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In 2005, I moved from Ohio to Tampa Bay for a year... until I fell in love with my husband, guava pastries and 70-degree weather on Christmas. I've been here ever since, working as a journalist and moonlighting as a bargain hunter. My favorite four-letter word is "deal," so whether you've got money to burn or a pocket full of sunshine, I'll share the tips that'll get you more Florida for less.
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February 10, 2012
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Watch THE PLAYERS Championship – and Be a Player – with a St. Augustine/Ponte Vedra Golf Package
February 10, 2012
Spring is a great time to get on the green – and save some green – with a Florida golf getaway.
Check out the packages I found in the St. Augustine/Ponte... Read blog »
Related Tags: Golf, Events, Resorts, St Augustine, Deals, Ponte Vedra Beach, Bed & Breakfasts, Hotels
Follow the Sun: What Does Florida Have that Chicago Doesn't Have? Warm Weather!
February 08, 2012
I have nothing against Chicago. In fact, I love the place. It's hard to hate on the city that gave the world deep-dish pizza, Air Jordan sneakers and The Oprah Winfrey Show.
But let's be... Read blog »
Related Tags: Fort Lauderdale, Fort Myers, Miami, Orlando, Tampa, Deals, Transportation, Miami Beach
Feel the Burn, Then Enjoy the View: Climbing Ponce Inlet Lighthouse
February 06, 2012
Smart Travel means working in a bit of exercise during your vacation. And believe me – after Hubby and I binged on marshmallows and chocolate in Daytona Beach Shores, we were due for some cardio.
As... Read blog »
Follow the Sun: 6 Hotel Deals You'll LOVE from Getaroom.com
February 04, 2012
This Valentine's Day, when you tell your sweetie "I would give you the sun," it won't be a load of figurative mush.
You and your beloved can experience the Florida sunshine... Read blog »
Related Tags: Key West, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach, Tampa, Deals, Clearwater Beach, Miami Beach, Hotels, Treasure Island, Holidays
Your Valentine's Weekend Game Plan: FREE Mount Dora Music Festival
February 02, 2012
Big on love but short on cash? Here's a Valentine's weekend idea that'll make your wallet swoon: free concerts!
Feb. 16 to 19 is the Mount Dora Music Festival, with more than... Read blog »
Follow the Sun: Refuel Yourself – and Your Car – With a Free $50 Gas Card
January 30, 2012
Picture-perfect weather. Gorgeous beaches. World-class attractions.
In Florida, life's a gas.
No, really. To prove it, one coastal Florida town is even offering a gas card just for stoppin' by. So for all... Read blog »
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