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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
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
Last week my grandmother, my toddler, the dog and I woke up at 5am to begin our 1300 mile, 22 hour drive from Florida to our home in Michigan. Under normal circumstances I love a good road trip, but we … Read more
I am as wired to my smartphone as the next person. Whether I’m snapping photos of my daughter, checking out the latest online news, texting my husband or listening to music while jogging around the park – these are all … Read more
I’m notorious for over scheduling our family vacations and this spring break in Florida was no different. My husband would only be able to join us for 4 days and I wanted to make the most of it. So directly … Read more
As I planned my Saturday in Orlando it quickly became apparent that it was about to be a long busy day. Family had put in a few gift request and I also had to get some last minute things taken … Read more
Everyone knows how much I geek out over new gadgets – especially new cell phones. So what better way to kick off my 3 week ‘vacation’ to Florida than with the delivery of a phone easily known for it’s entertainment value, … Read more
There are a lot of beautiful things to see and do in Key West, but one of the most iconic is sunset. “See you at Sunset” has a special meaning down in Key West, Florida. More than a valediction, it’s … Read more
The Commonwealth of Bahamas (or the Bahamas) consists of 29 islands just 55 miles off the Florida coast. It’s year round daily average temperature of 70-80 degrees, white sandy beaches on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, and easy accessibility are … Read more
Harry Potter fans better hold onto their broomsticks, as The Wizarding World of Harry Potter expansion has officially been confirmed to open in Summer 2014! Universal Orlando resort announced back in the fall of 2013, that the expansion will be … Read more
Thanks to my invitation from Kia to cover the LPGA Performance Awards, I was able to escape the onset of a brutal Michigan winter and run away to none other than the Ritz Carlton in Naples, Florida. The 80 degree weather … Read more
Recently I was incredibly fortunate to be invited to Naples, Florida for the 2013 LPGA CME Group Titleholders event. It was held at the gorgeous Ritz Carlton of Naples, with the tournament taking place on the esteemed Tiburon Golf Course. … Read more
This past week I was so fortunate to be invited to the second annual Kia Performance Awards ceremony in Naples, Florida. We were there to recognize four outstanding women in their impressive LPGA Performance or Community Involvement. Not only were … Read more
The first time I drove the Kia Cadenza I fell in love. I was invited on a press trip to spend a few days getting to know the 2014 Kia Cadenza. We were able to drive it along a predetermined … Read more
Whether it’s zip lining through the Florida Everglades, swimming with dolphins in the coves of Jamaica, horse back riding on sandy beaches of Mexico or sky diving over the Pacific, I have been able to experience so many amazing things … Read more