Traveling Tote Adventures and a Giveaway
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Beach Bound
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Beach Bound
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Tales of the Traveling Tote and a Giveaway
Welcome to another adventure of Tales of the Traveling Tote. This is where my fellow Tales of the Traveling Tote friends and I share our latest travels, projects and our most current events. You will have an opportunity to visit other members at the end of this post and learn about our giveaway.
Beach Bound
Miss Molly enjoying lunch out and shopping
In the spring we look forward to our annual trip to the beach. Early May we packed and our bags and approximately three hundred miles south and five and half hours later we arrive at our favorite sugar sands beach.
My favorite place to be beachside is
Trips here in the past find us in a beach house, townhouse or condo. This trip we were beachfront in a condo. We love to sit on the balcony and enjoy the view while sipping coffee in the morning or enjoying a drink in the early evening before going to dinner. Come along while I share some of my favorite places along this Florida coastal hideaway.
My favorite place to be beachside is somewhere, anywhere along scenic Highway 30A in the panhandle of Florida's emerald gulf coast. This year we enjoyed a weather perfect week with mild temperatures and lots of sunshine.
Trips here in the past find us in a beach house, townhouse or condo. This trip we were beachfront in a condo. We love to sit on the balcony and enjoy the view while sipping coffee in the morning or enjoying a drink in the early evening before going to dinner. Come along while I share some of my favorite places along this Florida coastal hideaway.
My sweet sister did a fun drawing of me, knowing how I still love my beach time!
I love the feel of feet in the sand
Breathtaking sunsets
And sunrise
Our favorite food to enjoy beachside is blackened grouper.
Served up at one of my favorite restaurants in
Seaside. Always a favorite!
And known for their key lime pie
Red Bar in Grayton Beach and
Louis Louis, Santa Rosa Beach. Same owners and same menu, always delicious....
And right next to Great Southern Cafe is my favorite beach bookstore
Sundog Books
I chose a few books from the shelves for beachside
Seaside
Rosemary Beach and a little shopping
Alys Beach
The striking architectural features of this town are traditional, Bermuda brilliant-white homes. Featured with pathways and courtyards only a short walk to the beach
Lunch
Thank you for your visit. I hope you will leave a comment, it's the only way I know you stopped in.
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The striking architectural features of this town are traditional, Bermuda brilliant-white homes. Featured with pathways and courtyards only a short walk to the beach
A break from seafood, pizza hit the spot for lunch
Miss Courtney enjoys walks on the beach
jSweet Beach Treats
And, a favorite nursery to find a few gifts and plants to take home
Clay Gardens and Gifts in Seagrove
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Now for the Giveaway!
Rita at "Panoply" will be hosting the giveaway for a chance to win this luggage tag from MacKenzie-Childs. Just leave a comment on Rita's blog post.
Tales of the Traveling Tote members would love for you to visit.
Debbie with Miss Aurora @ Mountain Breaths
Emily with Miss Courtney Childs@ The French Hutch
Patti with Miss Kenzie @ Pandora's Box
Linda P with Miss Lola @ Life and Linda
Rita with Miss Luna C @ Panoply
Sarah with Miss Merri Mac @ Hyacinths for the Soul
Jackie and Miss Madi K @ Purple Chocolat Home
Ricki Jill and Countess De Monet @ The Sketchy Reader
Emily, what fun! I enjoyed all your beautiful beach photos. I envy you and the sand between your toes. A quiet walk on the beach is a favorite for me. Love the sweet drawing from your sister. Special art! Happy June, my friend. Stay cool and enjoy your summer.
ReplyDeleteOh, your food photos made me wish I was there, as well as all those beach pics!! I have never been to the pan handle and hope to visit some day. Thanks for sharing your adventures with us!
ReplyDeleteOoh, that is definitely gorgeous sand! I am a beach girl too. This is on my bucket list to visit these Florida white sand beaches. The closest I have gotten to this was on a cruise, but you only get a few hours.
ReplyDeleteGive me the seafood and pizza and those desserts too! What a trip.
Emily, I love seeing the Golden Coast of 30A through your eyes. It's been a number of years, but we stayed in Seaside one year, and I loved it. We drove through Rosemary Beach, and biked through the areas, enjoying the seeing the homes. Walks on the beach were beautiful. Thank you for sharing it. Cute drawing of you by your sister! Happy June!
ReplyDeleteIt has been way too long since I've visited the beaches at 30A. And I see that you visited my Mother Ship: Sundog Books! :D I enjoyed seeing all of your photos of your favorite haunts. I also love seeing the drawing your sister made of you...so cute! There is nothing better on earth than freshly caught blackened grouper. Super photos and lovely post!
ReplyDeleteSo fun to see Golden Coast of 30A. I have never been so seeing this a wonderful arm chair adventure. There is something about sand between your toes. The drawing your sister did is so cute and fun. Emily, the food looks so delicious. How fun to get away and enjoy the views and great food. Happy June.
ReplyDeleteOh Emily, I am so glad you & Jim were able to enjoy a beach getaway! Your photos are gorgeous! 30A is such a great place to kick back and enjoy. Love the views from your condo and all your meals looked delicious!
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Emily, we love the beaches on 30A and the beautiful homes. We have visited so many of the places you spotlighted. Your photos are great, makes me want to plan a beach trip. Happy June!
ReplyDeleteThis looks absolutely heavenly, Emily. What a glorious spot to visit and the weather loos perfect. Your condo view is great. And I really love the drawing your sister did. I am eager for a beach visit but I can't think of a more beautiful spot to go than what you've shared here!
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