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There are only two holidays that encourage us to tell the people around us we love and appreciate them: Thanksgiving and Valentines Day. It isn’t November, so we’re obviously talking about Valentines Day. I’m of the opinion that couples should … Read more
Each year in November, women’s golf enthusiasts around the world have their eyes focused on Naples, Florida, on the CME Group Tour Championship where only the “best of the best” shoot it out to complete the year’s LPGA Tour season. … Read more
Star Wars Rebels, a new Series on Disney XD, follows ragtag starship crew while they stand up against the evil Empire as it tightens its grip on the galaxy and hunts down the last of the Jedi Knights. Star Wars Rebels is … Read more
I travel and work an insane amount for a “stay at home mom”. I joke that if lightening ever strikes my house it’s going to hit me because I’m always glued to some piece of electronic technology – phone, tablet, laptop, camera, … Read more
A warm salty breeze gently washes over your shoulders as you look your loved one in the eyes, toes wiggling nervously in the sand. You can almost smell the sunshine, as you hold hands and smile at one another as … Read more
Did you know the very first known lighthouse was built around 280 BC in Alexandria, Egypt? The massive lighthouse sat at the entrance to Alexandria’s harbor and was referred to as the Pharos of Alexandria. It stood over 440 feet … Read more
Are you looking for a beach vacation with the opportunity for activities other than just sunbathing? Naples, FL has miles of white sand beaches and crystal blue waves, but there are also plenty of other things to fill the evenings … Read more
Summer is here and you know what that means! It’s time for backyard barbecues, summer sangria recipes, weddings, family reunions, and summer soirees. I love how summer not only brings sunshine and family memory making opportunities, but also all … Read more
Do you like the beach? Do you enjoy margaritas? How ‘bout key lime pie? What about a key lime pie reaching 9 feet in diameter? If these components seem like the ingredients for an incredible vacation than head to Key … Read more
A few months ago my wife and I made the huge decision to join the Navy. For the last two months, I have been working toward taking my ASVAB, working through background checks and eventually selecting a career as an … Read more
Sometimes, vacations call for something a bit beyond hotel rooms. Whether you’re traveling with your immediate family, celebrating a family reunion, or going on a group vacation, vacation home rentals can be a great alternative to standard vacation lodging, providing … Read more
The original Columbia Restaurant, located in Tampa, is not only the oldest continuously operated restaurant in Florida, but the oldest Spanish restaurant in the entire United States. In order to have stayed in business since 1905, and to be thriving … Read more
Sometimes, the most memorable moments on vacation occur when you least expect them to. During my recent media trip to experience Kissimmee, Florida, that moment certainly happened at Fun Spot USA. What was meant to be a one or two … Read more
Getting a new phone can be quite the investment but for most of us our phone will be attached to our hand for the next two years, so the investment is worth it. Just as important as our phone are … Read more
Whether we’re exploring our home states or boarding planes to far away lands, the Surf and Sunshine team is composed of women (moms) who LOVE to travel. While I’ve just started on my traveling journey I’ve been on some … Read more
The lines were quickly drawn when it came to which amusement parks we would be visiting during our Orlando Vacation. Basically there were two camps: Team Thrill Junkies and Team Wildlife. Somehow that line was evenly divided between the guys … Read more