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Koolsville Tattoos Las Vegas
What happens in Las Vegas, gets immortalized on the internet! Find out what it’s like to get a $10 tattoo from the iconic Las Vegas Tattoo shop: Koolsville Tattoo Las Vegas. It was definitely an interesting experience and iconic to get a tattoo in Las Vegas! We rolled up to the Koolsville Tattoo shop in the Las Vegas Arts District around 7:30 on a Wednesday night after a fabulous dinner at Esther’s Kitchen. We entered the bright pink Las Vegas tattoo shop and after a quick conversation with the woman at the desk, we signed our waivers, paid our fees, picked our tattoo designs, and waited for our tattoo artist.…
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Heroes and Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume
I recently had the opportunity to go to the Heroes and Villains: The Art of the Disney Costume exhibit at the Birmingham Museum of Art and when I say it exceeded all my expectations, that’s an understatement! The Birmingham Museum of Art is free and you can see all their African, Asian, and European Art, as well as their extensive Wedgewood China collection. However, the Disney exhibit costs $30 per adult and $20 for children ages 4-17 (3 and under is free). Note that the exhibition runs through August 18, 2024, so if you want to go, don’t wait! After we purchased our tickets, we were given wristbands and Costume…
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48 Hours in Las Vegas: What I spent
Two friends and I recently spent 48 hours in Las Vegas to see the Dita Las Vegas, the Dita Von Teese show currently running at the Horseshoe Las Vegas. To keep it more affordable I used a mix of points and cash. Here’s what I spent (and the new points I accrued) during that whirlwind trip. Airfare Hotel Dita Las Vegas Tickets Food Tattoo Total Spent for 48 hours in Las Vegas $830.50 (plus 15k United Miles) Could I have done it cheaper? Absolutely! There are more affordable hotels and cheaper dining options available and we could have chosen regular seats as opposed to a table for Dita Las Vegas.…
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Best Eats in Memphis
Food is life. I travel for food and these are my choices for the best eats in Memphis from my recent trip to this storied musical city! The Beauty Shop Restaurant In researching foodie spots to try while in Memphis, The Beauty Shop Restaurant immediately piqued my interest. Admittedly it was more for the unique location in an old beauty salon than for the food, but the menu also had several interesting options. The restaurant’s plain Jane exterior had me questioning my choices, but as soon as I stepped inside, I was immediately transported back in time to an old-school beauty parlor. The key components, like the old-school hair dyers,…
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Overwater Bungalows Mexico
Overwater Bungalows Mexico are a great close-to-home option for those seeking an overwater bungalow experience without the long flight to the Maldives or French Polynesia. Palafitos Overwater Bungalows at El Dorado Maroma Highlights Located over the water at Maroma Beach Palafitos Overwater Bungalows El Dorado Maroma are stunningly reminiscent of French Polynesian overwater bungalows. The cluster of 30 overwater villas spanning three boardwalks are all-inclusive and come with full butler service. Glass floor windows, a private infinity pool, an outdoor shower, and direct ocean access mean you won’t want to leave your high-end luxury villa! Start your day with in bungalow breakfast, lounge on your private deck, take a private…
