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  • Seatrade Cruise Global 2026: Notes from the Floor (and a Very Full Schedule)
  • The Gritti Palace, Venice
  • Palm Beach International Boat Show: A First Look at Luxury on the Water
  • Kungfu Kitchen Brandon, Florida Restaurant Review: Hand-Pulled Noodles & Soup Dumplings Worth the Hype
  • Via Vecchia Portland Maine Review: A Romantic Italian Restaurant in the Old Port
  • A Louisiana Weekend, Solo: Roots, Sparkle, and the Road Back to Me
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Latest bit of encouragement
  • Seatrade Cruise Global 2026: Notes from the Floor (and a Very Full Schedule)

    A few days of cruise news, industry connections, and a reminder of why I love this life. There’s a very…

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    The Gritti Palace, Venice

    There Are Hotels… and Then There Are Legends There are places you stay. And then there are places that stay…

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  • Hinckley at Palm Beach International Boat Show
    Events | Lifestyle

    Palm Beach International Boat Show: A First Look at Luxury on the Water

    There’s something about stepping into a world you don’t fully expect… and then realizing it’s even bigger, shinier, and more…

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    Kungfu Kitchen Brandon, Florida Restaurant Review: Hand-Pulled Noodles & Soup Dumplings Worth the Hype

    There’s something special about being invited to experience a restaurant alongside fellow food lovers—especially when the concept has already earned…

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  • Via Vecchia Cocktails
    Culinary | Restaurants

    Via Vecchia Portland Maine Review: A Romantic Italian Restaurant in the Old Port

    An Old Port evening of cocktails, candlelight, and coastal charm Portland in the Off-Season There’s something about Portland in winter that feels…

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    Events | Travel

    A Louisiana Weekend, Solo: Roots, Sparkle, and the Road Back to Me

    There are certain seasons that live in your bones. Even if you move away.Even if your life changes.Even if you…

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Have you registered for @ifwtwa1 2026 Conference y Have you registered for @ifwtwa1 2026 Conference yet? You do NOT need to be a member! I’ll be presenting a session and would love to see you there! #speakerannouncement #foodwinetravel #conference
If you’ve been following along via my Stories, you If you’ve been following along via my Stories, you know we hopped a flight to Saint Lucia yesterday and took a five minute ride to @serenityatcbay - We originally had planned a family trip, but when an article assignment presented itself, we decided to combine business/leisure and arrived a few days early to get the job done. 

@dalpozzal is currently napping on the swing bed in our private beach cabana, and it is a well-deserved rest. He just completed his latest annual ground school and has been working hard flying everyone else to their vacations. It’s time for his, now.

I am so grateful for these types of moments and it reminds me of that balance I frequently refer to. As difficult as life can be, it is equally as beautiful. Today is one of those beautiful days. And I am pretty sure this whole week will follow suit.

I am looking forward to celebrating my uncle’s retirement and spending time with him, my sister-ain’t, and their best friends in a few days.

Until then, I’ll continue my “research” enjoying frozen drinks in my Stanley cup. #hosted
Made it home on the late night train. Listening to Made it home on the late night train. Listening to birds while sun rises. Enjoying morning coffee in my @royaldelft_official @hollandamericaline cup filled w/ the #cruise line’s private blend: Rotterdam 1873 while working on a list of best #coffee themed articles (coffee, accessories, machines, shops) Happy Friday!!!!!
Made it to #FnBSea @seatradecruise for one final d Made it to #FnBSea @seatradecruise for one final day of #research
A morning walk in Miami Beach. #FloridaLife A morning walk in Miami Beach. #FloridaLife
After the morning keynote at #STCGlobal I had a fe After the morning keynote at #STCGlobal I had a few minutes to check out some booths. Caught up with some New Englanders before the press events began. There was a Holland America Libe announcement I live-streamed for the @hollandamericafansofficial group I help manage, followed by an Alaska party and the kickoff reception featuring a mariachi band, paella, and maybe a few glasses of wine before the sun set. Tomorrow will be even busier but I have loved catching up with a few cruise industry friends!
This next session I attended at #stcglobal was mod This next session I attended at #stcglobal was moderated by @fran_golden_cruise - great discussion about private island destinations and this cruise trend for passengers. It isn’t about taking away from other port stops but more of an added value for guests. I’ll post more from the session later. So much goodness for future cruises!
Checking out a few sessions this morning. Listenin Checking out a few sessions this morning. Listening how to maximize time ashore for guests. Discussion on #familytravel and having the best options for travelers to enjoy the ports. My Q to you: what are YOU looking for on your #cruise experience when at a@port stop? #STGlobal
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