*Karol G’s unforgettable encore, Suki Waterhouse and Rochelle Jordan in Orlando, Gabby B’s signed children’s book at Explorico, Hilton Grand Vacations, LPGA golf and the people who made Florida unforgettable by Aaron G. Beebe *

From Orlando After Dark to Miami’s Stadium Lights

**By Aaron G. Beebe | GONNAHAPPEN® / GONNA HAPPEN®**

PART 1 | GONNA HAPPEN® ON THE MOVE: FALL 2026**

A GONNA HAPPEN® ON THE MOVE….The Story  |  September 29–October 7, 2026

**No single moment defined my Florida trip. Karol G, Suki Waterhouse, Rochelle Jordan, Gabby B, Explorico, Hilton Grand Vacations, professional golf and my friend Guillermo each reminded me of a different kind of commitment—and each had something to teach me.**

From September 29 through October 7, 2026, I traveled between Orlando and South Florida with my camera, a carefully planned schedule and a budget I had worked hard to put together. The concerts and stops were not random; I chose them because the artists, businesses and people meant something to me. I wanted to be present, support their work, and bring back honest stories for GONNAHAPPEN®.

Some of those memories were loud: hands flying in the air inside House of Blues Orlando or the moment Karol G appeared from beneath the stage one more time at Hard Rock Stadium. Others were quieter: walking beside the lake at Hilton Grand Vacations, hearing Gabby B and an educator read from a book about her childhood, or talking with her family about Japanese roots in Brazil.

I travel independently. No big media team arranged these moments for me, and I do not need backstage access to appreciate an artist. I do it because music, hospitality, sports and local businesses are built by people with dreams and determination. The deeper I get into building GONNAHAPPEN®, the more I understand how much effort that takes.

## ORLANDO AFTER DARK: Suki Waterhouse and Rochelle Jordan — Two Completely Different Vibes

September 30 brought me to House of Blues Orlando to see Suki Waterhouse and Rochelle Jordan. I had wanted to see Suki perform live, but I walked out with appreciation for two artists who made the same room feel like two completely different worlds. The contrast was exactly what I enjoy about live entertainment.

Rochelle Jordan brought the kind of electronic R&B that fills a room with motion. What impressed me was not just her beautiful voice but the way she interacted with the audience. She had a striking presence, an easy confidence and a sound that invited everyone to move with her. The crowd was not standing still. People were jumping, throwing their hands into the air and responding to what was happening onstage.

For photography, I started toward the back of House of Blues to get a good view of Rochelle. Then I moved to both sides of the room because I wanted more than a straight-on photograph of the performer. I wanted images of the people who had come to see her: the hands in the air, the movement, the excitement and the connection between artist and audience. Sometimes the strongest concert photo is the one that shows what the music is doing to the crowd.

Then Suki Waterhouse took the evening in a different direction. Her voice, dreamy songs, vintage-inspired presentation and unmistakable rock-and-roll attitude created an atmosphere all her own. I have always appreciated her style; there is a glamorous, sexy confidence to the way she presents herself, but it is the music and the feeling she creates that keep me interested.

What really stayed with me was how devoted her fans were. These were not people who had casually wandered into a show. They were deeply into her music, responding throughout the set and creating an energy that made the smaller venue feel alive. Watching that relationship between Suki and her fans made me appreciate her even more. Sometimes you learn as much about an artist by watching the audience as you do by watching the stage.

Suki interacted with the audience throughout the show, and the size of House of Blues helped make those exchanges feel personal. In a stadium you can see an enormous production; in a room like this, you can feel the performer and the audience feeding off one another in real time. That closeness is one reason I enjoy smaller venues, even though I also love a spectacular stadium concert.

Another visual detail I remember was the large reflective heart in the stage design. It fit the mood of Suki’s performance and gave the entire scene a cinematic quality. With my camera, I was paying attention to the stage, the fans, the lighting and the different moods from one performance to the next.

I left thinking less about a single song and more about the crowd itself: Suki’s connection with her fans, Rochelle’s voice and audience interaction, and the chance to capture the room from different angles. It was an exciting reminder that a memorable concert is a two-way experience. The artists give the audience something, and the audience gives that energy right back.

