travel to Mount Dora

Where to Stay in Central Florida: Mount Dora Historic Inn

There’s nothing like escaping to the mountains for a little R&R and that’s just what I did last weekend. And, I stayed within Florida. My little getaway was to Mount Dora which towers 182 feet above sea level, the second highest elevation in Florida.

Culinary Travel Florida Fun

Things to do in Mount Dora: Food Truck Bazaar

Korean BBQ. Roasted avocado stuffed with crab. Lobster rolls. Gourmet cheesecake cupcakes. Yum-ola! The Food Truck Bazaar with clever culinary creations rolled into Mount Dora, Florida, during my August visit. This was the second time the feast on wheels appeared in this adorable Florida town and won’t be the last.

Florida Fun Solo with Others

Woof! Fido’s Welcome in Mount Dora, Florida

Mount Dora is cute, intimate and filled me with warm fuzzies. This a-DORA-ble town gave me the same feeling seeing a sleeping puppy emits. That feeling of releasing an “awwww” when seeing a cuddly canine. Downtown is charming with boutique shops and independently owned restaurants. There’s a small-town ambiance with an undertone of unpretentious big-city […]