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Joshua McMorrow-Hernandez

I’m a Florida native, a roller coaster junkie, and a frequent traveler. (Long road trips are my favorite.) Born and raised in Tampa, I grew up visiting Busch Gardens Tampa Bay. I authored the book Busch Gardens Tampa Bay: Images of Modern America, which details the colorful history of the Busch Gardens theme park. As a local historian, I've also written about other popular landmarks and attractions for a variety of publications. Here, on this Travel Guide, I like sharing little-known facts and fun stuff about all the places I've been -- so you will have a good idea of what those places are like and what you should know before you go. I especially enjoy helping others plan fun trips... on a budget!

My top 12 picks for the best things to do in Tampa along with my insider tips for visiting each one! Take it from a Tampa native -- these are the most fun things to do in Tampa.

Unique tips for pulling off cheap vacations. I've enjoyed many cheap (and FUN) trips by using these clever ideas...

Love visiting and/or vacationing on the water? Here are my picks for the best beaches in the U.S. that you'll definitely want to see! For your bucket list.

Have you heard they're using metal detectors at theme parks to screen riders boarding roller coasters now? Here's why I think metal detectors are necessary.

Ever wonder why roller coasters close during cold weather, heavy rains, lightning, and high winds? Here are the scientific answers you're looking for and some other facts!

Most people are in such a hurry to get to there, they overlook these 12 simple ways to save time & money at theme parks! Be different. Save money. Have fun.

St. Augustine FL

See why these 5 St. Augustine attractions should be on your must-see list if you visit. Downtown St. Augustine offers a lot of history and some amazing museums as well.

Road Trip Ideas

Planning a road trip soon? The best road trips are those that are free... or cheap. These are our top 6 road trip ideas + tips for tips for saving money!

Here are 5 reasons I always use a road trip planner before driving to a destination. Plus all the best road trip apps and online road trip planners!