April 28, 2024
Dining & Travel
Florida's Grape Escape
There’s no point claiming Florida’s wine country is just like California’s. But in Napa and Sonoma, you won’t often find the winery owner tasting you through the current releases or inviting you to pick some grapes.
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Published on 10/1/2009
Living the Good Life
The world's favorite leisure destination is also a great place to settle down.
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Published on 9/24/2009
Seamless Transition for Valley Forge Fabrics
Once, fire-safety rules drove business to the Pompano Beach company that's become the world's largest supplier of fabric to hotels. The firm now expects environmental concerns to assure its future.
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Published on 9/1/2009
Study: Visitors Have Favorable Impressions of Jacksonville
Visit Jacksonville conducted its first study of overnight visitors to the city and found that 2.8 million people spent the night in the River City in 2008, generating $1.6 billion.
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Published on 9/1/2009
Punta Gorda's 'Extreme Makeover'
The town that Charley beat up so badly has come back stronger than ever, with a grin as wide as Marion Avenue, new energy and fresh style.
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Published on 9/1/2009
Burger Wars
The burger wars are hot and difficult, yet in today’s economy, a big juicy burger drips with more comfort and value than ever.
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Published on 9/1/2009
The Best in Florida Aquariums
These encounters, 'immersions' and backstage visits are for limited numbers and often sell out.
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Published on 8/1/2009
Discount Delectables
This year, the restaurant economy is tougher than it has been, off more than 30% in many places. Slow periods are more frequent and longer — so are the promotions.
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Published on 8/1/2009
Poker Playing Executives
Kaizad Hansotia likes to say that nothing goes quite so well with a game of poker as a quality cigar.
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Published on 8/1/2009
Clermont Is on the Fast Track
Tiny Clermont -- pop. 23,000 -- has made itself the epicenter of the state's sports tourism industry.
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Published on 7/1/2009
Cuba Tourism Agencies Get Boost
The day after the Obama administration loosened restrictions on traveling to Cuba, the handful of Miami-Dade travel agencies licensed by the Cuban and U.S. governments got another boost.
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Published on 7/1/2009
Getaways: Fast Boats Galore
Some events for Fourth of July weekend.
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Published on 7/1/2009
Florida's Finest Bars
The trend in liquor is artisan and a bit retro.
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Published on 7/1/2009
Sea School: Fight Off Pirates
The $550 class allows you to earn a master’s license, which enables you to operate a ship up to 500 gross tons and earn up to $300 to $400 per day at sea.
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Published on 6/1/2009
Connect the Spots
Traveling to far-away places like Machu Picchu is a bit less of a hassle from two of Florida's less well-known portals.
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Published on 6/1/2009
Hot New Fla. Restaurants
Many new operations not only are looking back for inspiration, but also close to home. They’re eager for local ingredients and know that local favorites are what customers want.
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Published on 6/1/2009
Company Makes Boat Travel More Comfortable
Seaspension's technology allows for smoother sailing aboard boats.
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Published on 5/1/2009
Raising St. Augustine's Historical Awareness
Over the next few years, the state aims to make St. Augustine’s story as well-known nationally as it is in Florida.
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Published on 5/1/2009
Space Coast: An Out-of-This-World Trip
Jules Verne was wrong, but not by much. In “From the Earth to the Moon” (1865), he portrayed Americans launching their first rocket from an isolated frontier outpost called Tampa Town.
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Published on 5/1/2009
High Court: Parents Can't Sign Away Kids' Rights
The Florida Supreme Court says parents can't sign waivers giving up their children's rights to sue.
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Published on 4/1/2009
Sun 'n Fly-In and Other Flight Events
The Sun ’n Fun Fly-In features all manner of winged machines. The planes will take to the skies over Polk County in April.
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Published on 4/1/2009
Guide: Art Museum Restaurants in Florida
A look at what's to eat at the Museum of Fine Arts, Ringling Museum and the Wolfsonian.
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Published on 4/1/2009
Medical Tourism is Thriving
Florida's medical facilities are cultivating a thriving business among foreigners seeking healthcare. About 400,000 patients visited the U.S. in 2008.
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Published on 3/1/2009
