, check out the pools that these Florida homes have. You won't be disappointed! Close enough to all the major theme parks, yet far enough away for peace and quiet. You'll be able to see why these are great places to stay when you come visit Florida!

St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum

Have you ever hear of a haunted lighthouse? There are people who claim that St. Augustine Lighthouse is haunted. Some people who have lived there also have died there. Back in 1859 at the first lighthouse a man did fall from the lighthouse. Then after that another man who was head keeper died from tuberculosis on April 1, 1889. His wife the took over as the head keeper. Then about five years later she died at the lighthouse but nobody knows how she died.

For only $25.00 you can enjoy a Sunset Moonrise which happens on each month for 2009, when at night it is a full moon. Enjoy a glass of champagne and some light hors d'oeuvre's which are included for this spectacular view. You do need to call in advance for reservations because space is limited.

If you would like to try your luck at ghost hunting, you can make reservations for the Dark Of The Moon Tour. This tour is $25.00 for adults and $20.00 for ages 7-11. Also, make sure you are prepared to climb up all those steps for that breath taking view! Don't forget to visit the museum so you can take home some treasures! St. Augustine Lighthouse and Museum is located at 81 Lighthouse Ave, Saint Augustine, Florida 32084. Telephone number is 904-829-0745.

Beaches of South Walton Video Guide

In matters of travel, video says a million words!

A Temporary Hiatus

An unfortunate emergency has prevented me from keeping 'up to date' with my blog. I've been a few thousand miles from Florida and will be back soon. Thank you for your continued support and readership. By the way, where I am the weather is cold and breezy and where I live in Florida, the weather is cold and breezy. Hmmm, I suppose I could do a weather report but I'm holding out for my husband to call me to tell me that snow actually did fall in central Florida this evening. We shall see!

Get The Upgrade You Need For Your Auto AC!

I just found this site that has ac compressors for cars like the Mitsubishi ac compressor. My AC in my car has stopped working and it is time I upgraded it. Here in Florida, the summer months are very hot and it is a must to have dependable ac working in your car here. Even if you don't live in Florida, it's great to have ac for all the other states out there with those hot summer months. Why feel uncomfortable when you can feel comfortable in your own car that has great ac in it?
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Fort Christmas Museum

Alright, I have to admit I never even knew there was a place called Fort Christmas in Christmas Florida. How cool is that? It is a historic village where a lot of the old cracker homes were moved to. Unfortunately the original Fort Christmas has rotted away. It was built a short distance away in 1837. There is a log cabin-like blockhouse which is the re-created fort. Fort Christmas is located at 1300 Fort Christmas, Florida 32709.

Get The Gear You Need

I am so glad there is a site I can go to and purchase things like Blackhawk Gear. I used to think that only the police could buy gear like this. I just found out that anyone can purchase from this site. I travel a lot and don't always have the best equipment with me. That's why I am so glad Blackhawk Gear provides a great quality product. They also have some great closeout items with great closeout prices! It is based on a first come first serve basis so don't wait too long to order these closeout items. With Christmas right around the corner Blackhawk Gear would make a great gift. They have everything from Blackhawk Warrior Wear to BlackHawk Videos.

ICE! at Gaylord Palms

If your looking for a fun thing to do for the Christmas Holiday Season then you may want to visit the Gaylord Palms in Orlando Florida. Right now until January 4, 2009 you can walk through an attraction called Ice! This attraction is almost two million pounds of ice which is hand-carved. This winter wonderland has hand-carved sculptures and monuments. You will see slippery ice slides, frozen creations and lots of holiday scenes. Please dress accordingly because this attraction is kept at a very cold 9 degrees. That's right, 9 degrees which is something we Floridians are not used to! So don't wear any open shoes. Keep those feet warm! You will be provided a hooded winter coat to wear to help keep you warm. Long pants are recommended. If you don't have any gloves and hats, you can purchase them at the gift shop there. Gaylord Palms is located at 6000 Osceola Parkway Kissimmee, Florida.

