by Elias Siegelman | May 9, 2026
A new Channel 4 series, Escape to Florida, is offering viewers a fascinating look at why thousands of Britons are trading grey skies and rising costs for life in America’s Sunshine State. The programme follows expats who have built new lives across Florida, revealing...
by Elias Siegelman | Sep 22, 2025
Disney parks shine with magic for kids, but adults often see details hidden in plain sight. Beneath the characters and rides lies careful planning that most visitors rush past. Every stone, smell, and design choice adds to the story, even when it goes unnoticed by...
by Elias Siegelman | Sep 22, 2025
A trip to Disney often means balancing fun with a budget, but some extras truly earn their cost. These splurges don’t just buy food or souvenirs; they buy back your time, comfort, and peace of mind. They turn long days into smoother ones and create the kind of...
by Elias Siegelman | Jun 13, 2021
Swim, dive, float, and paddle the sparkling waters at Florida’s Blue Spring State Park & Campground. During the cooler months, come back to see the manatees. This post may contain affiliate links. Please refer to our our Disclosure/Disclaimer page for more...
by Elias Siegelman | May 1, 2021
On a Tomoka State Park camping trip, enjoy outdoor recreation, explore Florida’s rich history, and drive a National Scenic Byway. This post may contain affiliate links. Please refer to our our Disclosure/Disclaimer page for more information. [toc] Shakedown As a...
by Elias Siegelman | Jul 19, 2020
Get out on the water, tour a botanical garden, and explore a state park! These and many more Lake County Florida outdoor adventures await you “The Perfect Distance Away.” This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Visit Lake County, FL. All...
by Elias Siegelman | May 19, 2017
The Sopchoppy Worm Grunting Festival celebrates this rare art and unique slice of backwoods Florida culture annually on the second Saturday in April. This post is sponsored by VISIT FLORIDA, but all thoughts and opinions are my own. [toc] Florida’s Local Culture...
by Elias Siegelman | Oct 27, 2016
Experience haunted St Augustine with a unique ghost tour, a stay at a historical inn, and a chance encounter with spirits of another kind. This article is sponsored by VISIT FLORIDA and our local hosts Ghosts and Gravestones, Ghost Tours of St. Augustine, and the St....
by Elias Siegelman | Jun 14, 2016
Ride along as we chase Florida waterfalls so rare and elusive that they don’t even position on Google Maps. Until now, that is . . . . Backroad Planet readers know Jerry and I are confirmed waterfall-chasers. We have chased hundreds of waterfalls, not...