## HILTON GRAND VACATIONS: More Than a Place to Sleep

Hilton Grand Vacations Club SeaWorld Orlando served as my home base for part of the trip, but my relationship with Hilton properties goes beyond needing a comfortable room between events. I return to Hilton timeshare properties and experiences because of the people. A well-maintained resort matters, but the hospitality of the staff is usually what makes me want to come back.

During this stay, I appreciated the team members at the market along with the housekeeping, concierge, maintenance and management staff. Each has a different responsibility, and together they shape the atmosphere of the property. When someone takes pride in helping guests and treating them well, I notice. It makes a big difference to a person like me who often travels alone and is moving from one scheduled activity to another.

I also try to enjoy the property instead of using it as nothing more than a place to sleep. I love spending time at the pool, walking around the grounds and finding spots where I can enjoy the Florida weather. The lake walking path was especially nice on this visit. A quiet walk between busy events can help me clear my head, review photographs and appreciate where I am.

Music and social events are another part of what I enjoy about these resorts. I appreciate opportunities to attend an owners’ gathering, meet other guests or simply relax in a friendly setting. I have long enjoyed major sporting events, too, including Formula 1, NASCAR and professional golf. Those interests are part of the broader mix of experiences I follow; they are not all events that took place at this property during this trip.

My strongest Hilton Grand Vacations connection is professional golf through its Tournament of Champions at Lake Nona. I have volunteered at that event since its early years and worked as a standard bearer, a role that places you out on the course following a group and helping spectators keep track of the players’ scores. Standing on a golf course with the responsibility to represent a tournament well is a completely different kind of event experience from watching a concert, but both teach you to appreciate preparation and teamwork.

That first Tournament of Champions experience helped me fall in love with the LPGA and its events. Since then, I have worked at numerous professional tournaments and walked many miles around golf courses. I have had opportunities to work around outstanding players, including Nelly Korda and Lottie Woad. I have been struck by the ability of some players to make volunteers feel welcome—as though we are part of the larger team supporting their day.

Golf teaches lessons you can take almost anywhere. You see discipline, patience, focus, emotional control and the determination to keep going after a difficult shot. You also see the volunteers, marshals, standard bearers, scorers, tournament organizers and hospitality workers who help create the experience. The closer you get to that side of a sport, the more you realize how many people are involved in making a major event look effortless.

Through my Tournament of Champions connection, I even received a certificate tied to an opportunity to play Lake Nona. That is one of several reasons Orlando feels familiar to me. I may arrive for a concert and stay at a resort, but I also return with years of golf memories and appreciation for the people who have welcomed me along the way.

## CHARLEY’S STEAK HOUSE: An Owners’ Dinner and Unexpected Connections

One of the memorable Hilton Grand Vacations experiences on this trip was an owners’ dinner at Charley’s Steak House. I appreciated the quality of the food, the restaurant staff and the Hilton Grand Vacations team who helped make the evening enjoyable. Great hospitality is not just about bringing a plate to the table. It is about creating an environment where guests feel looked after and can relax enough to connect with other people.

I met some interesting people at dinner. Conversations brought up connections to trucking and agriculture—two industries I worked in before GONNAHAPPEN® became such a big part of my life. It was funny to be sitting in Orlando and suddenly find myself talking about earlier chapters of my career. Those conversations are reminders that people carry whole stories with them into a room.

I also liked that the gathering did not feel like I had to hand out a business card or turn every introduction into a potential deal. We could just enjoy dinner, the music, the company and a beautiful evening. For me, that is part of the appeal of staying connected with Hilton Grand Vacations: the resort facilities are important, but the personal interactions are what make a property feel worth returning to.

## MIAMI’S BIG NIGHT: Karol G at Hard Rock Stadium — Worth Every Bit of the Journey

On October 2, I arrived at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami to see Karol G. I had followed her career for years, including her early music and the 2013 Nicky Jam collaboration “Amor de Dos,” so this was not a last-minute decision to chase a popular concert. I had wanted to see her for a long time, and I saved over several months until I could afford a floor seat.

