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Everyday Paella in the Dominican Republic

By: Shauna April 26, 2019April 26, 2019

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Find out what I loved about the DR, and what I didn’t

A Visit to Rancho La Puerta

An enchanting retreat where people rejuvenate, refresh and renew

The Lowdown on Washington’s HWY 101

By: Shauna August 21, 2018August 21, 2018

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The northern most portion of HWY 101 is one of the most scenic and tranquil road trips you can drive in the U.S.

The Des Moines Farmers Market is the BOMB!

By: Shauna July 31, 2018August 1, 2018

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If you do one things this summer, or next, plan to visit this enormous farmers market …

The Sea of Cortez

By: Shauna December 20, 2017July 29, 2018

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What’s a beach girl to do when she’s landlocked?

Run the Milwaukee Riverwalk

By: Shauna September 14, 2017January 10, 2018

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Believe it or not, this is one of the best Midwest cities to run along a waterfront …

My Favorite Part of Lake Michigan

By: Shauna July 23, 2017August 26, 2018

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St. Joseph, Michigan — a great place for a landlocked beach girl to spend time …

Best Darn Water Park in the Midwest

By: Shauna July 16, 2017July 29, 2018

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Beat the heat at Splashin’ Safari (and ride a roller coaster at Holiday World) …

Clearwater, Florida

By: Shauna July 7, 2017January 10, 2018

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A hotspot for spring breakers, families and mermaids alike …

Best Water Recreation Near Indianapolis

By: Shauna July 7, 2017May 7, 2019

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There’s plenty of water within a two-hour drive of Indianapolis …

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

By: Shauna June 16, 2017January 9, 2018

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Best places to stop on your drive from the Midwest to Hilton Head Island …

Destin, Florida

By: Shauna June 15, 2017January 9, 2018

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Where the Midwest goes, when they go to Florida …