In this episode we interview Walt Disney World expert, Lou Mongello. Lou is a legend in the world of travel podcasting, with his WDW Radio podcast that started in 2005 ! Lou has been going to the parks since they opened in 1971, and lives in Orlando and is very passionate about all things Disney. In this episode, talks about the magic of the Disney experience, why he still enjoys it so much, and gives great tips to both Disney newbies and Disney experts. A published author, keynote speaker and business coach, Lou truly enjoys what he does and it shows! We greatly enjoyed doing this interview, and we know you'll enjoy listening to it.

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00:00) Introduction
(02:04) Florida Travel News
(13:33) Florida Travel Tips
(16:13) Main Topic : How to enjoy Walt Disney World interview with Lou Mongello and his WDW Radio podcast

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In our first official interview podcast episode, we are thrilled that we've been able to interview Jacksonville Beach local Alban Brooke, who just happens to be the head of marketing for Buzzsprout, our podcast hosting company. Alban loves living in Jax Beach, and he's always willing to talk about why he loves it and share tips and suggestions for people who may want to visit there. Whether you're a golfer coming to play the awesome courses, or an avid traveller looking for a Florida trip that's a little more "off the beaten path", this trip is for you. As Heather always says, "travel like a local" !

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Alban's suggestions from this episode :

Beaches

• Mayport: "Industrially raw, with a strong naval and fishing presence."
• Atlantic Beach: "Tranquil and suburban, occasionally veering into the mundane."
• Neptune Beach: "Small-town charm meets trendy up-and-coming energy."
• Jax Beach: "Vibrant social scene with a mix of bars, festivals, and surf culture."
• Ponte Vedra: "Affluent and exclusive, focused on luxury and status."

Where to stay

• Ponte Vedra Inn ($550/night)
  • Pool, gym
  • Restaurants on the ocean
  • Ocean Course
  • Lagoon Course
• One Ocean ($200/night)
• Palms ($215/night)

Things to do

• Beaches: Surf, swim, sunbathe, beach cruise
• Intercostal: fish, kayak, small hikes,
• Explore: Hanna Park up in Mayport, beach access, pond, trails
• Shop: shop in Atlantic Beach Town Center
• Golf: TPC Sawgrass, Jax Beach, get onto private course

Restaurants & bars

• Lunch
  • Hanger Bay - Hellfire Ramen, fried chicken, Saporro beer
  • Angies Subs/Angies Grom - Peruvian Sub with knick nack, toasted on white, fries with ranch, sweeeet tea
  • Bearded Pig - Brisket, beans
• Casual Dinner
  • Valley Smoke - Brisket and bourbon
  • Taco Lu - Banging shrimp, carne royal, and Deer & Beer (Dos X Amber)
• Nice dinner
  • O-Ku
  • North Beach Fish Camp - Blackened Catch with Grits, Collards & Tasso Ham Gravy
    • Seafood should be fresh caught from Mayport that day
  • Dwights - Sea Bass, ravioli, glass of wine
• Bars
  • Lemon Bar - Lime gatorade
  • Casa Marina rooftop - mixed drink
    • skipping Margarittaville and Surfer
  • Mangos
• After the bars - Biggies Pizza

Over the ditch

• Jax Zoo
• Jaguars game
• Jumbo Shrimp
• Jax Theater
• Towncenter to shop

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Florida is famous for well known beaches like Miami Beach, Clearwater-St Pete, Sanibel Captiva, Daytona Beach, and Fort Lauderdale. In the second episode of this series we'll talk about lesser known beaches that experienced Florida travelers and locals prefer. From Seaside Beach all the way around the state to Perdido Key, we'll talk about some fantastic beaches that many of you have never heard of. This is part 2 of a 2 part series !

