Crystal is a bilingual editor and writer with over 20 years of experience in digital and print media. She is currently based in Florida, but has lived in small towns in the Midwest, Caracas, New York City, and Madrid, where she earned her MA in Spanish literature.
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5 Puerto Rican Recipes to Make the Best of Mango Season in Florida
Mangos are in season! Check out these recipes from Boricua social media influencers to make good use of this tropical fruit. The heat, bugs, and oppressive humidity make Florida summers insufferable, but there is a silver lining—well, actually it’s more of a rosy blush—and that’s the plethora of mangoes ripening on the trees this time…
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Looking for a Nude Beach? Florida Has Two of the Best.
British swimwear brand Pour Moi released a ranking of the top 20 nude beaches in the world.
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‘Miami English’ Is a Real Thing, Linguists Say
The dialect is the result of decades of contact between Spanish and English in South Florida, particularly when speakers translate directly from Spanish.
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What to Expect at the Puerto Rican Day Parade in NYC This Sunday
The 66th edition of the National Puerto Rican Day Parade is dedicated to Aguadilla and will be led by Giselle Blondet as grand marshal.
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7 of the Coolest Speakeasies and Secret Bars in Orlando
Although none of us are old enough to remember the Prohibition Era when secret bars and speakeasies were a necessity, there’s still something exciting about entering through an unmarked door and enjoying a cocktail in a unique hideaway.
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7 Unique Camping Experiences in Florida for a Cool Outdoor Adventure
Whether you like star gazing, music concerts, snorkeling or theme parks, there’s a campground for that in Florida.
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Florida’s Ultimate Summer Bucket List: 10 Fun Activities You Need to Try
Looking for activities to cool off during Florida’s hot summer months? We’ve got you covered with some of the best water and indoor activities around the state.
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All About the Skunk Ape: Florida’s Bigfoot
The Seminole and Miccosukee indigenous people have stories about a mysterious, powerful and foul-smelling creature called Esti Capcaki, which means “Tall Man” or “Hairy Giant” in Seminole.
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4 Steps to Get Medical Marijuana in Florida
You must be diagnosed with a qualifying medical condition to get a medical marijuana ID card in Florida.
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Where to Watch the Lyrids Meteor Shower in Florida
While the new moon will help with visibility, for best viewing it’s important to get as far away from light pollution as possible.
