The South Florida Traveler

For me up north, the snow is keeping me inside, but for those people in Florida you are a bit luckier as you can get around. But, as you are preparing to finish up your holiday shopping what is open? Here’s a quick run-down on where to sneak in and pick up those last minute touches to make your holidays a little merrier.

Publix: All stores close at 7:00 pm on Christmas Eve and are closed all day on Christmas Day
Albertson’s: open until 3:00 pm on Christmas Day, 9:00 pm on Christmas Eve
Winn-Dixie: open until 4:00 pm on Christmas Day, 7:00 …read more

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Every year, as December rolls around, children sit around the table dreaming up their wish list of what gifts they hope Santa will bring them. But what happens when money is so tight that some parents of these children are struggling to pay their bills. Will their children’s dreams come true or will they fall through the cracks? That’s where Toys For Tots comes in.
This 501c3 began in 1947 when Major Bill Hendricks, USMCR and a group of Marine Reservists collected over 5,000 toys and distributed them to needy children in the Los Angeles area. Through time, this program has …read more

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What happens when you have to travel on the busiest day of the year? Does your luggage seem to blend in with everyone else’s bag that moves around the carousel? Does the threat of losing your luggage overtake your body with anxiety? Here’s a stylish and memorable way to personalize your bag – making sure no one is mistakes your bag for their own. Custom bag tags from Tabitha Geary.
The goal of Tabitha Geary is to preserve your cherished memories. They create a line up of retail products that turn your photos into priceless treasures. For example, their photo tags …read more

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