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Author Archives: J. Matlock, Director of Fantasies
The Old Course Hotel – Home of Golf
St Andrews is the mecca of the golf world and to play the oldest golf course in the world is on every golfer’s to-do list. The Old Course Hotel has to be every golfer’s dream accommodation. It may well be … Continue reading
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Lobster Haven is Lobster Heaven
Over the years one finds that some of the best places to eat are not fancy; sometimes border lining on being considered a dump. One such hidden gem is tucked away in a strip mall on Hillsborough Avenue right before … Continue reading
A Day with the Fishes at The Florida Aquarium
Living in Florida definitely has its advantages, one of the best being that almost the entire state is wrapped in a wonderful mantle of beautiful sand beaches that fan out into gorgeous ocean views. There is easy access for divers and … Continue reading
It’s All Greek To Me – Hellas Restaurant and Bakery
Hellas means ‘Greece’ in Greek. By the crowd waiting outside to get in, it should also mean “there is a good reason to try out our restaurant”. Open since 1970, this is one popular place. Be aware that Hellas is … Continue reading
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Tagged Bakery, Florida Beaches, Greek Food, Restaurants, Tarpon Springs
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Favorite Florida State Park & Beach Pick – Honeymoon Island State Park
Four wonderful miles of mostly quiet white sand beaches including a pet beach section that is not overrun by tourists, a slice of real Florida nature and helpful facilities including bathhouses, plenty of parking, snack bar, various rentals and a nature … Continue reading
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Tagged Beaches, Best Beaches, Birdwatching, Dog Beach, Fishing, Florida State Parks, Kayaking, Swimming, Tampa Bay
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Era ends for “White Queen of the Gulf”
While trying to decide what my inaugural blog entry would be, some bittersweet news came to my attention about one of my favorite hotels here in the Tampa Bay area . The fate of the Belleview Biltmore Resort and Spa … Continue reading
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Tagged Belleview Biltmore, Tampa Bay, Victorian Hotels
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