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What does an UltraShape treatment feel like?

“I’ll take the Dominican Breakfast please. Egg whites only, no oil or butter, no bread and jam, no cheese and no plantains please.” You have no idea how much it pained me to utter these words at breakfast this morning. … Read more

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3 Escapes To Cure Even Your Sickest Days

No one likes to be sick, but if you have to be sick somewhere, isn’t it better to be surrounded by natural beauty where you can rest your mind, nourish your body and replenish your spirit? If I had to … Read more

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The Paradise Islands of Malaysia

A mix of metropolitan and nature, Malaysia sits in between Singapore and Thailand which are both popular tourist locations but is often skipped out on. While Thailand has long gained a reputation of being a paradise spot in Southeast Asia, … Read more

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Sofia Mulanovich is Changing Lives One Wave at a Time

Swatch and Sofia have formed The Proyecto Sofia Mulanovich. This project is meant to identify talented surfers in Peru from all different socio-economic backgrounds and give these children the chance to improve their skills and go after their dreams of … Read more

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What does your dream kitchen look like?

Ahh the kitchen. It’s the hub of the home, the place where comfort food is created and days are shared. If you just love to eat, you’re the one stuck doing the dishes or you’re a culinary fiend in the making someone … Read more

What really makes a house a home?

I’ve spent the last five years making our first house a home. Then my husband took a new job and suddenly we had four days notice to move our family 1300 miles across the country. I loaded our SUV with … Read more

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Visiting Alicante Spain for the First Time

Alicante is located in Spain’s Southeast Costa Blanca and is a popular holiday destination as it enjoys long sunny days right into the autumn months. There is so much to see and do in Alicante and no matter what your budget, there … Read more

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Be a Hero with GoPro for a Cause

The same camera that captures your every adventure is now working to make the world a better place. GoPro for a Cause has partnered with three incredible non-profits to give back to those in need. GoPro provides financial support as … Read more

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Things to Do in Gulf County Florida

This post brought to you by Visit Gulf County. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Surf and Sunshine. When our family moved from Michigan to Florida at the beginning of this year we couldn’t have been more … Read more

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Spicy Asian Meatballs and Rice Appetizer Recipe

It’s no secret that Ben and I like to entertain. In fact, we’re currently turning our back yard into an oasis for entertaining our family and friends. We have big plans that include a little slice of the beach, plenty … Read more

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What’s YOUR Travel Personality?

Ask anyone if they like to travel, and you’ll almost certainly get one answer: yes! Ask the same people to describe their dream vacation, and you’ll hear a range of scenarios, from drinking umbrella-adorned cocktails by the beach at a … Read more

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Most Wanted Kids Club Amenities

Over the past few years, I’ve had the opportunity to experience a variety of kids clubs facilities around the world during our family travels. Some are free, some require a fee, some are dismal dungeons and some are completely non-existent. While … Read more