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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.      As soon as the New Year rolls around, it all feels like a dream.  In March, we're ...
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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 just waking up to this mysterious side of Italy.     With its seductive landscapes and calming blue ...
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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.   It doesn't matter how many times you've been to Italy, if you haven't laid eyes on ...

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 first day of school fears, through the friendship making.  Now, your little bundle of joy is a ...
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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 Moms!  What if I were to tell you that luxury spring break destinations for families really do exist.  ...
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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!   When winter arrives, the chill takes over Copenhagen, and the "hygge" spirit comes alive - that's ...
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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 and Spa, it would be this...   Extend the babysitter coverage and book one more day!  Trust ...

Luxury Rental Review: Bardi Apartment

As mentioned in this post about Florence/Tuscany, renting an apartment is an absolute cost saver, compared to the cost of a hotel room during ...
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Family Friendly Restaurant Guide for Whistler

Breakfast: Before you hit the slopes, stop by Wildflower Grill at the Fairmont Hotel.  I had a hard time deciding between the buffet, or the ...

The Top Whistler Winter Adventures with kids

If you're headed to Whistler there is plenty to keep your day filled, besides skiing or snowboarding! I have visited three times and have ...
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Luxury Hotel Review: Fairmont Chateau Whistler

Fairmont Chateau First impressions: If you're itching for a mountain escape that offers that quintessential winter lodge, cozy-up-by-the-fire feel, then look no further...head to ...
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What to Pack for a Ski Trip

So you’ve booked your ski trip and now it’s time to pack? A winter trip hopefully means you’ll get to cozy up by the ...
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Whistler with Kids Winter Guide

Whistler checks the boxes for many different types of travelers and one of my favorite wintertime destinations for families.  If you're looking for adventure, ...
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