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July 7, 2026

Visit Orlando: Caribe Royale Resort


I recently spent five nights at the Royale Caribe in Orlando while attending a conference. Although this wasn't a family vacation, I couldn't help but think how perfect this resort would be for a future trip to Disney World with my family.

One thing that immediately stood out was how spacious the suites are. As you enter the room, you're greeted by a living room with a sofa and seating area, giving everyone a little extra space to spread out instead of heading straight into the bedroom. The suite also includes a mini refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker—amenities that are convenient for travelers (especially families) looking to store snacks, reheat leftovers, or enjoy a quick breakfast before heading out for the day.



The property has a relaxed resort atmosphere with plenty of amenities to keep everyone entertained. One of my favorite conveniences was having a Starbucks right on-site for my morning coffee before conference sessions. 

Starbucks at the entrance

I also found myself making several stops at The Market, which offers a great selection of grab-and-go meals, hot sandwiches, snacks, drinks, and desserts. 







Their Peanut Butter Chocolate Cookie was AMAZING!


Italian Panini





The pool area is definitely one of the highlights. There's a fun waterslide, hot tubs, and a separate kiddie pool, making it a great place for families with children of all ages.


The two-story fitness center is spacious and well-equipped, and I really enjoyed the 1.5-mile walking and jogging trail around the property (in fact, I started my days with a 3 mile jog every morning). There are also basketball and paddle tennis courts, so there's no shortage of ways to stay active during your stay.






Another major advantage is the location. The resort is conveniently located just minutes from Walt Disney World and offers complimentary shuttle service to and from the Disney parks, making it easy to enjoy the parks without the hassle of driving or paying for parking.

Although I was in Orlando for business, I left thinking this is a resort I'd gladly return to with my family. The spacious suites, in-room amenities, family-friendly recreation, convenient dining options, and close proximity to Disney make Royale Caribe a great choice for both business travelers and vacationing families.


Lobby








The Venetian Chop House

Rum Bar


Stadium Club


Tropicale


Gift Shop








Outside



Arcade


Jacuzzi


Kiddie Splash Pool


Fitness Center







Poolside Mobile Ordering!












Tower II




CARIBE ROYALE ORLANDO
8101 WORLD CENTER DRIVE
ORLANDO, FLORIDA
 

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June 21, 2023

Visit Pensacola: Fannie Lou's Ice Cream

Our Florida ice cream stop was Fannie Lou's Ice Cream in Pensacola.

Fannie Lou's crafts ice cream in-house, and many flavors are inspired by Pensacola!

Graffiti Bridge

I opted for Graffiti Bridge - a colorful concoction based on the Pensacola attraction of the same name.  The menu states "we never know what's going to be in this delicious masterpiece," so I assume the contents change often, but on the day I went, it was full of colorful candies and a chocolate ribbon.  So yummy!
Pelican Poo
Pelican Poo included OREOs, marshmallow swirl, and fudge graham pieces. 
Black River Water
Black River Water was full of fudge and peanut butter swirls.
Sea Salted Turtle

The Sea Salted Turtle was a caramel ice cream with sea salt flakes, fudge, and pecans.

The quality ice creams were rich and creamy, and we devoured everything. 

The employees are the friendliest!

Definitely recommend a stop at Fannie Lou's when you're in the Pensacola area to satisfy your ice cream cravings!

Fannie Lou's
3101 E Cervantes St
Pensacola, FL 32503
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June 19, 2023

Visit Pensacola: The Fish House


While in Florida, we went to The Fish House for lunch, a popular lunch spot that has great views of the harbor, and an extensive menu.

Fried Grouper Bites

This was my first time having grouper, and what better way to have them fried?  They were cornmeal-dusted and served with a creole remoulade.  We all enjoyed it!

Gulf Coast Po' Boy

You can get the Gulf Coast Po' Boy with either Fried Shrimp or Fried Oysters.  


World-Famous Grits a Ya Ya

I had the World-Famous Grits a Ya Ya. Their signature dish consists of a mound of Gouda cheese grits, accompanied by jumbo shrimp, spinach, portobello mushrooms, bacon, garlic, shallots, and cream. I could understand why it's World-Famous - it is truly a delicious, comforting dish.

I've had grits before, but it was never this elevated! The cheesiness of the grits combined with the smokiness of the bacon was just a winning combo. I would've been happy with just the grits and bacon! Everything else added was like "icing on the cake." 

Chef John's Burger

Chef John's Burger was enormous.  A half-pound Angus beef burger is topped with pork belly, lettuce, onion, smoked Gouda pimento cheese, and a spicy tomato jam.  

Service was great, and I would highly recommend this family-friendly restaurant in Pensacola!

The Fish House
600 S Barracks St
Pensacola, FL 32502
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