Articles for category: Things To See & Do

Florida Citrus Tower

Why You Should Visit The Florida Citrus Tower Near Orlando

A popular landmark since 1956, the Florida Citrus Tower in Clermont, FL is definitely worth a visit! It's about 30 minutes from Orlando -- a nice leisurely drive through orange groves along rolling hills, lakes, and wetlands. This is REAL Florida... and you can see it all from atop this 226-foot tall tower!

Spruce Flats Falls In East Tennessee: Here’s What It’s Like To Hike Spruce Flats Falls Trail AND What The Swimming Hole & Waterfalls Are Like!

The Spruce Flats Falls trail is rated "moderate" because some portions are rocky and steep... and there are lots of exposed tree roots that are easy to trip over. The hike to the waterfall definitely requires some effort. It's almost a 1.5-mile round trip. It took us 30 minutes to hike to the falls carrying my toddler son in his hiking carrier. The Spruce Flats Falls hike (with time spent at the swimming hole and waterfalls) takes about 2 hours. See my best tips before you go...