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5 Reasons to Visit Cape May with Kids
Itโs the start of the race. Youโre kneeling on the track, ready for the crack of the pistol to go off. Youโre ready to start sprinting into planning your next vacation, but COVID confusion has filled your head filled with questions. Weโre all having the same thoughts, but Iโm a glass half full kind of gal.
Read MoreThe Ultimate Rome Travel Guide
They say all roads lead to Rome. ย Twelve years ago I felt the pull of the Eternal City as I selected my study abroad location.ย As a history major, it doesnโt get any cooler than studying THE empire on its home turf. ย My time overseas ignited my passion for travel โ I wanted to see…
Read MoreTop 10 things to do in Rome
Spend a day at the Colosseum and Roman Forum:ย ย Walking through the Colosseum and Roman Forum brings the term โfield tripโ to a whole new level.ย There arenโt many cities that have such significant ancient structures still standing and available for touring. ย It may not look quite the same from 2,000 years ago, but youโll…
Read MoreA Local’s Guide to Best Restaurants in Rome
When it comes to eating Italian food, there is the Holy Trinity to think about: pasta, pizza, and gelato. Rome is the type of city where you can easily find a delicious restaurant around every corner — my recommendations could be endless. ย However, in the spirit of the Italian food Holy Trinity, I’ve included my…
Read MoreLuxury Hotel Review: Hotel Hassler
I have a confession to make. This rooftop picture of the city, taken from the balcony of Hotel Hassler, was snapped about 3 years before I was an actual hotel guest.ย Sorry Hotel Hassler…I snuck in and just had to see the views!ย I made a mad dash for the elevator, convinced someone I was…
Read MoreUltimate Family Vacation Guide to Jackson Hole
I was born in Salt Lake City, so for me itโs always felt a smidge disloyal to entertain the idea that another ski mecca in the U.S. can hold a candle to the Rockies in Utah. However, even as a Utah native, Iโll admit that if youโve got your eye on Jackson Hole as a…
Read MoreFamily Winter Weekend in Lake Placid
Some posts are about the majesty of the Alps, some are about the pace of a bike tour through London. This post is about taking a couple of days to chill โ in the time of COVID.
Read MoreAn Epic Kauai Travel Guide
Sorry Kauaians โ Iโm going to let the secret out: Kauai is a canโt miss destination in the Hawaiian island experience.ย Before traveling to the โGarden Isle,โ I had previously visited Maui (one of the more popular picks), and could not have imagined a more mesmerizing island escape.ย While Mauiโs fame is well deserved, Kauaiโs…
Read MoreThe Best Activities in Kauai
Nepali Coast By Air: If you travel to Kauai, one common thread of advice youโll hear is to see the Nepali Coast 3 different ways: by air, by sea, and by land walking along the Kalalau trail.ย Although all 3 excursions were unforgettable, if I could only choose one, I’d hop onboard the helicopter ride.…
Read MoreFavorite Eats in Kauai
Kauai is an island that highlights local, local, local!ย You wonโt find the Hawaiian equivalent of Nobu on this island, but youโll experience native dishes that focus on regional flavors and a laid back-island style of cooking.ย Think farm-stands, fresh fruit, smoothies, taco trucks, and seafood galore! Most of my foodie favorites were located…
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