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    Florida,  Hawaii,  Idaho,  New York,  North America,  Oregon,  Overwater Bungalows,  United States,  Washington

    Overwater Bungalows in the US

    What are Overwater Bungalows? Overwater bungalows are a type of accommodation that is perched atop calm, shallow waters. These unique structures are often found in exotic destinations like the South Pacific, Asia, and the Caribbean. Imagine waking up to the gentle sound of waves lapping beneath your feet, with water stretching out as far as the eye can see. Overwater bungalows offer a one-of-a-kind experience featuring the serenity of the sea. These bungalows are designed to provide an exclusive and intimate escape. Some feature private infinity pools while others include glass floors, allowing you to observe the vibrant marine life right below your living space. Overwater hammocks, outdoor showers, and…

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    Disney,  Florida,  North America,  Overwater Bungalows,  United States

    Overwater Bungalows in Florida

    Technically there is only one overwater bungalow in the U.S. and it’s probably not where you think! The Polynesian Village Resort at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida is home to the only overwater bungalow resort in the United States. However, there are a few Florida vacation rental properties that feature overwater bungalows, and we’ll touch on those too! Overwater Bungalows in Florida How They Compare Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, Lake Buena Vista, Florida Just a 3-hour flight from New York City, Orlando, Florida conjures up Mickey Mouse ears and theme park popcorn. It’s definitely not the first place anyone would think of for an overwater bungalow resort. Leave it…

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    Disney,  Florida,  Photography,  Travel Photography Tips

    How to Photograph a Magic Kingdom Flyover

    Wondering how to photograph a Magic Kingdom flyover? Every few years (give or take) the U.S. Navy Blue Angels or the U.S. Airforce Thunderbirds will do flyover photo opportunities over the Magic Kingdom or Epcot in Walt Disney World. The Air Force Thunderbirds recently performed at Disney’s Magic Kingdom as a tribute to National Veterans and Military Families Month. It’s usually announced on Disney’s social media about a week before it happens and it typically is tied to dates of local airshows like Pensacola, Ft. Lauderdale, and Sun ‘n Fun. As an Orlando local and an Annual Passholder with a flexible schedule, I was fortunate enough to photograph two of…

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    Florida,  North America,  Photography,  United States

    Hutchinson Island, Florida In Film

    Affiliate links are included in this article. Any affiliate is a resource I use and recommend. If you click on a link and use their services or make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no cost to you. On my recent trip to Hutchinson Island, Florida, I shot a roll of Amber D400 Color Negative film and the warm, moody vibes fit the nostalgic beach look so well. I started my photography a long, long, longlonglonglong time ago on film cameras. I spent my high school and college years shooting with a Pentax K-1000 camera and developing TMAX film in the darkroom. Recently I got the itch and…