My connection to her music began with Puerto Rico. During my time there, I fell in love with reggaeton. I heard Karol G’s music all over the place, and something about her sound kept drawing me back: the rhythm, the beats, her distinctive voice and the way she made those songs feel uplifting. I was also learning Spanish and developing an appreciation for how music connects communities, even when you are still working on the language.

My Colombian connections made that interest more personal. Over the years, I have supported Colombian champion Dumar Roa and people in the Colombian community, while keeping close family and friendship connections to Puerto Rico. Those relationships gave me a way to learn more about Colombian culture through actual people, not only the music on my phone. Little by little, I began to feel like a small part of a much wider community.

When I think about Karol G, I hear more than a great reggaeton beat. I hear an artist whose style, voice and energy became part of that wider appreciation for Colombian culture and Latin music. Her songs have inspired me. Watching her career grow over more than a decade also reminds me that persistence matters—that an artist can keep developing her craft and reach audiences on an entirely different scale.

Getting to Miami took planning. I built the trip around experiences I genuinely cared about and kept a close eye on what I could spend. I like the intimacy of smaller shows, but Hard Rock Stadium was a different kind of spectacle. The production, lights, stage, thousands of fans and shared excitement made it feel enormous without taking away the emotional connection I had to the songs.

Then came a moment I absolutely loved: Karol G’s finale. Just when it felt like the performance had reached its ending, she appeared from beneath the stage one more time. I loved that surprise return—the feeling that she was giving the audience one last moment after an already huge night. I captured video of it, and it is one of those concert memories that instantly takes me back to how I felt standing there.

What was special was not simply the stage effect. It was what it represented for me: the artist I had listened to for years was right there, performing in front of an enormous crowd, and I had managed to make the trip happen. I could hear and feel the energy around me. After all the planning, it was a moment I was genuinely happy to experience in person.

Seeing her live did not change my opinion of Karol G. It made me love her music even more. The voice, the beats, the reggaeton influences, her style and the Colombian cultural connection were already reasons I was a fan. The live show added another layer of memories to all of it.

## THE EXTRA STARS OF THE NIGHT: Elena Rose, Greeicy and Eddy Lover

The concert was bigger than one performer, and I also enjoyed seeing Elena Rose, Greeicy and Eddy Lover. Elena Rose opened the evening, and Greeicy and Eddy Lover made appearances that added their own personalities to the night. I already enjoyed Greeicy’s music, so seeing and photographing her was an extra treat.

One of my favorite photographs from the evening was Elena Rose standing in a beam of light. I love those moments when the performer, the lighting and the composition come together in an instant. I try to capture not only who was onstage, but how that scene actually felt to someone standing in the audience.

I went alone, but being alone at a concert does not automatically mean feeling lonely. Around me were people dancing, singing and celebrating. That kind of shared joy is something music does very well. I also appreciated the welcoming staff at Hard Rock Stadium, who helped make the experience a positive one.

I did not need a backstage introduction or a photo with Karol G to make the night worthwhile. I was there as someone who loves her music and wanted to support her career in the best way I could. The floor seat, the performances, the encore and the feeling of that crowd were more than enough. And the experience belonged beside—not above—the other meaningful moments of my Florida trip.

## HOLLYWOOD BEACH: A SHORT STOP WITH A BIG PURPOSE 

During the South Florida portion of the trip, I stayed briefly at Casa Pellegrino near Hollywood Beach. With so much happening between Miami, Coral Springs, and Pompano Beach, I needed a practical place to base myself while moving between events. This stay was shorter than the Orlando portion, and I did not spend much time photographing the property.

Not every location on a trip becomes the main story. Sometimes its importance is the way it connects several other experiences. In this case, the Hollywood Beach area put me in reach of a major concert, a meaningful children’s book event, and another friendship connected to my business journey. I appreciated having those different pieces of South Florida close enough to make the trip work.

## GABBY B: From the Concert Stage to “Gabby B and Her New School Adventures”

A completely different spotlight awaited me in Coral Springs. I visited Explorico for Gabby B’s Story Time and meet-and-greet centered on her children’s book, “Gabby B and Her New School Adventures.” Just a short time after standing in a huge stadium, I found myself in a family-focused setting where music, learning, childhood memories and personal conversations came together.

