First things first, Florida is totally huge, with so much diversity for just one state. This all means that there’s a bunch of incredible things to do and a heap of the best places in Florida that are dotted all across the state. Though, if I’m honest, it can be hard to whittle down a … Continue Reading

One of the largest cities in Florida, Jacksonville has a lot going for it! From an unspoilt coastline, gorgeous beaches and galleries galore, there’s a heap of the best things to do in Jacksonville dotted all across the city.  Now, although Jacksonville may not get the same attention as some of its Floridian city siblings, … Continue Reading

Orlando needs a little introduction! With the most iconic theme parks in Florida, it’s one place that’s filled with thrills, spills and so much more. That being said, there are loads more to see in Florida that’s within easy reach from Orlando – especially when you consider the best day trips from Orlando that operate all … Continue Reading

Thanks to the amazing weather in Florida all year round, there are a whole host of things to do when you visit Florida but one of the key attractions is most definitely taking a visit to The Everglades. The Everglades is a UNESCO World Heritage site and is the largest designated sub-tropical wilderness reserve on … Continue Reading

The Florida Keys is hands down one of the best places to visit in Florida – especially so if you’re in the mood for the perfect sunshine-filled vacation. Stretching from Biscayne to Dry Tortugas National Parks, there’s a heap of the best things to do in the Florida Keys dotted all across the islands. This … Continue Reading

Not to be confused with Hollywood in Los Angeles, Hollywood in Florida has a totally different vibe; think fewer films and more pristine beaches and iconic street art! Nestled on the coast, between Fort Lauderdale and Miami, Hollywood is a Floridian city that’s perfect to visit. Not only that, there’s a heap of the best … Continue Reading

Prior to a few weeks ago, Fort Lauderdale wasn’t really a place I knew too much of. I think all I knew of it until we actually visited was that it was a place you caught the cruise ships from when you were in Florida. Seeing as I’ve never actually been on a cruise, I … Continue Reading

Miami has earned itself a pretty epic reputation over the last century, often referred to as a magic city, it’s not hard to see why. There are so many fun things to do in Miami that you really can’t miss. One of the main reasons I was itching to visit Miami was for its beautiful … Continue Reading

After exploring the beautiful street art in Hollywood and stopping off for a bite to eat, we decided to have a little jaunt around Hollywood, Florida – which, in a lot of ways, looks and feels pretty similar to Hollywood in LA with its palm tree-lined avenues and rather cool and sometimes quirky houses. We stopped … Continue Reading

Waking up to that amazing Floridian sunshine has got to be one of the best ways to start a holiday! What makes it even better is starting the day slowly with an amazing breakfast and boy does The Diplomat do a mean breakfast! Like seriously, it’s the kind that makes you sneak extras out so … Continue Reading

This one is off the beaten track and one that a lot of people who visit Florida (especially from the UK) have never heard of or even considered. It effectively involves renting a tube (approximately $5 for one or $10 if you’re feeling really swanky and want one with mesh underneath to cool your bum) … Continue Reading

The gorgeous beachside city of Pensacola is just beautiful to visit when in Florida. It’s one of those Floridian spots popular for a very good reason; its beaches! Though, don’t be fooled into thinking that’s all that the city has going for itself. There are heaps of cool spots and the very best things to … Continue Reading

Just shy of the bright lights of Miami, the beaches of Fort Lauderdale and the iconic murals in Hollywood, the Everglades is a stunner of a place to visit in South Florida. That being said, it can be hard to pinpoint just a few of the best things to do in Everglades National Park if … Continue Reading

It’s been a while since I’ve visited a place and just felt like I wanted, nay – needed, to stay for much longer. Typically, I plan my time well enough on my travels (at least, well enough for me) that when ‘home time’ comes rolling on, I’m very content and happy to head back home. … Continue Reading