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Last week Punxsutawney Phil saw his shadow, condemning this Midwesterner to six more long weeks of winter. But having just returned from a week cruise in the Caribbean on the MSC Divina, I can face this cold fate with new … Read more
If you have ever been to New Orleans, you know that life is more interesting in the place often called the “most unique” city in the United States. Steeped in culture and history, New Orleans is home to one of … Read more
I’m always on the lookout for easy appetizer recipes, specifically those that can be made ahead. One of my favorite ingredients are Olives. They’re a must have on my pizza (with bacon!) and it turns out they’re featured in some … Read more
In honor of Valentines Day, we’ve scoured the web to come up with 10 Fascinating Facts about Love and Valentines Day. A typical french kiss moves 29 muscles in the face. Eleven percent of women have gone online and done … Read more
With the creation of social media, data usage has only gone up – apps, e-mail, more uploading of images and video, etc. all require us to use more data than we ever did before. While it provides an incredible way … Read more
Although I’m a fan of sunshine and warm weather, it’s easy to see why beautiful fall colors and rolling landscapes often beckon adventurers out to play in the crisp, cool air. While I immediately jumped out as we drove by … Read more
With a diverse history of original Taino Indian inhabitants to Spanish colonization with African slaves and the ultimate acquisition by the United States, Puerto Rico is a veritable melting pot of cultures. Being a “stopping point” for many travelers on … Read more
From the classic ring bearer to pillow to some “out of the box” ideas, we’ve compiled the unique 9 DIY Destination Wedding Ring Bearer Pillows. I love some of these unexpected ways for a ring bearer to carry the wedding … Read more
This post brought to you by Gulf County, Florida. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Surf and Sunshine. The other night, I went to bed with such an unbearable migraine, I actually thought I might need to … Read more
There is nothing quite like a Caribbean vacation. The ocean, the breeze, the sunshine, the margaritas! Whether you are looking for a family vacation, a romantic getaway, or a girl’s vacation, Montego Bay in Jamaica has something to offer for … Read more
As a bride, I found that Groomsman Gifts to be one of the most challenging items to choose for our wedding party. Sure there are a lot of choices out there but really, how many engraved money clips or cufflinks … Read more
I see my path, but I don’t know where it leads. Not knowing where I’m going is what inspires me to travel it. ~ Rosalia de Castro #travel #ttot #beach #photography #photooftheday #jamaica A photo posted by Jeana (SurfandSunshine.com) … Read more
Excited to cross off another ‘first’ on my unofficial Kauai Travel Bucket List I arrived at Hawaiian Surfing Adventures for, you guessed it, a surfing lesson. I would be taking my lesson with fellow bloggers and it was a first … Read more
After fourty minutes of driving my GPS directed to me to turn on a dirt road, painted the infamous Hawaiian red. It was then that I realized two things. One, I was very near the coast. Two, I had surely … Read more
In the 1800’s a young man by the name of Hans Peter Fayé traveled from his native Norway to settle on the island of Kauai. In addition to sugar, Fayé also owned a copra (used to extract coconut oil) plantation. It is on … Read more
When I was a young child, I took ballet and tap dance lessons for several years. I dreamed of one day taking advanced classes and wearing pointe shoes. While that dream never came to fruition, I still have an admiration … Read more