I had seen Gabby B previously at a 305 Day celebration associated with Mr305 Inc. and Sony Publishing, where she performed “Leche” with Vikina. I have also followed her independent music, including Funklândia and the XOXO EP, after first becoming interested in her work through an early video shared by Big Time Tommy. I respect how she continues trying new things, building an audience and developing projects beyond performing a song onstage.

The book event was special because Gabby and an educator read portions of “Gabby B and Her New School Adventures” to the children. I learned that the story draws on her life, presented through a child’s perspective, and reflects the importance of family. That gave the reading a different meaning for me. I was not just listening to a celebrity introduce a product; I was watching an artist share personal experiences in a form children could enjoy.

I purchased a copy of the book and had Gabby sign it. That signed copy became another memory from the trip, and I was happy to support the project directly. I think it is important to show up for independent artists when they branch out creatively—whether they are releasing an album, experimenting with merchandise or writing something that families can read together.

I also got to meet Gabby’s family, her manager and people close to her entertainment circle. That was a big difference from the larger 305 Day event. We could actually talk and learn more about each other. Her family shared stories about their background and connections on the Italian side of the family to entertainment circles in Florida and New York. It reminded me that many artists have support systems and personal histories fans do not see from the outside.

Another part of her background fascinated me: Gabby’s father is a capoeira master, and I learned that she practices capoeira, too. Capoeira brings movement, rhythm and martial-arts traditions together, and hearing about that family connection gave me another reason to appreciate the Brazilian cultural influences around her. I also admire how Gabby sings in different languages, which is another way she reaches people across cultures.

What stayed with me was how natural the transition felt—from an entertainer I had seen onstage to a person sitting with children and family members, sharing part of her story. I left with a signed book and more respect for the range of work she is building. That is exactly the type of independent creative effort I want GONNAHAPPEN® to recognize.

## A JAPANESE-BRAZILIAN CONNECTION I DID NOT EXPECT

One of the most unexpected conversations of the day happened with Gabby B’s stepmother. She mentioned that some of the family in Brazil has Japanese ancestry and connections there. I have Japanese ancestry myself, so that immediately got my attention. We had come together around a children’s book, but the conversation opened up into family history, migration and a relationship between cultures on opposite sides of the world.

Brazil is home to an important Japanese-descended community, a history that many people I meet do not know much about. I have always found that connection interesting. Hearing it mentioned by Gabby’s family made it more than something I had read about. It became a real conversation with real people I had the pleasure of meeting.

A lot of my most memorable encounters work like that. I arrive because I appreciate an artist or want to support a small business, and I end up learning something about where a family came from and what matters to them. You cannot schedule a conversation like that in an event itinerary. It is one of the reasons I make time to listen instead of just rushing to the next photograph.

I had already developed connections through Puerto Rico and the Colombian community. Now, at an event in South Florida, a conversation about Brazil and Japan gave me yet another reminder of how music, families and cultures overlap. You can appreciate those connections without pretending everybody has the same background. The differences are often what make the stories interesting.

## EXPLORICO, CORAL SPRINGS: Where Families, Creativity and Small Business Come Together

Explorico deserves its own part of this article. The Coral Springs business was more than a backdrop for Gabby B’s appearance. From what I saw and heard during the visit, the people behind it are trying to create a welcoming place where children can play, explore, interact and learn while parents feel comfortable being there with them.

I spoke with people connected to the business, including its owners and an educator. I appreciated their enthusiasm and the pride they took in creating that space. We discussed children’s programming, parties, celebrations, multiple locations and ideas for expanding what they offer. As a small-business owner myself, I enjoy meeting other entrepreneurs who are putting effort into building something for their community.

Inside, I noticed child-friendly climbing features, soft mats and spaces for coloring and other activities. The mix of physical play and creative activity impressed me. Children do not all interact with a space in the same way, and it was nice to see a setting with different things for them to do.

