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Play, Eat, Shop and Explore at Mall of America

Located in Bloomington, Minnesota this mall has 520 stores, 50 restaurants, and it is one of the most visited tourist destinations in the world…and for good reason! So much more than just a mall, it has something for everyone in … Read more

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Upgrade Your Vacation With All Star Vacation Homes

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

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Explore the Wonder of Morocco

Every day our lives seem to revolve around an unmanageable list of tasks. The day ends and there still seems to be a list of things waiting no matter how hard we try. Then, when we get time off the … Read more

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6 Things To Do 24hrs Before Your Flight

Travel can be wonderful with all the new sights, new sounds and new adventures. It can also be chaotic and stressful. As such, we’re always looking for ways to make it a little easier on us – from awesome technology in our … Read more

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Sunrise Above Florida: Hot Air Balloon Adventures

My motto for vacations has always been, if you’re going to do something: go big. It’s not everyday that you can enjoy time away from work, kids, and everyday life, so when the opportunity presents itself, I’m all for enjoying … Read more

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Adventure Mom Mothers Day Gift Guide

  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

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The Tastes, Sights and Sounds of Tunisia

Only a short flight away from Europe but with a distinctly different culture, the North African country of Tunisia is a low-cost holiday destination with a difference. As renowned for its beaches as it is for its wealth of historic … Read more

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5 Reasons to Love the All New 2015 Kia Sedona

On a recent trip to the New York International Auto Show, I had the pleasure of learning about the all new 2015 Sedona, Kia’s new multi-purpose vehicle capable of transporting 8 passengers along with their belongings in person. Even though … Read more

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Gatorland: For the Animal Loving Adventurer

As someone who had no interest in alligators prior to my trip to Kissimmee, Florida, I was surprised at how much I enjoyed spending time at the Alligator Capital of the World: Gatorland. A privately owned 110-acre theme park and … Read more

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The Best British Virgin Islands Resorts

What is one of the best words in the English language…? Free! Right? Now what other word is just as good to hear? Vacation! This summer the British Virgin Islands Tourist Board is combining those two wonderful words. They are … Read more

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A Game Of Cat & Mouse: DIY Crafts

Cats have been chasing mice for years and years, but that doesn’t stop them from being totally adorable in the process. From cat toys to sock puppets, here are my favorite crafts based on the fuzzy critters suitable for preschoolers … Read more