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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The Gardens Hotel in Key West: Paradise Found

The Gardens Hotel Key West

Disclosure: Our stay at the Gardens Hotel in Key West was complimentary.  However all opinions are sincere and are my own. Walking into the Gardens Hotel is like stepping into another era.  The whole world seems to slow down as you make your way into the original mansion which dates back to the 1800’s and …

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Breathtaking Views and Excellent Service at The Hyatt Key West Resort and Spa

Hyatt Key West Resort and Spa view of hotel from the water

Disclosure: We received a complimentary two night stay at the Hyatt Key West Resort and Spa.  However all opinions are sincere and are my own. The Hyatt Key West Resort and Spa is the perfect Oceanside retreat for an unforgettable getaway with your loved one.  The hotel offers gorgeous views of the Gulf of Mexico …

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Discovering Key West’s Natural Beauty With Fury Key West Water Adventures

fury key west commotion of the ocean sailboat

When people think about taking a trip to the Florida Keys they usually think of going out to bars and restaurants or enjoying the street performers and artist on Mallory Square during the sunset celebration. But few people get to see the natural side of Key West.  Key West and the Florida Keys in general …

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The Ringling Brothers Center for Elephant Conservation: Making a Difference

baby elephant

Disclosure: We received an invitation to visit the The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Center for Elephant Conservation and our travel and accommodations where provided. However all opinions are sincere and are my own. When you think of Asian elephants and Ringling Bros. the image of them performing probably comes to mind. But what you …

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Romantic Toes in the Sand Sunset Dinner at Sun Sun Restaurant in Key West

Sun Sun Restaurant Casa Marina Key West Sunset Dinner

  As soon as I entered the Casa Marina, a Waldorf Astoria Resort, I felt myself being transported back in time.  Built in 1920 the hotel has a strong presence that combines an old Key West laid back atmosphere with contemporary luxury.  Stepping out into the lawn two rows of palm trees reach out to …

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History Meets Laid Back Luxury in Key West at the The Cypress House Historic Inn

cypress house historic inn Key West

As I was searching for the perfect place for my husband and I to stay during our romantic Key West getaway I came across the Historic Key West Inns website and I knew I had found something special.  Historic Kewy Est Inns consists of a collection of 6 boutique hotels located on historic properties. All …

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Key West Express, the Best Way to Travel from Southwest Florida to the Keys

Key West Express

We visited the Florida Keys two years ago and although the drive across the overseas highway is truly beautiful this time around we where looking for a more convenient and quicker way to get there and boy did we find it!  We boarded the Key West express from Fort Myers Beach and in less than …

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Tampa With Kids: The Dalí Museum in St. Pete, A Great Place to Introduce Kids to Art

The Dalí Museum view of staircase from second floor

Disclosure: We received complimentary tickets to visit the Dalí Museum in Saint Petersburg. However all opinions are sincere and are my own.   On our recent family trip to Tampa we visited the Dali Museum in Saint Petersburg.  Having two extremely active and curious children we are often hesitant to take them to an art …

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Rest and Relaxation Staying At the Sheraton Suites Tampa Airport

boy reading Tampa book in hotel

Disclosure: We received a complimentary one night stay at the newly remodeled Sheraton Suites Tampa Airport Westshore.  However all opinions are sincere and are my own.   On our recent family trip to Tampa we stayed at the Sheraton Suites Tampa Airport Westshore. The hotel underwent a multimillion dollar renovation in 2009.  This hotel is …

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Tampa With Kids: Hands-On Educational Fun at The Glazer Children’s Museum

Glazer Children's Museum

Disclosure: We received complimentary tickets to visit the Glazer Children’s Museum in Tampa, the perfect place to spend a fun day with kids in Tampa. However all opinions are sincere and are my own. Just a few hours away from Southwest Florida Tampa is a great place for families to visit for the day or …

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