One of my strongest impressions was how clean and cared for the facility looked during my visit. I also noticed how happy and enthusiastic the educator and people working there seemed to be. Those details matter. When parents are choosing where to bring their children, they want a setting that feels welcoming and thoughtfully maintained. My impression was that Explorico was putting real care into that environment.

I chose not to take photographs of the children because I did not have permission from their parents. That is important to me when covering a family event. I took my photos with Gabby instead, and I focused on what I could responsibly share about the experience. Being able to take a picture does not always mean you should.

Gabby’s reading fit the setting naturally. She and an educator were sharing a story drawn from her childhood and family, while the surrounding business was built around children learning and interacting. It was a good example of how an independent entertainer and a local business can create an experience that benefits families and introduces them to something new.

I would recommend that families in the Coral Springs area look into Explorico and decide whether its activities fit their children’s needs. My impression on that visit was very positive: clean facilities, engaged staff, plenty for children to explore and a welcoming environment for both parents and kids. Especially today, finding places where families feel comfortable spending time together matters.

Thank you to Gabby B, her family, her team and everyone at Explorico for the hospitality. What made the afternoon memorable was not celebrity status. It was the reading, the signed book, the conversations, the creativity and the care I saw from people doing something meaningful for families.

## GUILLERMO AND THE POKER WORLD: A FRIENDSHIP THAT OUTLASTED A TRIP

Another person I wanted to support during my Florida travels was my friend Guillermo. I first met him years ago while he worked in management at a Florida timeshare property. What started as an ordinary conversation grew into a friendship that continued after we went our separate ways.

Guillermo has been supportive of my GONNAHAPPEN® brand and clothing efforts, and I appreciate that. He is devoted to tournament poker and the patience, strategy and discipline the game requires. During this trip, I spent time around Harrah’s Pompano Beach and the South Florida poker scene connected to his interests.

It matters to me that I am not his manager or sponsor. I am his friend, and I want to see him succeed. In the same way that I wanted to support artists, a family business and the people working at Hilton Grand Vacations, I wanted to encourage someone I know who is putting real effort into his own goals.

Some travel connections last long after the flights and hotel stays are over. That is the best part of knowing people across different industries: you can stay interested in their progress even when the work they do is very different from yours.

## WHAT THE PHOTOS DO NOT SHOW: Building GONNAHAPPEN® Independently

Photos make the trip look easy: a packed venue, a floor ticket, a nice resort or an event with an artist. What they cannot show is how carefully I budgeted, the travel logistics, the solo moments, the photographs I sorted afterward and the time it takes to edit, write and publish everything. I am not backed by a huge company that sends me out on every trip. I do this because I believe experiences and the people behind them are worth documenting.

GONNAHAPPEN® began in 2003, and I acquired it in 2014. I continue to build it independently across media, entertainment, public relations, fashion and lifestyle storytelling. I hold the registered word marks GONNAHAPPEN® and GONNA HAPPEN®, but my favorite part of the work is still getting to know the people who put their energy into music, sport, hospitality, community and business.

I cannot honestly choose one single “best” moment from this trip. Karol G’s encore was exciting for one reason, while seeing Gabby B and an educator read to children was meaningful for another. Suki Waterhouse and Rochelle Jordan reminded me how an artist and a devoted crowd can energize a room. Explorico showed me a family-focused business built around play and learning. Hilton Grand Vacations reminded me why hospitality and my history as an LPGA volunteer matter to me. Guillermo reminded me why friendship and mutual encouragement deserve a place in the story.

What connects them is inspiration and commitment. Each artist, athlete, educator, staff member, entrepreneur and friend I spent time around was pursuing something. In their own ways, they taught me life skills: patience, perseverance, professionalism, cultural curiosity and the importance of treating people well. Even when the interests seem different—reggaeton, indie rock, children’s books, poker and professional golf—the lessons keep overlapping.

I returned to Las Vegas on October 7 with photographs, video, a signed book and stories I could not have fully imagined before leaving. I had planned the trip so I could support people whose work meant something to me. The unexpected gift was how much more I learned about them—and about why I keep building GONNAHAPPEN®—along the way.

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