Girl’s Guide to Oahu Hawaii: Waikiki, Kailua, the North Shore, and Seeing Turtles
My parents live near Honolulu and it is so much fun to go visit them! Every time I visit, I get requests for an Oahu travel guide- read on for my favorite spots. Waikiki Waikiki is the downtown area of Honolulu and is a bit touristy- but it’s popular for a reason! There is great shopping, restaurants, and several beach-front…
Girl’s Guide to Becoming Scuba Dive Certified in Sarasota
Getting scuba dive certified was one of the bucket list items on my list to accomplish by the end of the year. We have already put our PADI certifications to use- we did two 60ft dives in Honolulu, Hawaii last week. Choosing a Diving Certification There are a few options to select when you become Scuba certified. We chose to…
Everything to do this fall in Sarasota, Florida
Sarasota may not have classic fall weather, but that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the changing seasons. Here are all the fall activities on my list for the season! Fun Fall Activities Ruskin Family Drive-In Theatre- Ruskin, Florida This drive-in is a little bit outside of Sarasota but I’ve heard great things and it’s been around since the 1950s. They…
Lemon Picking in Arcadia at Joshua Citrus
We went lemon picking last weekend at Joshua Citrus, a citrus farm with a shop and ice cream counter that has been growing oranges in Florida since 1880. The farm is in Arcadia, which is about an hour inland of Sarasota and has a historic district known for its antique shops. Arcadia Saturday Vendor Street Fair We decided to go…
The Best Thrift Stores in Sarasota
Thrifting is one of the best things to do on a hot or rainy weekend in the summer in Sarasota- you can get away from the heat, it’s inexpensive, and a fun way to give back to the community! Thrifting Downtown Downtown Sarasota is a great spot for thrifting- there are 20+ thrift stores in a few miles downtown (Note-…
Your Itinerary for the Perfect Evening on Siesta Key
An evening on Siesta Key is perfect way to spend the evening- whether you are a local or visiting on vacation! I love to go on a weekday after work- we walk the beach, go to dinner and maybe a swim, and catch the sunset. Sometimes we pack a picnic and keep it casual, but the best way to experience…
Navigating Florida Summer like a Local- My Tips
One of the hardest things about moving to Florida for me mentally was thinking about June, July, and August differently- they used to be my favorite months of the year, but now they are the worst weather- I have never found myself look forward to January so much! Florida heat in the summer is not that much warmer than Atlanta…
Myakka State Park: A full itinerary to spending the day
Myakka was one of the first spots I wanted to go when we switched from playing tourist in Sarasota to becoming a local- it’s dog friendly, wooded, and is one of the most peaceful places I’ve found in Florida. Myakka State River State Park is one of Sarasota’s best hidden gems- it’s over 50 square miles and the perfect place…