[US Journey] Recharging in Florida: Clearwater Beaches and Orlando Adventures
After wrapping up all my conference schedules in Charlotte, I headed down to Florida on June 26th. My first stop was Clearwater, where I stayed until July 1st. It was the absolute perfect place to fully unwind and recharge.
I spent plenty of time just soaking in the beautiful ocean views and enjoying the white sands. Beyond just relaxing on the beach, I also got to go parasailing and even went on a boat tour where I saw wild dolphins swimming in the emerald waters. Another highlight of my time in Clearwater was when Chaeyoung treated me to a wonderful dinner. I was so incredibly grateful for her kindness and for such a warm, memorable evening.
On July 1st, I moved over to Orlando to start the next part of my vacation. The biggest highlight here was definitely my visit to Universal Studios. As a long-time fan of Harry Potter, being able to step into the magical world I had always loved was an absolute dream come true. Walking through Diagon Alley and seeing Hogwarts in person made me feel like a kid again, and it was easily one of the most exciting days of the entire trip.
Looking back, this Florida trip was exactly what I needed after months of intense conference preparation. It was a perfect blend of peaceful relaxation and pure excitement, and Iβm so glad I got to share these beautiful moments with the people I care about.
Most of the photos by Chaeyoung