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3 Palms Grille | A North Florida Hidden Gem
When it comes to food, flavor rules, but quality and technique are also huge in my book. Don't get me wrong, I can totally get down with a classic casserole or homestyle dish, but if I had my druthers, it's likely to involve inspired fare, prepared with intention and finesse. I subscribe to the European philosophy of slow dining. To me, dining out is an event. One I prefer to enjoy with great friends at a captivating location, topped off with imaginative dishes and flavorful beverages. Lately, … Read More
Sunless Tanning Edit
When is the best time to get your glow on? Any time of course! My first career was in skincare and ever since I've done everything I can to protect my skin from the sun. As a result, my skin is usually rocking a bright shade of ivory everywhere I go. There's absolutely nothing wrong with a porcelain complexion, but when I'm feeling the island vibes or preparing for that special event, I turn to my favorite sunless tanners. Here's my latest list, and how I wear them. … Read More
5 Reasons to Love Reunion Resort
Orlando. A Mecca for family friendly travel, full of treasured experiences for young and old. There is no doubt there are ample memories to be made when you visit Florida, but it can definitely get overwhelming determining where to start! As a travel and lifestyle expert, I've had my fair share of immersive experiences. For me though, there is something to be said of a destination that has it all. When we travel to Central Florida, we like to keep things easy and stay in a place that meets all … Read More
24 Hours in Washington D.C.
Like many Americans I had "passed through" D.C. on my way to where I was going. For some reason, I had only been through the area for business, or on a layover, but never to just explore. I'd never even had the traditional field trip most middle and high schoolers have. It's been on my bucket list for some time now, and David and I really wanted to make it during cherry blossom week. So when lighting struck and we had the chance to go at the perfect time, we jumped in with both feet for a quick … Read More
Sleep Matters | My Tips for a Better Night’s Sleep with ZzzQuil
This blog is a paid partnership between Amy West Travel and ZzzQuil™, however all opinions expressed in this blog are completely my own. I recently heard someone discussing how in their 20s they would simply jump in bed and crash, followed by a blissful 8 to 10 hours of undisturbed sleep. In their 30s, things changed. They now have to make a sleepy-time tea, light a candle, and run a fan for white noise while sleeping in complete darkness. That pretty much sums it up in my opinion. Whether it … Read More
