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Katie’s 2023 Travel Recap

Of course, as we look ahead to new trips and locations, it’s good to remember the ones we’ve taken as well. It can be easy to get caught up in the places I didn’t go, but I was actually surprised by just how many trips I managed to take, now that I’m looking back on it! Some of which I’d already forgotten about... To recap, here’s where the year took me:

Dreaming of Scottsdale, Arizona

As I mentioned previously, my team planned a smaller off-site in the city that just happened a couple weeks ago. Unfortunately, it was not advisable for me to attend, since baby #2 is due any day now! Instead, I lived vicariously through my team. Their adventures have had me dreaming about all the great things in Scottsdale, like…

Spotlight: The Florida Aquarium

At $185 for a family of four, an annual membership is definitely the way to go, even if you’re not fully committed to monthly visits - if you go twice in a year, it will be worth it (especially because the membership also includes parking). That being said, if you’re not totally sold, these are some of the things I love about The Florida Aquarium...

Must-Visit: Sweetfields Farm in the Fall

Last year, I also went to Sweetfields Farm for their fall season, when they trade in their sunflower maze for a corn maze, and it reminded me what a great spot it is for a visit this time of year too. When Sara asked if I was interested in going out for some Florida fall fun, I said yes! We went over the weekend, and we got lucky with some really nice weather the morning we were there...

Highlights from Cabo San Lucas, Mexico

Last week, I was at the Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos for our annual company retreat. While I've been to a few off-sites with my team - Denver last December and Seattle in May - this was the first time I was told to leave my laptop at home. Unlike our off-site events, this trip to Baja California Sur was not meant to have a focus on work. Instead, since my company is totally remote, it was a chance to bring a large group of us together for team bonding and relaxing ahead of Q4. What a concept!

The Best Excursion in Cozumel

As you all know Cozumel, Mexico is one of my favorite cruise ports because of their abundance of activities. They have something for just about everyone. From shopping, to exploring Mayan Ruins, to beach clubs and snorkeling you can come back time and time again and try something new.  

We’re Going to Japan!

About a week and a half ago, I was perusing Google Flights’ Explore tool (as one does) to see what sort of deals were available for next spring. Flights, as a whole, have gotten pricier, so I’ve had to get choosy about what I feel comfortable paying. And then I spotted it - flights from Tampa to Tokyo, only one layover each way, for just under $1k per person.