John McNamara

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Cape Canaveral, Florida Outta This World

Cape Canaveral, Florida Outta this World

Cape Canaveral, Florida is situated in the central East Coast of the state midway between Jacksonville and Miami. The history of Cape Canaveral and its region is fascinating. It dates back to an astounding 10,000 years ago, when the Ais and Timicuan Native Americans journeyed to the area. They settled there for the extraordinary fishing, and survived through much hardship up until the Colonial times. There was much European and Spanish exploration of the region. At first, the Cape region…

This Is What Hilary & Ron Had To Say About Their Trip To Amelia Island And St. Augustine, FL

This is what Hilary & Ron had to say about their trip to Amelia Island and St. Augustine, FL

We returned to Florida in February and traveled up North. We had made friends with someone through the Net and we were invited to stay with them....where? Amelia Island!  It has to be one of our favorite places in the State. We loved it. The best way we could describe it to friends back home was that it reminded us of the set in the movie Jaws.....Amityville. Full of old world charm and so pretty. We would certainly recommend a…

Old Florida Attractions And Theme Parks

Old Florida Attractions and Theme Parks

If you are a visitors who wishes to travel back-in-time, you can experience an exciting and satisfying trip to the Sunshine State. From attractions and theme parks, Florida offered as many enticing things for the last generation to see, as it does now. Grandparents and parents alike can bring their families to Florida to encounter the same exciting adventures they experienced as children. Today, Disney World and Universal Orlando draw millions of visitors each year. However, during the ‘50s, Cypress…

Parrot Jungle Island Miami Now Jungle Island Miami

Parrot Jungle Island Miami Now Jungle Island Miami

  Jungle Island (it used to be called Parrot Jungle Island) is one of those attractions in South Florida that has been around so long that most South Florida residents have been there. It’s like the Statue of Liberty. Eventually, most residents of New York will visit in their lifetime. Jungle Island has lived two lives during its existence; the original Parrot Jungle established in 1911 in Dade County, and the new Jungle Island, which opened in June 2003, located on…

Tarpon Fishing In The Florida Keys

Tarpon Fishing in the Florida Keys

You're entranced by the crystal clear bluish green water and you find your mind drifting. You notice how the color is reflected in the small clouds above you. It's been fifteen minutes since the last string of tarpon has passed the skiff. The skiff rocks gently as the guide shifts his weight. Suddenly, you're back at ground zero. After the last attempt at the fish, you're looking for a rock to crawl under. Your casting stroke looks as though you're…

Dolphin Shows And More In Miami

Dolphin Shows and More in Miami

I spent the day with my sister and her children at the Miami Seaquarium. It was a beautiful March day and we really enjoyed the Dolphin Show, Sea Lion Show, and the whole park in general which was a lot of fun which made it an exciting day for everyone. If you are looking for something different than swimming with the dolphins Miami, then you need to come to the Seaquarium for the animal shows and exhibits. Check out there…