Mandy's Man Candy, Fruli Strawberry-flavored ale in a white and dark chocolate rimmed glass

My favorite things to do in Key West

I swear, this blog isn’t entirely about Key West. But I rarely went to the Keys during my youth, and a couple recent visits have really made me fall in love with the place. I love asking locals, how did... Continue reading →

It all starts with a ferry ride. The only way to get back and forth between Sunset Key and Key West is by boat. The ferry runs every hour during the day and is on call during the night.

Private Island in Florida Keys: Sunset Key

by Jennifer Tormo

Sometimes life is unpredictable in the best ways. The absolute best ways. I’ll explain. Back in April, when I spontaneously went to Key West for 24 hours with my roommate Lindsay, we stood in Mallory Square watching the sunset. I pointed... Continue reading →

Checking Into: The W Fort Lauderdale

by Jennifer Tormo

I never thought I’d stay overnight in a hotel less than 10 miles from where I live. But I learned a couple weeks ago, that if a done right, a vacation can make even your own city feel like paradise.... Continue reading →

A margarita overlooking the ocean in Key West.

Travel Guide: Key West in 24 Hours

by Jennifer Tormo

A few weeks ago, I arrived at work on a Tuesday sunburnt. I can’t remember the last time I had a sunburn… it was probably the week after I graduated college, when to reward myself for four years of hard... Continue reading →

Travel Guide: How to Experience New York City as a First-Timer

by Jennifer Tormo

One of the first times I went on the subway, I thought I was going to die. No, it didn’t have anything to do with the rattly cars or the dark tunnels or my poor sense of direction. It was... Continue reading →

Key Lime Pie at Testa's Restaurant in Palm Beach

Budget-friendly Palm Beach Restaurants

by Jennifer Tormo

A great thing happens in Palm Beach County during the summer: The snowbirds return to the North. For me, mainly that means a shorter commute to work and less time spent cursing at other drivers in my car. But it is... Continue reading →

Is this not the cutest outdoor seating setup you've ever seen in your life? How can I get this furniture when I have my own apartment?

Checking Into: Canyon Ranch, Miami Beach

by Jennifer Tormo

This past weekend, a thought crossed my mind that I never thought I’d ever have: I want to live in Miami. Let me be honest: I know Miami is about the hippest place in Florida, but it’s not really for... Continue reading →

Travel Guide: Puerto Rico

by Jennifer Tormo

Before I left for Puerto Rico, I consistently got two pieces of advice: 1. Have fun and try everything, and 2. Whatever you do, don’t leave the group and Don’t. Get. Lost. Within three hours of landing in Puerto Rico,... Continue reading →