Kirby Collins

Summer Beach Safety Tips for Florida Vacationers

When you're headed out to enjoy the beaches this summer here are some things to keep in mind to maximize the fun and minimize the chance of injury. Always take sunscreen and use it, it does no good unless applied liberally and often during the day. ... Read >

From Luxury Shopping to Eclectic Flea Markets, You'll Find it All in Florida

We lived in Atlanta during, what I consider, my formidable years 11-16, and if you know anything about Atlanta when I say there's a shopping mall on practically every corner I'm sure you'd agree. I loved to shop and Christmas time when most people would r... Read >

Getting Married in Key West, Florida - The Best I Do Ever

After two years of dating he popped the question, on Super Bowl Sunday no less, I was thrilled and obviously said 'yes, thus started the mad rush to get down the isle. Now this wasn't going to be the first time for either of us so we decided to keep it sm... Read >

Cocoa Beach is Surfing, Space Shuttle Launches and Living Well

Cocoa Beach has got to be one of the best Florida beaches of all; there is so much to do in such a small area, you see, Cocoa Beach is only 15 square miles and ten of that is water. When I am asked "What's so great about Cocoa Beach?" Many things spring t... Read >

Driving in Daytona is the Beach Experience You're Looking For

I've lived in Florida for a long time and one of the things I love about living here is the many places to go for just a day when you want to get away. Summer is a great time to visit any of our Florida beaches and when you live on the beach, as I do, sum... Read >

It's all about Fun at Fort Walton Beach, Florida

Just before you get to Pensacola traveling west in the Florida Panhandle you come to a great little town called Fort Walton Beach. If you're from the nearby states of Alabama, Georgia or Mississippi you may have spent a spring break or two in the area. F... Read >

Destin, Florida is a Great Little Fishing Town With Beaches Your Family Will Love

A longtime favorite of fishermen, in fact it started as a humble fishing village and today Destin, Florida is touted as the "World's Luckiest Fishing Village" they also claim to have the largest, best equipped fishing fleet in Florida docked in Destin Har... Read >

Spring Break Parties, MTV and White Sand Beaches, Now You're Talking About Panama City

So, it's coming up on Spring Break Vacation, you're siked to get out for a week or so, and you definitely want to get out of the old mundane scenery you're so used to. There are a variety of places you can go, but you really don't want to miss Florida, wh... Read >

Islands of Adventure and Universal Studios Orlando - Two Parks, One Place

No matter if you have come to Florida to escape the cold and stay warm, or just to enjoy the cool breezes; the time of year to visit Florida is not always relevant due to it's relatively close temperatures all year round, which makes perfect for places li... Read >

Jacksonville, a Florida Vacation Destination Offering Urban and Outdoor Fun

Jacksonville is one of my favorite cities in Florida because while it is very cosmopolitan it still has the same laid back feel as the rest of Florida. Jacksonville, Florida is the first major city in the Sunshine State, just 25 miles inside the boarder f... Read >

Cruise Ports in Florida Take You to the Caribbean and Beyond

Taking a cruise, even the mention of it is fun and relaxing. You can take cruises all over the world; to the Mediterranean, in the Baltic Sea, you can cruise to Alaska. If you live near Florida you are particularly lucky with Key West and all over the Car... Read >

Surfing, Seafood and Living in Cocoa Beach

Living in Cocoa Beach, Florida has many perks, it's surrounded by water which means you can enjoy any water sport you can think of and some, like kite boarding, the newest extreme water sport. In Cocoa Beach, you can drop a line from almost any bridge or... Read >

Fort Lauderdale is the Perfect Cruise Port with Beaches, Arts and Entertainment Fun

On recent trip to Fort Lauderdale a friend and I were really impressed with how the city has grown up. When we were younger we used to come down here for Spring Break and really enjoyed the area; an area that is now quite cultural but still fun. We've ... Read >

Daytona Beach is More Than Racing, Beaches and Biker Festivals, It's the Winter Time Escape You Need

I've lived in Central Florida for over 20 years and one of my favorite cities in the state is Daytona Beach. When I think of Daytona Beach several things come to mind. When I was younger I came for Spring Break a couple of years it was a blast. I remembe... Read >

A Floridian's View of Orlando Theme Parks and Attractions

In this day of everyone tightening their budgets vacations have taken a definite back row to other household needs but as the old adage goes," all work and no play…." More and more people are staying closer to home and seeking the best location to get t... Read >