There are two versions of me: the New Yorker buried under a hat and scarf, and the Florida Gator who thrives under the southern heat (though the latter usually only exists in my mind, thanks to online grad school). This January, the Gator made a…
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Inside Helios Grand Hotel: A Guide to Epic Universe’s Signature Stay
From the earliest concept art, Helios Grand Hotel has stood as a beacon behind Epic Universe. I still remember seeing the preview for the first time and thinking to myself, “I just have to stay there.” The Tokyo DisneySea Hotel MiraCosta and Disneyland Hôtel had…
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Hooligans, Monsters, Magic, and One Epic Escape
When you’ve waited for something for six years, it’s natural to build high expectations in anticipation. Often, reality can be a letdown compared to what you’ve built in your head. Such is not the case with Epic Universe, the newest addition to Universal Orlando Resort. …
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12 Days of Drinks to Boost your Holiday Spirits
It seems like there’s an endless list of things to look forward to every holiday season– the lights, the music, the time with loved ones, but most importantly, the treats! I’m a lifelong lover of holiday flavors, and especially since I’ve developed an equal love…
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Four Ways to Celebrate Wicked: For Good
It’s good to see Wicked on the big screen again, isn’t it? The highly anticipated part two is here, and just like the first act, it is a total pop culture moment. With hundreds of official (and slightly off-brand unofficial) partnerships, it’s almost overwhelming how big…
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Obsessed with LoveShackFancy? Here’s How I Fell In Love (On A Budget)
I’ve never been one to shy away from a strong printmaking brand (citing my Lilly Pulitzer era here), so naturally, I’ve always been drawn to the romantic, feminine, and dreamy LoveShackFancy. The primary brand is, unfortunately, out of my grad-student-nonprofit-career budget. However, over the last…