<p>Today we are embarking on a sun-soaked journey to the Sunshine State - Fantastic Florida. From the magical world of theme parks in Orlando to the laid-back vibes of the Florida Keys, we’ll be chatting about some of the State’s best known spots as well as uncovering its hidden gems that may not yet be on your radar. For example, did you know that Florida is a foodie’s paradise? My first guest today knows a bit about that.&nbsp;Jimmy Doherty is a TV presenter and one of the UK’s best known farmers. His journey started over 20 years ago when he took on a leasehold of a 100-acre farm which was followed in a BBC series called <em>Jimmy’s Farm</em>. You’ll have seen him on loads of shows including <em>Escape to the Wild</em>, <em>Food Unwrapped</em>, as well as co-hosting&nbsp;<em>Jamie and Jimmy’s Friday Night Feast </em>with his friend, Jamie Oliver. Jimmy recently returned from a three week shoot travelling all around Florida for his new ITV show, <em>Jimmy’s Taste of Florida</em>, and I can’t wait for you to hear his Floridian travel diaries.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Then, we’ll be joined by Florida resident and Florida travel expert and writer, Simon Veness, who’ll be sharing all his hidden gems, travel tips, and recommendations for your next trip to Florida.</p><br><p>Destination Recap:&nbsp;</p><br><p>Jimmy Doherty</p><ul><li>Universal Studios, Orlando</li><li><a href="https://www.unionpensacola.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Union Public House</a>, Pensacola&nbsp;</li><li>Dat Cajun Place, Panama City Beach&nbsp;</li><li>Third Wave, New Smyrna Beach&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/tparo-the-current-hotel-autograph-collection/overview/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The CURRENT Hotel</a>, Tampa</li><li><a href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/us/waterline-marina-resort-beach-club-autograph-collection.en-gb.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Waterline Marina Resort &amp; Beach Club</a>, Anna Maria Island, Gulf Coast</li><li>The Florida Aquarium, Tampa</li><li>Little Havana, Miami&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://ballandchainmiami.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Ball and Chain Restaurant,</a> Little Havana, Miami&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://www.columbiarestaurant.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Columbia Restaurant</a>, Tampa</li><li><a href="https://buschgardens.com/tampa/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Busch Gardens</a>, Tampa Bay</li><li>Sand Bar, Anna Maria Island&nbsp;</li><li>The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, Bradenton</li><li>Peebles BBQ, Polk County, Central Florida</li><li><a href="https://www.westgateresorts.com/hotels/florida/river-ranch/westgate-river-ranch-resort/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Westgate River Ranch</a>, Lake Wales, Central Florida</li><li>Everglades National Park, Miami&nbsp;</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Simon Veness</p><ul><li>Capa, Four Seasons, Orlando</li><li>Gulf Coast</li><li>Overseas Highway, Florida Keys&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://casamorada.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Casa Morada</a>, Isla Morada</li><li>Key Largo</li><li>Flagler Beach</li><li>St Augustine</li><li>Evermore Orlando Resort, Orlando&nbsp;</li><li>Resort Collection, Islamorada</li><li>St Regis, Longboat Key&nbsp;</li><li>Epic Universe, Universal Orlando&nbsp;</li><li>Indian River Lagoon, Atlantic Coast&nbsp;</li><li>Manatee swimming, Crystal River, Gulf Coast&nbsp;</li><li>Deep Sea Fishing, Florida Keys</li><li>Florida Panhandle</li><li>Amelia Island, Nassau County&nbsp;</li><li>Gulfport, St Petersburg&nbsp;</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Don’t miss <em>Jimmy’s Taste of Florida</em> on ITV. For more Florida travel inpso, head to Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hollyrubenstein/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@hollyrubenstein </a>and <a href="http://visitflorida.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">visitflorida.com</a>&nbsp;</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>

