|
Greetings!
As I write this newsletter a cool breeze from
the gulf, small waves lapping on the beach,
and the sun warm on my back lull me in and
out of a catatonic state. The climate in
Florida is very different from my recent tour
of the Maine coast and its cold autumn nights.
|
What's new?
|
|
I have changed the look and functions of
Serendipitous Journey and welcome your
comments. The biggest change has been my
commitment to both updates and in depth
articles featuring wonderful places to visit.
Looking for information on places to stay or
things to do? Simply type an item you are
looking for into the search box in the top
right column. For example if you type
"lighthouse" and click on search, all
articles relating to lighthouses will be
displayed.
|
|
Books, Movies, and More.
|
|
Looking for a travel guide or video? Want to
read historical novels or watch movies
pertaining to the places I visit? Click on
the new option " Books, Movies, and More" and
you will be redirected to recommendations I
have compiled for you on Amazon.
|
|
The New Tampa Bay History Center.
|
|
This interactive and educational Tampa Bay
History Center is a must see. This is a
perfect venue to start your journey exploring
the Tampa Bay Region. Learn about the early
settlers and their discovery of this rich
land. Experience the struggles of the Native
Americans as they were forced from their
land. Learn why the cigar industry became an
important industry in Tampa.
|
|
Where is the first lighthouse along the New Jersey shore?
|
|
Sandy Hook is the location of a bucolic park,
sandy beach, historic fort, and the
northernmost lighthouse along the Jersey
shore. Join me as I explore the park and
learn why you might run across some WWII era
undiscovered weapons.
|
|
Discover the largest Italian Festival in America.
|
|
Celebrate Pinocchio's birthday, watch Italian
flag throwers toss colored flags with great
precision, listen to authentic Italian music
on one of the many stages, and sample Italian
meals with wonderful deserts. If you are
Italian American or just love a great Italian
festival, this Summertime festival is for you.
If you are like me you will be surprised when
you discover the city hosting the largest
Italian festival in America. Can you guess
the city?
|
|
Harley Davidson An American Legend.
|
|
Come discover how a motorcycle became an icon
of American culture, and a recreational
activity to the world at the Harley Davidson
Museum. Sit on a Harley, learn how they are
built, and discover the mystique surrounding
this American built classic. By the time you
leave the museum you will want to buy a Harley.
|
|
What is an Acadian and how are they related to the Cajuns in Louisiana?
|
|
I enjoy taking my coworkers on an historic
walking tour of Moncton, New Brunswick,
Canada. Come follow me for a one day historic
walking tour and learn how the Cajuns came to
America and how our two countries share a
similar history.
|
|
|
