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Surfing Santas, Cocoa Beach, Florida
We don’t have snow in Florida, we have Surfing Santas! Every Christmas Eve since 2009, Surfing Santas have lined the shores of Cocoa Beach, Florida. George Trosset founded the event, which has since become a beloved tradition. What started as a family gathering turned into a Christmas tradition that has raised more than $300,000 for charity. Each year a growing number of costumed Santas (as many as 800) take to the waves on December 24 in Cocoa Beach and raise money for Grind for Life, a local cancer charity, and the Florida Surf Museum. I’ve been to the event a few times and wanted to share some of my top…
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17 Best Things to Do on a Rainy Day in Tokyo
Updated 2026 Oh no, it’s raining in Tokyo! If you’re visiting Tokyo, rain can feel like a major inconvenience. You have this enormous, exciting city to explore, and suddenly you’re wondering if you should spend the entire day hiding in your hotel room. Don’t! Tokyo is actually a fantastic city for a rainy day. There are museums, shopping centers, underground shopping streets, quirky attractions, cafés, arcades, observation decks, and plenty of other indoor activities to keep you busy—and dry. And sometimes, a little rain actually makes Tokyo even more fun. I’ve spent rainy time in Tokyo and discovered that you don’t have to completely scrap your sightseeing plans when the…
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Koolsville Tattoo Las Vegas: What It’s Really Like to Get a $10 Tattoo
What happens in Las Vegas gets immortalized on the internet! And, apparently, on my arm. If you’re looking for a fun and slightly unconventional Las Vegas souvenir, you’ve probably heard about Koolsville Tattoo Las Vegas and its famous $10 tattoos. Yes, you read that right—a tattoo in Las Vegas for just $10. But is getting a $10 tattoo in Las Vegas actually a good idea? I decided to find out. During a girls’ trip to Las Vegas, my friends and I decided to head to Koolsville Tattoo after dinner and get some ink. It was definitely one of the more interesting experiences I’ve had in Las Vegas—and one I won’t…
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Capybara Cafe St. Augustine: What to Expect + My Honest Review
If you’re looking for a completely different experience in St. Augustine, Florida, how about hanging out with a capybara? Yep. A capybara. The Capybara Cafe in St. Augustine gives you the chance to get up close and personal with these adorable South American animals, including feeding them, petting them and learning more about them from the staff. And yes, I went. And yes, it was every bit as cute as you’re imagining. If you’re planning a trip to St. Augustine and are wondering whether the Capybara Cafe is worth adding to your itinerary, here’s what you need to know before you go. Book Your Capybara Encounter Quick Guide to the…
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Tanzania Safari Packing List for Women: What to Pack for Safari & Giraffe Manor
Tanzania Safari Packing List for Women I’ve been to 34 countries, and making my Tanzania safari packing list was one of the more challenging packing jobs I’ve tackled! Between the safari itself, Giraffe Manor in Kenya, and a few days in Zanzibar, I needed to pack for very different experiences without bringing my entire closet. So what do you actually need to pack for a Tanzania safari? In this Tanzania safari packing list, I’m sharing exactly what I brought, what I actually used, what I could have left at home, and a few things I forgot to pack. I’ll also share what I learned about safari clothes, shoes, luggage, toiletries,…