The Travel Diaries

Holly Rubenstein

Fantastic Florida with Jimmy Doherty - Destination Special

FEB 20, 202451 MIN
The Travel Diaries

Fantastic Florida with Jimmy Doherty - Destination Special

FEB 20, 202451 MIN

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<p>Today we are embarking on a sun-soaked journey to the Sunshine State - Fantastic Florida. From the magical world of theme parks in Orlando to the laid-back vibes of the Florida Keys, we’ll be chatting about some of the State’s best known spots as well as uncovering its hidden gems that may not yet be on your radar. For example, did you know that Florida is a foodie’s paradise? My first guest today knows a bit about that.&nbsp;Jimmy Doherty is a TV presenter and one of the UK’s best known farmers. His journey started over 20 years ago when he took on a leasehold of a 100-acre farm which was followed in a BBC series called <em>Jimmy’s Farm</em>. You’ll have seen him on loads of shows including <em>Escape to the Wild</em>, <em>Food Unwrapped</em>, as well as co-hosting&nbsp;<em>Jamie and Jimmy’s Friday Night Feast </em>with his friend, Jamie Oliver. Jimmy recently returned from a three week shoot travelling all around Florida for his new ITV show, <em>Jimmy’s Taste of Florida</em>, and I can’t wait for you to hear his Floridian travel diaries.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Then, we’ll be joined by Florida resident and Florida travel expert and writer, Simon Veness, who’ll be sharing all his hidden gems, travel tips, and recommendations for your next trip to Florida.</p><br><p>Destination Recap:&nbsp;</p><br><p>Jimmy Doherty</p><ul><li>Universal Studios, Orlando</li><li><a href="https://www.unionpensacola.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Union Public House</a>, Pensacola&nbsp;</li><li>Dat Cajun Place, Panama City Beach&nbsp;</li><li>Third Wave, New Smyrna Beach&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://www.marriott.com/en-us/hotels/tparo-the-current-hotel-autograph-collection/overview/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The CURRENT Hotel</a>, Tampa</li><li><a href="https://www.booking.com/hotel/us/waterline-marina-resort-beach-club-autograph-collection.en-gb.html" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Waterline Marina Resort &amp; Beach Club</a>, Anna Maria Island, Gulf Coast</li><li>The Florida Aquarium, Tampa</li><li>Little Havana, Miami&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://ballandchainmiami.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">The Ball and Chain Restaurant,</a> Little Havana, Miami&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://www.columbiarestaurant.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Columbia Restaurant</a>, Tampa</li><li><a href="https://buschgardens.com/tampa/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Busch Gardens</a>, Tampa Bay</li><li>Sand Bar, Anna Maria Island&nbsp;</li><li>The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature, Bradenton</li><li>Peebles BBQ, Polk County, Central Florida</li><li><a href="https://www.westgateresorts.com/hotels/florida/river-ranch/westgate-river-ranch-resort/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Westgate River Ranch</a>, Lake Wales, Central Florida</li><li>Everglades National Park, Miami&nbsp;</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Simon Veness</p><ul><li>Capa, Four Seasons, Orlando</li><li>Gulf Coast</li><li>Overseas Highway, Florida Keys&nbsp;</li><li><a href="https://casamorada.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Casa Morada</a>, Isla Morada</li><li>Key Largo</li><li>Flagler Beach</li><li>St Augustine</li><li>Evermore Orlando Resort, Orlando&nbsp;</li><li>Resort Collection, Islamorada</li><li>St Regis, Longboat Key&nbsp;</li><li>Epic Universe, Universal Orlando&nbsp;</li><li>Indian River Lagoon, Atlantic Coast&nbsp;</li><li>Manatee swimming, Crystal River, Gulf Coast&nbsp;</li><li>Deep Sea Fishing, Florida Keys</li><li>Florida Panhandle</li><li>Amelia Island, Nassau County&nbsp;</li><li>Gulfport, St Petersburg&nbsp;</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Don’t miss <em>Jimmy’s Taste of Florida</em> on ITV. For more Florida travel inpso, head to Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hollyrubenstein/?hl=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">@hollyrubenstein </a>and <a href="http://visitflorida.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">visitflorida.com</a>&nbsp;</p><br /><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>