Miami Beach: Always a Circus Posted on May 25, 2020August 10, 2020 by Mandy Mizell Did you know the original mascot of Miami Beach was an Elephant? The story starts on Collins Avenue, this little stretch of A1A was purchased in the 1880s by John Collins of NJ with big plans of a coconut plantation. When that failed, Collins’ sons gave him the idea to make lots for lovely Miami Beach winter homes. Collins liked the idea, but the mangroves, noseeums and the occasional venomous snakes were daunting. He recruited some unique help, namely Carl Fischer (as in Fischer Island) who suggested using elephants to aid in bulldozing the salty swamp of the Venetian Islands. Continue Reading
A Walkthrough STA History, No Admission Required Posted on May 8, 2020May 8, 2020 by Mandy Mizell In my final phase of quarantine, I escaped to St. Augustine. I spent 43 days cooped up in my West Palm Beach home, with cabin fever slowly taking over my persona. I transitioned from “Stay Home” to STA FLA, and my spirits are elevated now that I am back to exploring Florida. There is an […] Continue Reading
FLOvid19: Florida Series to Binge During Lockdown Posted on April 13, 2020April 13, 2020 by Mandy Mizell We have two weeks left for the Florida Coronavirus Stay Home Order and your Netflix queue may be running low. If you are staring longingly out your window, still mourning that beaches are closed all spring, you certainly are not alone. In an effort to bring sunshine to your living room, I have scoured the […] Continue Reading
FLOvid19- A Complete Florida Foodie Take-Out Guide Posted on March 25, 2020March 25, 2020 by Mandy Mizell To Quickly Access Take-Out Guides, Click the Button for your Region We have almost made it through the second week of Isolation Vacation. If you have not given away your children or cut your own bangs then you’re doing great, sweetie. The first week was actually pretty glorious being forced to work from home. I […] Continue Reading
The Ultimate Guide to the Glades Posted on March 19, 2020May 8, 2020 by Mandy Mizell Out of all the Florida Travel Tips I have shared, my Everglades trip has been the most repeated by my FLomad community. Over the course of a few trips, I have tested these best spots and things to do in The Everglades. You will never forget your time in The Glades, this river of grass […] Continue Reading
Retro Resort Review: Postcard Inn Islamorada Posted on March 1, 2020March 19, 2020 by Mandy Mizell I have a deep love for Old Florida motels. When I see breezeblocks or a neon sign, I squeal inside. I moved to FL when I was 6, but before my family lived here we stayed at Midcentury “Mom ‘n’ Pop” motels. I remember thinking how cool it was that they had HBO and I […] Continue Reading
The Local Spots in Downtown St. Augustine Posted on February 16, 2020August 10, 2020 by Mandy Mizell The Local Spots series is a highlight reel of favorite local businesses and landmarks that have made an impact on the community, source Fresh from Florida or play an incremental role in the town’s history. If your stay in a Florida destination is brief, this series will serve your needs as you live local. I […] Continue Reading
Roadside Florida Selfie Stop Roundup Posted on February 10, 2020August 10, 2020 by Mandy Mizell My life is a Florida roadtrip. Aside from seeking the best Florida travel destinations for this blog, I work 9-5 on the road in sales which calls for long days on the road. I became fascinated with roadside attractions when I consistently passed a giant orange along US-1 in Rockledge. After a long day of […] Continue Reading
5 Spots for Sweets in the Sunshine State Posted on February 10, 2020March 19, 2020 by Mandy Mizell As I live a FLOmadic life, I am seeking the best desserts and treats with flavor that is unique to Florida. I was once told that calories do not count on vacation, and although the statement defies logic, I roll with it. I have created a roundup of the “5 Best Spots for Sweets in […] Continue Reading
Death or Glory Bar in Delray Posted on February 7, 2020March 19, 2020 by Mandy Mizell On a side street in Delray Beach there is a hidden Tiki oasis, tucked in a carport of a historical home built. Death or Glory is a young establishment with two years of business under its belt, but its building sitting at 116 NE 16th Avenue helped write the story of Delray Beach. Death or […] Continue Reading
