So excited to share with you guys this gem of a hotel I stayed at recently in Tampa, Florida. Aloft Tampa Midtown is a gorgeous new hotel right by all of the excitement that Tampa Bay has to offer. The Aloft Tampa Midtown Hotel is located near Westshore and Downtown with a central neighborhood that’s undeniably energetic and contemporary. Tampa International airport, Raymond James Stadium, International Plaza and Bay Street are minutes away. So your hotel stay would be great

Who is ready to up their summer body for bathing suit season? I recently went in to Holcomb & Kreithen to meet with Dr. Kreithen for some QWO treatments. If you’ve tried improving your diet and exercise but still struggle with cellulite on your buttocks, you’re not alone. It has always been an issue for me. Apparently up to 90% of adult women experience some degree of cellulite in their lower body! QWO is the first FDA-approved injectable to treat moderate to severe cellulite

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Hi..I'm Laurie.👋 If you are new to following me...Hi & welcome to my world!🌎 I love great food🌮 & drinks🥂, traveling✈ & finding new amazing hotels/restaurants & living my life to the fullest.❤ I am married💍 & have a huge family of pups🐶 & a cat🐱 living in the sunshine state🌴 but I am from NY.🍎 When I found this backdrop at @selfiewrldtampa I knew it was for me.💕 I wear my heart on my sleeve & I am super loyal & adventurous.🏃‍♀️ I am 100% a ride or die🙌..but have f

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I had an amazing bestie👯‍♀️ vacation at the The Grove Resort & Water Park Orlando this past weekend.☀️ #hosted It is honestly the ultimate vacation destination offering all of the fun on-site so you don't even have to leave the property which is amazing.💕 They have residential-style suites & you can enjoy all of the open space amenities, including their Surfari Water Park🏄‍♀️, stunning pools🌊, restaurants🍽 & the Lake Austin Pier. There is also a Spa💆‍♀️, Flip Flop's Fam

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Go global without leaving Lakewood Ranch with Wines Around The World, a tasting + pairing series by GROVE Restaurant - Patio - Ballroom. Your $20 ticket includes 4 unique wine samples paired with light hors d'oeuvres. Health & Safety Keeping your safety in mind during COVID-19, tables will be separated by at least 6’ and parties will have pre-assigned seats. Masks are recommended to enter and navigate the ballroom. Ticket and Seating Information Tables are available for group

There is a new Winn-Dixie in town & I am obsessed! #sponsored I attended the Grand Opening of the Winn-Dixie - Lakewood Ranch (11525 State Rd 70 E Lakewood Ranch, FL 34202) location & could not believe all of the amazing deals! Everything from the wine/beer selection to all of the meat & delicious seafood.. all at amazing prices. (head over to my stories to see some of the amazing deals) I made sure to get stocked up & I even got my wine advent calendar for only $59! You defi

Holidays can be overwhelming. Some of us have family that is out of town and we are not able to get together with during Thanksgiving. Sometimes we just don't feel like cooking twelve courses. Maybe we just want to treat ourselves and our family to a fun night out and enjoy moms homemade cooking all together. Look no further my friends. I have already made your Thanksgiving resesrvations. Put that apron up and follow me over to Phillippi Creek Oyster Bar. I had the pleasure o

I am sure most of you have been to Bonefish Grill before? I mean who doesn't love the Bang Bang Shrimp and fresh fish choices? Recently Bonefish Grill has launched a perfect date night meal. The Mixed Grill Dinner for two. You get to choose One Starter - Coconut or Bang Bang Shrimp, Two salads - House or Caesar, Three Signature Sides and you get Four Wood-Grilled Selections -Atlantic Salmon with chimichurri, Argentinian Red Shrimp, Filet Mignon skewer, and Key West Ahi Tuna t

Great seafood, amazing views and a fun atmosphere? What gets better than that! If you are a local to Sarasota you probably have heard of Phillippi Creek Village Restaurant & Oyster Bar! I have gone to this restaurant since I moved down here 5 years ago. They always have fresh seafood and a great happy hour. The restaurant has been voted Best Raw Bar & Seafood Restaurant for 12 years in a row! I was invited in recently to test out there new menu that will be launching soon. Le

How many times have you craved moms home-cooking but didn't know where to go and find such a delicious meal? How about wanting breakfast for dinner but all of your breakfast places closed at 2:30pm? What about wanting to have a glass of wine or a mimosa with your meal and realizing they don't sell alcohol at the diner you are at? Well I have found the solution to all of your problems. I was able to dine at Metro Diner in Sarasota a few nights ago and it did not disappoint. I

Have you ever just wanted to get away for a night or a few days and didn't want to make the long drive somewhere or couldn't afford it? Something I have learned over the past few years that is some of the best get-a-ways are in your own backyard. Now stay-cations are my favorite kind of vacations! I decided to venture over to one of my favorite hotels in downtown Sarasota for an overnight stay just to get away with my husband. Embassy Suites Downtown Sarasota is the perfect a

I had the pleasure to attend Bavaro's Pizza Media Night in downtown Sarasota yesterday. The restaurant brings a modern yet historic feel. Everything from fire pits and local art outside to amazing chandeliers and a gorgeous copper pizza oven. I was blown away how beautiful the restaurant was put together. The ambiance surely adds to the amazing dishes they serve. First we started off with the Caprese Martini. How fun was that drink! If you love martinis and love caprese I hig

Have you ventured over to Lemon Tree Kitchen in downtown Sarasota yet? If you are looking for a fun modern restaurant with healthy options Lemon Tree Kitchen is definitely for you! Today I was able to have lunch at Lemon Tree Kitchen with my favorite foodie gal pal @LetsEatSRQ. Lemon Tree Kitchen provides healthy dining options that appeal to the everyday diner in a relaxed casual atmosphere. Lemon Tree Kitchen has wholesome clean ingredients, everything is made with love and

One quote I like to live by is: "I'd rather be someone's shot of whiskey than everyone's cup of tea." This is perfectly fitting for the amazing festival we have coming up in April! The Seventh Annual Whiskey Obsession Festival is April 10 to 13 in Sarasota, Florida. It is the worlds largest whiskey festival in the United States how cool is that? Whiskey Obsession has four days of classes, tastings, lunch and dinner pairings, interactive panel discussions, VIP pours, a fabulou

Who loves margaritas, sunshine, amazing music and great food? If you answered yes to any of the above you better mark your calendar for the SRQ Margarita Festival - Saturday - May 25th 2pm to 10pm at the Van Wezel Performing Arts Hall (777 N. Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34236) SRQ Margarita Festival is the perfect combination of fine tequila and music. The event will feature 12+ types of margaritas, great bands, food trucks, games, and a firework show to end the night. The m