Last weekend, the big kids had their annual winter break which typically means a long weekend somewhere far away from home! Previous years we’ve gone skiing, or even taken a trip to the Caribbean, but this year we had extra (adorable) cargo that played a huge role in all of our choices.

My biggest concern was the airplane. Aside from how he’d react to the elevation, I was of course worried about the pandemic we’re living in.

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Last weekend I brought in my 30th birthday in Miami (a coincidence that it’s Todd’s favorite city? I think not lol)! It was a weekend filled with so much joy, sunshine, and some of the trendiest restaurants in Miami.

I know everyone’s starting to travel again– that was evident at the airport–  so I figured I’d share our itinerary with you in case you wanted to experience some of the things that made my birthday feel soo special.

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Columbia’s Airport recently welcomed Silver Airlines, a low-cost carrier, to their flight rotation. With insanely affordable roundtrip prices to Fort Lauderdale, it’s now easier than ever to spend a weekend in Miami. In fact, we’re here for the second weekend in a row celebrating a friend’s milestone birthday.

When another friend of mine asked for a list of what to do + where to eat recently, I figured now was a great time to share some of the best Miami spots with all of you… just in case you plan to travel to the city known for year-around summertime + fun!

Continue reading Mini Miami Guide at Shades of Pinck.