Visiting Florida can be one of the most exciting trips you’ll ever make. In fact, it can be so exciting, you begin to daydream about possibly living here. When the boss gives you one of those blah, blah lectures, your mind drifts to the sunny beaches and the smell of the ocean.

Like everywhere else, living and working some place is far different than vacationing some place. Imagine the difference between being served and being the server and you’ll get it. But knowledge is key, and if you know what to expect, you will be able to avoid the pitfalls and understand the local folks.

This site explores the good, the puzzling, and a few not-so-good things about the Sunshine State, from the viewpoint of someone who relocated and lives here — without all the hype associated with COME LIVE HERE sites. ReFLocate.com believes the more you know, the more you’ll enjoy.