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I’m realizing that I live in a place where some of you may like to vacation.

the palms hotel +  spa in miami

{click here for more photos}

I’m not saying this to rub it in like a jerk, but rather – I’m saying I should probably be spreading the word about places you might want to see or visit while you’re here. Plus, I know after writing about my favorite restaurant in Fort Lauderdale that at least a few of you live in this general vicinity and might take pleasure in a little weekend getaway on occasion.

Because really, this is one of my favorite things about living where we live. Miami (and its world-famous South Beach) is just 30 minutes away, which I love because even though I love Miami, I prefer to live on the quieter side of town that is Fort Lauderdale. It’s a more relaxed, low-key way of life – yet just a quick drive away from many of the best hotels, restaurants, and nightlife in the country.

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summertime in seattle.

June 15, 2012 — 7 Comments

pike place market

I recently traveled to Seattle for a long weekend to attend a food blogger conference. Although I didn’t have as much time as I would have liked to explore this fabulous city, I did get to check out a few great spots … and I also learned a lot by way of recommendations (many from some of you, who gave me lots of rad ideas via Facebook - thank you!) and a little of my own research.

{Check out more photos from the trip here}

Here, I share my experiences with you, for your own future travels … or in case you simply want to learn a little about a place you’ve never been. Happy pseudo-traveling!

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