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That Time When… We Got Free FC Barcelona Tickets

Aug 10, 2020
Katie
I came into the downtown Tampa office on a seemingly normal Wednesday morning and found that our office Slack channel was blowing up because, since Rakuten is currently an FCB sponsor, we had some tickets up for grabs for the game. I quickly texted my husband Tyler to see if he wanted to go - after all, our club seats would include dinner and drinks, but it did mean leaving work early and driving to Miami in just a few hours.
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Where to Eat in Charleston, South Carolina

Jul 27, 2020
Katie
With two visits to the Holy City just this year, I’ve spent a lot of time researching great food in the area - and now that I’ve returned from Charleston for the second time, I can confirm that these places are some awesome options that won’t break the bank. If you find yourself in the city, I would recommend eating...
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Is Blue Lagoon Worth It?

Jul 20, 2020
Katie
Blue Lagoon “was named one of 25 wonders of the world by National Geographic,” so we figured it was worth a visit. Considering I have now been there twice, I can confirm that yes, it was worth it - for me. However, I think there are several factors to consider before pre-booking your reservation.
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That Time When… We Were Almost Mugged

Jul 6, 2020
Katie
Last September, my husband Tyler and I went with his parents to Puerto Rico. We stayed for a few days in Rincón, which is on the west coast of the island and known for its gorgeous beaches. Overall, we had an awesome time drinking from coconuts and sampling local delicacies, like stingray empanadas and mofongo. However, in a very scary moment on the trip, we also almost got mugged.
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St. Pete Spotlight: The Library

Jun 15, 2020
Katie
Formerly called The Peabody, The Library St. Pete is the second concept of Oxford Commons. It’s located in downtown St. Petersburg, inside Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital, and serves as the perfect brunch-slash-photo opp if you find yourself in DTSP. The restaurant is not as big as OE, but it’s just as ‘grammable, filled with blue books and cozy armchairs to settle into. I’ve also found it’s easier to get into without a reservation come Sunday morning, though I’d always recommend making one.
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Why I’m Still Planning Travel

Jun 8, 2020
Katie
I was several weeks into working from home, leaving only for groceries and dog walks, when I realized how down I was feeling about everything. It seemed like I had nothing to look forward to anymore, just more days of being “trapped” in my house. So when I found cheap flights to Peru in December via the Google Explore tool, I knew I wanted to snatch them up.