#latepost I rang in the new year by heading east to Stuart, Florida for a weekend full of kayaking, fishing, and relaxation on the St. Lucie River. It was a spur of the moment thing and super last minute. I was lucky to book the kind of amazing deal I did considering it was in the middle of the holiday season and the reservations were made within 48 hours of…
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12 St. Pete Day Trips You Need To Take
Read moreOne of the best things about living in St. Pete are the amazing day trips you can take to nearby cities and attractions. Considering that I love getting the most out of my travels without breaking my wallet, I love taking quick day trips and…
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Noisette Rosé – A Sip of Sweetness & Family History
Read moreI recently attended the launch party for the Noisette Rosé, a new wine offering from Mermosa Winery & Boutique. It was a fun local event that took place downtown at the boutique. It was a festive evening and with stunning views of the bay in…
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4 St. Pete Restaurants Featured on Triple D
Read moreGuy Fieri’s show Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives, or “Triple D” as it’s popularly known, has become somewhat of a national cult classic of a show. I mean, who hasn’t seen an episode of Triple D at this point? His spiky blonde hair, authentic interactions with…
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The Ultimate Guide to St. Pete’s Saturday Morning Market
Read moreSt. Pete’s Saturday Morning Market is an event you can’t miss as it’s one of the best experiences one can have in the area in my opinion. The market is a display of local culture at its finest and has a mission of being the…
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Sunken Gardens – St. Pete’s Tropical Oasis
Read moreSunken Gardens is considered a hidden gem by locals and visitors alike, but it’s hardly hidden at all. Situated off of busy 4th Street N with a huge, retro sign on the sidewalk, it’s one of those attractions that’s nearby and driven past all the…
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Daytona Beach Shores: My Oceanfront Getaway
Read moreWeekend Getaway: Daytona Beach Shores Over the summer, bf and I headed east for some time away from workplace stress. Where to? Daytona Beach Shores. It served us up a healthy dose of some much-needed R & R and crashing ocean waves. Daytona Beach Shores…
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A Tropical Holiday Season – Christmas in St. Pete
Read moreSt. Petersburg is a great destination choice for a holiday in paradise and I can literally come up with another blog post of reasons as to why you should visit during this time of year. Some Burgians might say that we don’t exactly have Christmas…
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Mermosa Winery & Boutique – Calling All Mermaids
Read moreFriends and family frequently ask about my adoration for beach and coastal living and why I always dreamt of residing in the Bay Area. My answer? “I was a mermaid in my former life”. Thankfully, there’s Mermosa Winery & Boutique, a one-of-a-kind local shop where I…
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10 Hotels to Stay in Downtown St. Petersburg
Read moreThis post may contain affiliate links. Please read my disclosure for more info. Downtown St. Petersburg is a great place to stay for a vacation or staycation. It’s less than 25 minutes from Tampa International Airport and less than 20 minutes from St. Pete – Clearwater…