Paula Bendfeldt-Diaz

Paula is a freelance writer, translator & marketer. She started her writing & publishing career as the editor of Bebé y Mamá, the first parenting magazine in Guatemala. She is the founder of www.GrowingUpBilingual.com and www.365thingsswfl.com and writes articles in Spanish and English for both magazines and the web on subjects ranging from travel and food to parenting and bilingualism. She enjoys traveling, good food and is always in search of new things to do and in Southwest Florida.

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Pauly Shore Brings Laughs to Southwest Florida and Expects Birthday Cake

Hollywood actor and comedian Pauly Shore is coming to Southwest Florida, January 30 -February 1, to host his birthday bash weekend. Shore will be performing at Off The Hook Comedy Club, in Marco Island, for a total of five shows.  The comedy club will also be hosting “Cake a Bake for Pauly,” which will have …

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Bonefish Grill $50 Gift Card Giveaway!

    Valentine’s Day is right around the corner and to celebrate Bonefish Grill has a new Prix Fixe (fixed price) menu for you and your significant other to enjoy. Available Tuesday, February 11 through Monday, February 17, dinner for two is available for $29.90 per person and includes the delectable favorite Steak and Lobster …

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Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus Honors Local Heroes and Teaches Kids That Everyone Has a Superpower

circus heroes

We attend the Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Presents Super Circus Heroes show at Germain Arena. We where pleasantly surprised by the show and it’s focus. Starting with a interactive All Access Pre-show, which takes place on the arena floor one hour before the show and is FREE TO ALL TICKET HOLDERS the show …

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A Special Holiday Celebration at Universal Studios

Macys Parade at Universal Studios Orlando

Macy’s Holiday Parade Every year our Thanksgiving day includes watching the Macy’s parade and we always wonder what it would be like to watch it live instead of seeing in on the TV.   Giant balloons, festive floats with my kid’s favorite characters, holiday music and high school bands.  All of this combined with the beautiful …

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Celebrating the Holidays With Mickey’s Very Mery Christmas Party

fireworks magic kingdom Mickey's very merry christmas party

The holidays are a special time for kids of all ages. It’s a time where lights sparkle and dreams come true.  This past weekend we had the opportunity to attend Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party and I have to tell you we all felt like we where in a dream. Mickey’s Very Marry Christmas is …

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Marker 92 Bar and Bistro: Great Waterfront Restaurant in Cape Coral

eggs benedict waterfront dinning CApe Coral Westin

One of the great things of living in Southwest Florida is that there are a lot of restaurant options when it comes to waterfront dining.  In Cape Coral one of my favorite places is Marker 92 located at the Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village.  The food is superb and whether you are inside …

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Great Ways to Celebrate the Holidays in Orlando

Sweet Holiday Orlando

There is nothing more magical than the holidays.  This holiday season Orlando is offering visitors the gift that keeps on giving with 59 days of unique winter holiday celebrations throughout the entire destination. From Nov. 8 to Jan. 5, families can experience all the joy of the season while basking in Orlando’s year-round sunshine. Here …

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The Ringling Museum Has Something for Everyone

Ringling Museum art museum

We recently visited the Ringling Museum in Sarasota. The 66- acre museum complex, which was the winter estate of John and Mable Ringling has something for everyone.  There is really a lot to do and see and you can easily spend all day there.  If you are visiting with kids in tow, like we where, …

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Family Fun and Relaxation at the Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village

Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village

A few weeks ago I had the opportunity to stay with my family at the Westin Cape Coral Resort at Marina Village for a wonderful and relaxing vacation or rather a staycation.  Since we are locals we had been to the hotel many times before to enjoy drinks and a light dinner or light meal …

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Three Books That Teach Kids About Florida Ecosystems

The Mangrove Tree

I was provided with a copy of An Afternoon in Mosquito Lagoon, A New Home For An Old Friend – Responsible Aquarium Stewardship, and The Mangrove Tree Top to Bottom, Bottom to Top . However all opinions are my own. We love living in Southwest Florida and one of our favorite things, besides the wonderful climate, …

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