| Mitzi Gordon |
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Smart Travel
Former Insider |
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| Mitzi has a degree from NYU in print journalism and has experience writing and editing for The Tampa Tribune. She firmly believes that traveling smart doesn't mean giving up great style. |
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| My Blog Archive |
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| Save Gas, Save Money |
| June 27, 2008 |
| The Florida Department of Transportation recently released some gas-saving tips that can help drivers pinch pennies and better then environment.
Follow these guidelines for using less fuel while driving, and revel in the knowledge that you're ... more |
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| More Sizzling Summer Deals |
| June 27, 2008 |
Florida residents, prepare to get your trip on.
Continuing the recent barrage of hot summer incentives, Marriott hotels are offering special room rates for Sunshine State locals only.
Now through September 29, 2008, qualified ... more |
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| Cheap Chic Secrets: Anna Maria Island |
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| June 04, 2008 |
| Looking to plan your next escape from the daily grind? Well, look no further. I’ve discovered another hidden gem, and this one is set into an island paradise.
The boutique resort called ... more |
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| Gas Rebates For Summer Travelers |
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| May 29, 2008 |
| As fuel costs continue to rise, the family road trip becomes endangered. Who’s going to pile three kids into a sedan when the gas pump takes such a big bite?
Flying may be cheaper in some ... more |
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| Great Rebates from Loews |
| May 23, 2008 |
| The equation works like this: Gas gets expensive. Plane tickets get expensive. Airlines add service fees. American Airlines recently announced it will begin charging $15 for travelers’ first checked bag, and it looks like other ... more |
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| Unparalleled Ybor - Part Three |
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| May 12, 2008 |
| The next topic in my exploration of all things Ybor? Liquid refreshment!
Now, if you’ve read my previous blogs about this historic district, you’ve already heard me compare Seventh Avenue to New Orleans’ Bourbon ... more |
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| Unparalleled Ybor - Part Two |
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| April 24, 2008 |
| As my exploration of Ybor City continues, it’s only natural that the subject should turn toward shopping.
Once upon a time, a kaleidoscope of independent boutiques could be found along Seventh Avenue, with vendors ... more |
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My Latest Q & A Archive
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| Car Service: Orlando to Cocoa Beach |
| Asked by Bob Hatline on June 10, 2008 |
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Q: I am going to be in Orlando but would like to go to Cocoa Beach. Is there any reasonable transportation to Cocoa Beach besides renting a car.
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A: Yes there is. This is a popular route with visitors, so you’ll find several options among car ...read more
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| | Ferry Service: Fort Myers to Key West |
| Asked by Robert Pawlowski on June 09, 2008 |
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Q: Is there a way to get by boat from Fort Myers, St.Petersbug or Fort Lauderdale to the Keys? We would fly into one of these destinations and would like to take a boat to the Keys.
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