In the famous misquote, F. Scott Fitzgerald says: “The rich are different from you and me.” Ernest Hemingway replies: “Yes. They have more money.” The sedate island of Palm Beach thumbs its Worth Avenue nose at Miami’s flamboyant South Beach. Winter elite never carry cash and party on yachts the size of RMS Queen Mary …
Tag: Florida
May 12 2021
Artist Spotlight: Dale Chihuly Glass Art
Today we are celebrating one of the world’s most talented blown glass artists, Dale Chihuly, who has a number of amazing exhibits around the United States to be seen. Many of these photos are from both permanent installations and traveling exhibits, and it’s fascinating to see how some of the same sculptures give different impressions in …
Oct 24 2019
The Tombstones and Creepy Old Crypts of Walt Disney World’s Haunted Mansion
Dear Lou… We just love the Haunted Mansion! Every time we go, we just love looking at the graves in front of the entrance, and we just noticed the mausoleum at the exit. Were they always there (I don’t remember the mausoleum)? And are the names on the graves of real people or just made-up? …
Apr 11 2018
Disneyland, CA Versus Florida’s Walt Disney World
Many people wonder which theme park area is better, Disneyland in California or Walt Disney World in Florida. Having been to both parks, I have come to the conclusion that the answer is not an easy one. Both areas are so unique that at times it feels like one is trying to compare apples to …
Mar 31 2018
Highlights from Epcot’s Flower & Garden Fest 2018
This marks the 25th year of Epcot’s Flower & Garden Fest, where visitors can enjoy fantastical gardens with Disney character topiaries, a variety of flavorful food and drink offerings including an enticing violet lemonade, and of course lots of adorable goodies to shop for in Walt Disney World. If you haven’t had a chance to visit …