About Jamie A
In addition to writing and taking photos during her trips, Jamie loves to find hidden gems, cheap eats, and kitschy Americana attractions. She hails from Oil City, Pennsylvania, went to college in the Finger Lakes Region of New York, studied abroad in Norwich, England, and moved to Boston in May of 2007. She also enjoys writing poetry and lyric essays, reading lots of books, being a foodie, listening to girl group tunes from the 1960s, crafting, and dinner parties with her friends.
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February 8th, 2008 by jamie a
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For a relaxing day outside with the kids or with the family pet, head over to .
Nestled in the heart of downtown Orlando, it’s a favorite local spot to appreciate the outdoors. There’s a sidewalk circling the lake, which is about a mile in length, that’s perfect for runners and walkers.
If you’re more into boating, there’s even swan-shaped paddleboats and electric gondolas for rental. You can definitely make a day out of your visit by bringing a picnic lunch or dinner, with extra bread to feed the birds that flock around you.
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February 1st, 2008 by jamie a
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Bach fans rejoice! returns to Orlando from February 15- March 9, commemorating the composer’s birth.
Founded in 1935 by the , the festival consists of both orchestral and choral performances of the composer’s work, as well as workshops and seminars for budding musicians. Plus, The New York Times calls this festival “One of the Premier Bach Festivals in the Country.”
Check out this of all the concerts and events with additional ticket and venue information. The two pre-festival events are free, but the rest of the festival requires tickets, so reserve yours today!
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January 28th, 2008 by jamie a
From January 26 through February 3, comes to Eatonville.
The festival celebrates African American contributions to American cultural history, inspired by the literary talents and influence of Zora Neale Hurston, a central figure in the Harlem Renaissance. This year’s theme is “Ritual and Spirituality in the African Diaspora: An Exploration of the Zora Neale Hurston Legacy.”
There will be museum exhibits, panel discussions, artwork of local youth, performances, and workshops. For a full schedule, head over to for complete listings of daily events.
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January 17th, 2008 by jamie a
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Want to show off some truly great pictures to your friends and family when you return from your latest vacation? The gals over at GoGirlfriend recently posted a quick guide for making the most out of your photography efforts.
Since I’m taking a photography class right now, this article is a great read. It’s also easy to understand, pinpointing ways that everyone can make their vacation photos more interesting, not just photographers who know all that camera lingo.
My favorite tips from the article are “Get Clicking,” because, like everything else, practice makes perfect! When you own a digital camera, there’s no reason to edit until you get home and look at them on the big screen.I’m sure that out of every 20 photos lies a truly wonderful one and you won’t know unless you keep your finger clicking.
I also enjoy “Get Funky,” which encourages all of us to be unique. Everyone’s got pictures of the beach, but how can you make yours special? Use light, crazy angles, and focus to make it your very own creation.
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January 9th, 2008 by jamie a
Daytona 500 Race
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February 17, 2008 marks the 50th Anniversary of the , the world’s most famous stock car race. With great food, tons of excitement, and camping grounds to spend the night on site, it’s sure to be a great time.
Before the race, you can stock up on your racing knowledge at the where the Daytona 500 has been extended into late January. See actual race cars as you learn about the aerodynamics of design and the science of speed.
You can also check out with the Go Orlando Card. There’s the NASCAR 3-D IMAX experience, motion simulators, and Ford’s 16-Second Pit Stop Challenge.
Speed demons of all ages will have a great time at both at the Daytona 500 and getting prepared for the excitement at the Orlando Science Center and Daytona USA. Travelers, start your engines!
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December 17th, 2007 by jamie a
For those who are visiting family or vacationing in the Orlando area for the holidays, we’ve compiled s a list of attractions that will be open on both Christmas and New Year’s Day to keep you busy.
For the odd, outrageous, and fun, head over to the There’s a shrunken head, an Egyptian mummy, and even a dinosaur exhibit to check out.
Dubbed an “amusement park for the mind,” is a great way to spend the day. There’s over 100 interactive exhibits that will astound and delight both children and adults.
At , “Florida’s Original Attraction,” experience the wonder of their famous glass bottom boats as you take in the wildlife surrounding the Silver River.
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October 18th, 2007 by jamie a
Gatorland in Orlando, Florida
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Though you can’t bring the Florida sun home with you, your vacation memories can always be revisited through photographs.
If you fancy yourself a great photographer, we’d love to see your vacation photos. You could even be the next lucky winner of our Go Card Photo Contest!
You could be the winner of:
1st Prize (Best Overall Photo):
Canon PowerShot SD 1000 7.1 MP digital camera
2nd Prize (Best Fun Photo):
Phillip 7-inch Digital Picture Frame
Send us a photo of your daughter posing on an alligator, your son playing mini-golf, or your entire family lounging on the beach. The deadline for submissions is November 1, so hit us with your best shot!
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