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Never having visited Melbourne before, we asked hotel staff where they eat. Travelers, here is an important distinction. Always ask for recommendations by saying, “Where do you eat?” If you say, “Where should I eat?” you will get suggestions that… Continue Reading →
Where have you been all my life? I don’t know who originally said it, but we’ve all had a moment where we’ve thought it. That iconic question rolled through my brain as I wandered around our Saturday brunch spot. My… Continue Reading →
My adorably pregnant, bandana-clad server, Rebecca said, “I’m amazed how many people don’t know about Rosie the Riveter. People mispronounce the word.” I was a bit incredulous and stuttered, “Really?” “Oh, yeah. Last night I had a guy in here… Continue Reading →
What is there to do in Miami? Well, everyone is familiar with beaches, the museums and the art deco neighborhood of South Beach. I am drawn to historic places, but I doubted if Miami had more than one or two…. Continue Reading →
While I love the show “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives” on Food Network and become physically unable to change the channel when it broadcasts, I do have one note for them. I know that much of the show is viewer-driven and… Continue Reading →
Can you climb the Jupiter lighthouse? Yes, you can. Can you watch the coastal traffic go by via lighthouse webcam? Yes, you can, but climbing to the top and seeing it for yourself is a much better idea. Sometimes a… Continue Reading →
Despite the fact that I have been to Paris twice, I had never eaten the classic French dish, the croque monsieur. France is so renowned for its food that writers like me should never say, “French food” but rather, always… Continue Reading →
The Tampa Marriott Westshore on the corner of North Westshore Boulevard and West Cypress Street is an older property. However, it has been renovated over the years and now it has three things that I absolutely love: 1) a business… Continue Reading →
Theme park visits are fun. Unlike many other people, I don’t love them enough to have a season pass or anything, but occasionally, I do indulge. Central Florida has plenty of parks to choose from in Orlando, Lakeland, and Tampa…. Continue Reading →
In the fourth grade, my teacher gave us the assignment to read a non-fiction book. We had a list of biographies to choose from. I chose a book about the legendary anthropologist Margaret Mead. It blew my mind. My nine-year-old… Continue Reading →
When you haven’t seen an old friend in a long time, you just want a quiet place to eat dinner together and catch up. The last thing you are interested in is sixteen televisions all tuned to different sporting events…. Continue Reading →
Welcome to Gentile’s Cheesesteaks Remember that Mrs. HomeFree is an official Marriott affiliate. When you decide you are ready to travel, you can click on any of the Marriott ads or hotel links found here and be taken directly to… Continue Reading →
This is the story of Tom and Mary James (of financial powerhouse Raymond James). Mr. and Mrs. James, as many wealthy people do, collect art. Specifically, they love western and wildlife art. Once upon a time, they displayed their art… Continue Reading →
Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo Remember that Mrs. HomeFree is an official Marriott affiliate. When you decide you are ready to travel, you can click on any of the Marriott ads or hotel links found here and be taken directly… Continue Reading →
Sheraton Suites – Ft. Lauderdale Remember that Mrs. HomeFree is an official Marriott affiliate. When you decide you are ready to travel, you can click on any of the Marriott ads or hotel links found here and be taken directly… Continue Reading →