Unsung summer accessory: Koozies finally have a day in the sun
Sweating the Florida sun is a given in the summer, but through it all, the koozie keeps its cool. (Well … unless you get one of those especially shitty foam jobs that blow out faster than Jimmy Buffett’s flip-flops.) The koozie (a.k.a. coozie, coolie, cozy, etc.) is nearly as critical an accessory as air conditioning…
Frozen assets: Nine freezy treats to beat summer heat
Honeydew shaved snow Bubbles & Ice, 811 N. Mills Ave., 407-895-8833 Shaved snow is made from flavored, milky (though non-dairy) ice: frozen into giant blocks, heaved onto a rotating spit and shaved into gossamer-thin layers. The flavor and topping possibilities are almost endless, but honeydew snow topped with multicolored sprinkles and fruity popping pearls is…
Do’s and don’ts to help you get the best of Walt Disney World during the dog days
Yes, it’s summertime again and in Orlando that means one thing: Crushing throngs of tourists will flock from across the globe to enjoy our illustrious theme-park offerings. So I’ve asked my good friends Do’sney and Don’tsney to help me out with some tips for enjoying the lifeblood of our local economy, whether you hail from…
No room key, no problem – beat the heat at these swanky Orlando hotel pools
If the swimming hole at your apartment complex is overflowing with undesirables (eyes up here, Apartment 2B) or you’re just yearning for a lazy day where you can feel pampered and posh without spending a mint, you’re in luck. Those touristy hotels and high-rises you usually complain about are about to become your favorite staycation…
