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A Fall Guide to Woodstock, Vermont

Cruising through Vermont during fall foliage season has always been at the "peak" of my bucket list.  Although I live in Connecticut and enjoy gorgeous autumn colors here as well, the allure of the reds and oranges further north, and the ...
top 10 hotel pools

Top 10 Hotel Pools

We may be heading into autumn over here in the U.S., but like the saying, “It’s 5 o’clock somewhere,” the same mentality applies to pool-hopping.  It’s warm...somewhere...and it’s never too early to start pool-pondering, and planning a future vacation. Humans have ...
Sedona Scottsdale

The Ultimate Guide to Sedona and Scottsdale

We've visited Arizona more than other destination -- 4 times so far!  Why do we keep returning?  Simply because we just really love it.  It has dependable weather, incredible hiking, delicious food, and all around relaxing vibes.  If it wasn't unbearably hot ...
Santa Barbara and Monterey

Weekend Guide to Santa Barbara With Kids

In the fall of 2019, we had a long weekend vacation booked in Napa with our 17 month old; however, the devastating fires at the time forced us to cancel our trip.  In just a few short days, I completely revamped ...
Florence

Florence & Tuscany Travel Guide with a Baby

It's hard to find the words to properly convey how special Italy is.  The cities and towns are picture-postcard perfect, especially in Tuscany where you can let your imagination run wild exploring Medieval towers, stare for hours at the rolling hilltops, ...

The Most Exciting Things to do in Cappadocia

If possible, I loved our itinerary for Cappadocia even more than Istanbul. Pelin, our guide from SRM Travel, not only showed us the "must see" things, but also personalized our trip based on our input and desire for a combination of ...

Luxury Hotel Review: Four Seasons Sultanahmet

The Four Seasons owns two stunning properties in Istanbul -- one resides in the old city Sultanahmet, and one sits directly on the Bosphorus.  I opted for the old city Sultanahmet location, but have heard wonderful reviews of its sister hotel ...
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5 Reasons to Celebrate Your Next Holiday at a Luxury Villa in Sicily

In January, something peculiar happens to the human brain.     We start to forget the absolute, sheer mayhem that was the holiday season.      ...
polignano a mare

Discover the 11 Very Best Places in Puglia – Italy’s Rising Star

There's a theme in all of Puglia that goes like this:  Relax, roam, discover, dine, and repeat.     Right now, the travel world is ...
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Villas in Puglia are Serving Up the Sweet Life

Move over Tuscany -- there's a new star on Italy's travel map, and it comes complete with sun-soaked villas set amid Puglia's captivating landscape. ...

A Guide to Disney World for First Timers

Moms - you can do this.     You've grown your baby, you've been there through the night wakings, through the potty training, through the ...
luxury spring break destination

8 Luxury Spring Break Destinations For Families

Ohhh…Spring break.    These two words conjure up images of long airport lines, crowded pools, partying college kids, loud music…and bad decisions.     Hey ...
copenhagen guide - 15 cheerful things to do in copenhagen in winter

Copenhagen Guide: 15 Festive Things to Do in Winter

Where can you travel in winter where the temperature may indeed plummet, but the people party on?  Come see how the Danes do it! ...
mayflower inn and spa

It’s Time to Book This Romantic Countryside Getaway in CT: The Mayflower Inn and Spa

If I had one piece of advice for moms and dads looking to escape for a romantic getaway in CT at the Mayflower Inn ...
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