The South Florida Traveler

 A few weeks ago a did a post titled “The Best Place to Raise Your Kids in South Florida” and one titled “America’s Most Beautiful Cities.” Although, it is great to savor the beauty in the area, it is also wise to be aware of some of the areas to avoid if you are looking for a safe place to live. I was tipped off to the latest report by Rick from South Florida Daily Blog regarding a study done titled City Crime Ranking 2008-2009. Cities were ranked according to the following factors: murder, rape, robbery, aggravated assault, burglary, and …read more

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For the past few months, I have been busy blogging away at Southern Byways, but I am happy to let you know that I am back, and will be keeping you updated on the best of South Florida. And for those of you who missed me while I was gone, here’s a little sampling of what I was up to:

America in Bloom named Stuart, Florida, one of America’s most beautiful cities. They were noted for the special attention they pay towards environmental awareness. To find out what other cities made the list, check out my post.
Ready to Chill? Orlando just …read more

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In a town that is magical and is filled with theme parks, dancing and a symphony of entertainment on every corner, Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center absolutely amazes me. Best known for the elaborate Convention Center, Gaylord Palms is a city in itself. Located just 5 minutes away from Walt Disney World in Kissimmee, this 2.1 million square foot resort rings “The Sunshine State” from every corner. Having a greenhouse feel to it, this resort seems to be a hotel tucked away in a hotel.
Luckily for me, I was invited to experience the Gaylord Palms a few weeks ago …read more

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