The shock that arises from moving to a new country comes in many forms: attempting to understanding its people, getting accustomed to its building and amenities, accepting the environmental quality, and embracing its food, traditions, and habits. Some of the early shockers wear off quickly and soon you don’t even notice the motorcycles driving on the sidewalks or the necessity to carry your own tissue at all times to serve as napkins and toilet paper.
Florida Culture for the Week of May 20 by Josh Garrick
Current – Innovative Fundraising Tool Offered by United Arts
In the middle of the Enchanted Forest portion of New Fantasyland in Disney World lies an adventure under the sea waiting to happen. Guests can board a pink clam shell and accompany Ariel on her exciting journey to become a human. The ride is very similar to other rides based on Disney movies, especially Epcot’s Finding Nemo, in the construct – you pile into a themed vehicle and join the beloved main character through an abbreviated version of the classic movie.
Florida Culture for the Week of May 13 by Josh Garrick
Now Open – Clifford the Big Red Dog at the Science Center
Dingle Peninsula: rocky mountains, crashing surf, reminders of older lives lived out along its paths and fields, a land of legend, sea, community, and music, a reach of land which stretches far out into the ocean at the southwest of Ireland. “It’s about as far west as you can go and still be in Europe -- although I suppose the people of Iceland might have something to say about that!” says Muireann Nic Amhlaoibh, laughing.
Ah, summer! After a long winter, you want to utilize every last second of summer goodness. This includes staying outside until darkness is upon you and the chimnea is blazing beautifully, picnicking outside whenever you can, savoring long weekends, and making the most of your summer travel.