Cigar City Brewery Taproom Tampa

James Beard Awards

Florida Sportsman Project Dreamboat in Stuart

Tampa Bay Kids Triathlon

Space Coast Burger Battle

North Beach Park, Amelia Island

Boneyard Beach

Velano Beach

Cocoa Beach

Ron Jon Surf Shop Cocoa Beach

Vero Beach

Juno Beach

Loggerhead Marinelife Center

Delray Beach

Fort Zachary Taylor State Park Beach

TigerTail Beach

Yoga on the Beach, Key West

Fort Desoto Park Beach

Sand Key Park

Fort Island Beach State Park

Cape San Blas

Mexico Beach

Rosemary Beach

Grayton Beach

(00:00) Introduction
(07:37) Florida Travel News
(16:48) Florida Travel Tips
(19:31) Main Topic : How to enjoy Florida's Off the Beaten Path Beaches Part 2

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Florida is famous for well known beaches like Miami Beach, Clearwater-St Pete, Sanibel Captiva, Daytona Beach, and Fort Lauderdale. In this episode we'll talk about lesser known beaches that experienced Florida travelers and locals prefer. From Fernandina Beach all the way around the state to Perdido Key, we'll talk about some fantastic beaches that many of you have never heard of.

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Florida Man Games

Florida list of "U-pick" farms

Brightline Train mailing list

Easter Sunday Service at Raymond James Stadium

Tortuga Music Festival schedule

Episode #11, How to have a great Florida beach day

Fernandina Beach Downtown Guide

St Augustine Beach

New Smyrna Beach

Playalinda Beach

Hutchinson Island Beaches

Blowing Rocks Preserve

Bahia Honda State Park Beach

Cayo Costa State Park

Boca Grande Beach

Lovers Key State Park

Pass a Grille Beach

Caladesi Island Beach

Honeymoon State Park Beach

Fred Howard State Park Beach

St George Island Beaches

Navarre Beach

Perdido Key Beach

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(05:19) Florida Travel News
(08:19) Florida Travel Tips
(15:54) Main Topic : How to enjoy Florida's Off the Beaten Path

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Florida has a long history with aviation, especially military aviation. And our mild weather is ideal to host large air shows. In this episode we'll give you our advice on how to best enjoy these museums and air shows, from the National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola to an air show over Miami Beach.

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Conde Nast Traveler Magazine article on the best beaches near Orlando

Tortuga Music Festival Lineup

MacDill Air Force Base Tampa "Tampa Bay Airfest"

Miami International Boat Show

South Beach Food and Wine Festival, Miami and Miami Beach

National Naval Aviation Museum in Pensacola

National Naval Aviation Museum Blue Angels Practice Schedule

Air Force Armament Museum

Valiant Air Command, Titusville

Cape Canaveral Space Force Museum

Florida Air Museum, Lakeland

Wings Over Miami Air Museum

Naval Air Station Fort Lauderdale Museum

The Deland Naval Air Station Museum

MacDill AFB Tampa Bay Airfest

Air Dot Show Tour Orlando Sanford Airport

Air Dot Show Tour Fort Lauderdale Beach

Hyundai Air & Sea Show Miami Beach

Pensacola Beach Air Show

NAS Jacksonville Air Show

(00:00) Introduction
(04:30) Florida Travel News
(06:30) Florida Travel Tips
(09:36) Main Topic : How to enjoy aviation museums & air shows in Florida

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Florida is full of great live music, whether it's a big concert at a stadium from a world famous band like the Rolling Stones, a small and intimate jazz club in Miami Beach, or the Key West Song Writer's Festival. In this episode we'll talk about how you can enjoy concerts and live music during your next trip to Florida. We'll tell you how to find bands you want to hear, or just a local venue for a night of live music from a local band you've probably never heard of.

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Ruth Eckherd Hall

The Mahaffey Theater, downtown St Petersburg

The Trans Siberian Orchestra

iThink West Palm Beach Amphitheater

House of Blues Orlando

The Crowbar, Ybor City in Tampa

Jannus Live, downtown St Petersburg

Hard Rock Casino Tampa Event Center

Hard Rock Casino Hollywood Event Center

VisitFlorida.com Beach Front concert venues

Miami's Hottest Live Music Venues

VisitJacksonville.com Live Music

Key West Songwriter's Festival

(00:00) Introduction
(01:39) Florida Travel News
(05:52) Florida Travel Tips
(09:11) Main Topic : How to enjoy concerts and live music in Florida!

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