Personalized Holiday Gift Ideas

I was already running out of ideas for Christmas until I came across this website which is just what I have been looking for personalized holiday gifts. What is great about this site is that Pexagon is offering 20% off 4 awesome personalized holiday gift ideas from now until the end of the year! So for anyone who hasn't even started shopping yet, this is a great place to start. Maybe you have already been out there shopping. Then you may already know it isn't easy finding that perfect gift.
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I really like their personalized pens with 3 unique styles multi colors and a free line of personalized laser engraved text! Starting at $1.59 after discount. You can go and check what these pens look like just by going to the site.
Also don't forget to check out their Business Card Flash Drives. It looks like a business card but the back side hides a small USB cable (huge 2GB capacity) and the front side can be engraved for free with 3 lines of personalized text! Starting at $15.99 after discount.


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Highlands Hammock

Highlands Hammock is a state park which has a botanical garden. It also has nine hiking trails for those who enjoy hiking. If you like bicycling there is a three-mile loop drive. Do you have a horse? If so there is a horseback-riding trail here. A really good way to see the wildlife in remote areas of the park is by going on a ranger-led tram tour. You may even get to see some deer, a bear,or even a bobcat. Check out the Hammock Inn Restaurant which is located in the park. The food here is very good. They have an all you can eat fish fry on Friday nights and don't forget to order the Wild Orange Ice Cream and Pie which is also very good. This is a great place to come and go camping because of it's full-facility campground. Highlands Hammock is located at 5931 Hammock Road, Sebring, Florida 33872.

Save Big On The Ultimate Hunter's Package Deal By Nikon

If you are wondering what to get that special someone on your Christmas list or maybe your looking for something for yourself then why not check out the Nikon BDC Slam Hunter's Package. The Ultimate Hunter's Package contains:

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-$50 Nikon Pro Gift Card

This is all high quality hunting equipment in a great package with a savings of $144.90! Also if it's high-quality, rugged binoculars your looking for then check out Nikon Sport Optics. You can get an extra $20.00 off on Nikon Extreme ATB 10x50 binoculars but this is only for a limited time. So don't wait too long on Nikon's Ultimate Hunter's Package Deal while they are still in stock.

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park

Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is great place to go and see all kinds of wildlife in Florida. There is an observation tower where you can view the prairie. This 21,000-acre preserve has wild horses, alligators, bison and a huge variety of different kinds of birds. There are also eight trails here for horseback riding, bicycling, and hiking. Gasoline powered boats are not allowed on Lake Wauberg but canoes and boats with electric motors are. If you would like to stay overnight, there are full-facility campsites available. Paynes Prairie Preserve State Park is located at 100 Savannah Blvd. Micanopy, Florida 32667.

Say Goodbye to Belly Fat

I have been trying and trying to find different ways in loosing my belly fat. I have tried exercising and watching what I eat. Not only would I like to be able to loose my belly fat but I would like to start feeling healthier too. Belly fat can be dangerous because it can cause heart disease. Now you are probably thinking that there is no easy fix for getting rid of belly fat. I know I thought that also. Well you really can loose 15 pounds in 32 days. The best part is, you don't have to exercise. If you want to find out more check out buzz.prevention.com. which is offering the Flat Belly Diet book for free! This is from the editors of Prevention Magazine. I know, I couldn't believe it either. A few lucky women will be selected for this offer. This is what you will get if you are selected. You will get a free copy of the Flat Belly Diet book, if you successfully follow the program you will be eligible for a free 1-year membership to the Flat Belly Diet website and so much more! If there was ever a time to try loosing that stubborn belly fat now is the time. Don't miss out on this great offer. All you need to do is just go to their website and fill out their application form to see if you are eligible. Good Luck!!

Shipwreck Island Water Park

Shipwreck Island Water Park is fun for the whole family. There are so many different kinds of water rides here that will keep you entertained. They have everything from a large wave pool to The Tad Pole Hole which is designed for the younger kids. Life Guards are always on duty. There is also a picnic area and a gift shop. Even though you can't bring in any food or drinks into the park, they do have places where you can buy food and drinks inside the park. Shipwreck Island Water Park is located at 12001 Middle Beach Road Panama City Beach, Florida 32407.

Find The Right Auto Body Shop

If your anything like me then you will know the importance of maintaining your vehicle. Collision Repair Experts is an auto body shop which will restore your vehicle to it's pre accident condition. When you click on auto body shops anaheim you will find Collision Repair Experts in that area. You can make an inspection appointment right online. Their customer service is excellent and they will explain the repair process to you.

The Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens

The Caribbean Gardens is a beautiful botanical garden which was founded in 1919. In this 52-acre tropical garden there is a zoo where you will see anything from apes to zebras. The monkey island cruise is a fun cruise to take where you can check out the rare monkeys. There are also African wild dogs and Asian deer that barks and eats meat. They also have live animal and reptile shows. The Naples Zoo at Caribbean Gardens is located at 1590 Goodlette-Frank Road Naples, Florida 34102.

The Stress Institute

Stress can take a toll on the mind and the body. It can also effect the people around you. Here at the Stress Institute the can help in achieving work life balance. Not only do the programs they have here help prevent a wide variety of conditions but they also help in optimizing health and wellness. The stress institute can show you how to improve your happiness and well-being. They do this by teaching you how you can be aware of your choices just by living mindfully. It may be as simple as going for a walk and taking the time out notice the different sights around you. So many times we rush through our meals when instead, we should be taking our time eating and realizing just what our meals mean to us. These are just a few of the many ways this company can teach you how to live a more stress-free life.

Pirate Soul Museum

The Pirate Soul Museum is a museum that has real pirate artifacts. It is also has an authentic pirate treasure chest. There is a computer which tells stories about the world's notorious pirates. In one part of the museum, you feel like you are on the deck of a pirate ship. It is very cool and fun for the little ones. Then in another area, you feel as if you are in a pirate town which is Port Royal. In another area there is an audio room. It has headphones in this dark 6 person booth and you get to hear Blackbeard threaten to slit your throat! Of course this is not really recommended for little kids to listen to because it may be too scary for them. The Pirate Soul Museum is located at 524 Front Street, Key West Florida 33040.

Need Help Saving Your Marriage?

Many married couples are going through some hard times right now. Not knowing which way to turn can take a toll on any marriage. It also doesn't help knowing the divorce rate is around 50%. There are so many problems facing couples nowadays with one of them being lack of communication. It's nice to know married couples don't have to face their problems alone. It also good to know, help is just a phone call away. That is what the National Institute of Marriage is here for. They reach out to those couples in need. They have marriage counselors who are there to help couples build a stronger marriage. Isn't it better for couples to get the help they need now rather than wait until it's too late?

The National Institute of Marriage has the resources needed to help couples get through these trying times. They also have what it takes to get couples back on track to a healthier marriage. The programs they have here, have really helped couples find out just what's keeping them from a happy marriage and what they need to do in order to overcome their obstacles so they can move forward. It's ok to ask for help. Marriage doesn't have to end in divorce. Please check out the press release listed below.

Press Release:

With the national divorce rate around 50%, there is no doubt that many marriages run into communication problems at some point. There is a communication epidemic. The National Institute of Marriage has created marriage counseling programs and resources utilizing a structure that is the most powerful format they have found for helping couples who feel stuck and hopeless. They have designed several programs to help couples move past the barriers and experience the marriage of their dreams.
NIM's Intensive Marriage Counseling Programs are unique from weekly marriage counseling in three distinctive ways:

· Intensive Marriage Counseling Format: Committing to an extended amount of concentrated time like the 2 or 4 day Marriage Intensive allows people to get to the root of the problem and stick with it in order to work through it. If you’ve been in traditional marriage counseling before, you may have experienced how you spend the first half catching up from the week before, the second half getting into the real issues, and then the time is gone. The Intensive format is designed so that people have the chance to go deeper without many of the other distractions of daily life and have enough discuss to consider solutions.

· Efficiency: One of the first steps in the process is an extensive assessment with some questionnaires. This allows the therapists to gather background information and can get an idea of the best strategy to proceed before you arrive for your session.

· Marriage Counselors: The counselors at the National Institute of Marriage are specialists in this area. One analogy we like to use is that of the Mayo Clinic: people go to their regular physician but may be sent to a specialist to work with specific areas. The NIM marriage therapists have been trained in this format to maximize its effectiveness. Also, the NIM marriage counseling programs provide the perspectives and insight of two professionals rather than one.
If you are considering divorce, you must try the National Institute of Marriage before giving up. They have developed a continuum of care that meets couples wherever they may be in their relationship. Regardless of the health of their marriage they have a service that can help couples improve their marital satisfaction. Visit their website at http://www.nationalmarriage.com. Read the incredible testimonies from the couples that saved their marriages by attending a Marriage Intensive at the National Institute of Marriage.