When my youngest daughter called me during an early morning beach walk with my husband and told me she’s pregnant I said “HOLY SH*T!” in a proper grandma-to-be way. It’s not that I’m not old enough for this, nor that she isn’t ready, but what exhilarating (and expletive-causing) news to receive while at my favorite place on earth. I’m not...
Stubbornly sticking to Florida’s coastline has been keeping us from discovering so many hidden gems. Living landlocked has been shown to constrict breathing* but vacationing within sight of water can happen almost everywhere in Florida. Today as we woke up and checked the news on our phones, we, with heavy hearts, cancelled an upcoming weekend trip. Waiting to see what...
Ever heard of a Truckpreneur? Boutique on wheels? Caravan kiosk? Maybe you haven’t heard them described as such but I bet you’ve seen them at local art fests, First Fridays, farmer’s markets: attention-grabbing vehicles from back in the day all fixed up and offering you an experience beyond the ordinary. There are so many cool businesses in Florida run from...
And so, no longer will I hear “You have a pet squirrel?” And then a couple of beats later, “But where does he pee and poop??” That last question may have bothered a member or two of my family, but not me. If the question was asked with anything ranging from mild distaste to flat-out grossed-out incredulity, I just smiled...
The other best parts are many: firstly, the affordability. St. Augustine is known for offering gorgeous historic lodging options that are often pricey – best for a celebratory trip like an anniversary or birthday. We’re here to prove an anniversary celebration can be just as fun with a “treat yourself” vibe at a mid-century modern motor court motel stay at...
While some of you are cocooned in your wool blankets, fingers wrapped around a steaming mug of something (with maybe a dram of bourbon?) ordering those fleece-lined leggings for yourself and all your family members, it is still summer in the souls of the rest of us. Heavy gray skies and scratchy woolens that don’t smell great have little appeal...
We didn’t quit our jobs and sell all our stuff to travel the world. We shy from selfies, and even if I was young and fit I wouldn’t be posting bathing suit pics on Instagram. We’re regular people, just like you. We have jobs, bills, volunteer gigs, a car that my sweet talented husband is underneath right now trying to...
And the beach is just a tiny drive away. Stay and play in this shaded enclave of historic cottages, hip restaurants, galleries and shops, where a creative team of entrepreneurs are putting their energetic mark on a once-sleepy riverfront town. The lively downtown has a strong artistic presence and a core group of businesses, residents and volunteers who make up...
When traveling to a beach town how much of your time is spent in your hotel room? You arrive, unpack and arrange that light summer wardrobe (swimsuits, flip flops, t-shirts, sundresses) in the drawers and closet, maybe bounce on the bed to test the mattress, peer into the mini bar (that you may break down and partake of later, price...
We all agree enjoying a meal with beachy cocktails overlooking the water is idyllic. In Florida your choices of waterfront restaurants are bounteous: some with your toes in the sand… or atop a deck… perhaps the view from a floor-to-ceiling window… with the water right out there, just feet away. But what about dining OVER the water? The ocean rushing...
