Where to Stay: Casa Marina Resort in Key West
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Where to Stay: Casa Marina Resort in Key West

Henry Flagler’s Casa Marina Resort in Key West is equal parts luxury and history. I just can’t get enough of Key West. And when the opportunity arose to go check out one of the island’s most luxurious and historic hotel gems, I simply couldn’t resist. It turned out to be a family affair and our…

Modern Luxury Weddings: Cake Couture 
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Modern Luxury Weddings: Cake Couture 

Inspired by high fashion and inventive design, Angélica Lenox, founder of Sweet Guilt, blows the top off of traditional wedding cakes in the name of art.   Not every newly engaged couple wants a conventional wedding cake or a traditional ceremony and reception for that matter. And in Miami, confection artist Angélica Lenox, founder of…

The Day I Played Tennis Against Serena Williams and Lived to Tell About it
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The Day I Played Tennis Against Serena Williams and Lived to Tell About it

Would you ever dare to step on the same tennis court as Serena Williams? Can you even imagine what it would be like? It happened to me last year and it conjured up a range of emotions from sheer terror to absolute glee. Just thinking back about it gives me the chills. You know all…

She Dreamt of Exotic Destinations and Far Away Lands
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She Dreamt of Exotic Destinations and Far Away Lands

As a young girl I dreamt of living on my own tropical island. Growing up on the Kansas plains, the closest I could get to the tropics was escaping through the pages of children’s books (and family vacations to Florida!). Do you remember the book Island of the Blue Dolphins by Scott O’Dell? A girl named Karana finds…

The Perfect Beach Cover Up and Sunnies to Match
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The Perfect Beach Cover Up and Sunnies to Match

I’ve found it! Introducing the perfect cover up for a beach day. Designed by local Floridian, Angeline Hayling, co-founder of Island Bridal, this gorgeous lacy cover up is inspired by the elegant oceanic lifestyle. The wrap-style shawl is luxurious enough for a honeymoon, but carefree enough for an average day on the beach. If there was such a thing!…