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North Shore Vs. South Shore: Accommodation Review
Where you choose to stay depends on what youโd like to do during your Hawaiian vacation. ย Head to the South Shore if you’d prefer some R&R, hotel pampering, and time by the pool.ย This region generally has more predictable sun.ย If youโve envisioned a vacation filled with hiking, beach hopping and swimming in open water,…
Read MoreHow to Spend a Perfect Weekend in Woodstock, Vermont
Explore the town & shops Donโt let the size of this tiny town fool you — you can do as much damage to your credit card here as 5th Ave!ย Iโm happy to report the prices are (mostly) more affordable than a day spent on Manhattanโs shopping avenue, but the stores are still curated for…
Read MoreA Foodie’s Guide to Woodstock, Vermont
A fall getaway means a mission to consume as many fall flavors as possible.ย I love all things pumpkin, squash, and cider.ย Hello to warm, gooey, and sweet!ย The restaurants in Woodstock are armed and ready to serve and satisfy that flavor profile at this time of year.ย Hereโs where I went, and also some…
Read MoreLuxury Hotel Review: The Woodstock Inn
If youโre heading to Woodstock to check out the town, chances are you will run into the Woodstock Inn — just as the wood covered bridges and the charming main street make every touristsโ โmust seeโ Woodstock list, this particular inn has become symbolic of Vermont classic luxury and comfort, and is an iconic part…
Read MoreA Fall Guide to Woodstock, Vermont
Cruising through Vermont during fall foliage season has always been at the โpeakโ of my bucket list.ย Although I live in Connecticut and enjoy gorgeous autumn colors here as well, the allure of the reds and oranges further north, and the promise of quintessential โGilmore Girlsโ type towns, has always had me itching to plan…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Sedona and Scottsdale
Weโve visited Arizona more than other destination -โ 4 times so far! ย Why do we keep returning? ย Simply because we just really love it. ย Itย has dependable weather, incredible hiking, delicious food, and all around relaxing vibes. ย If it wasnโt unbearably hot in the summers, my husband might convince me to move there. ย If youโre searching…
Read MoreWeekend 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.ย In just a few short days, I completely revamped our itinerary to instead visit Santa Barbara.ย We ended up falling in love with…
Read MoreFlorence & Tuscany Travel Guide with a Baby
Itโs hard to find the words to properly convey how special Italy is.ย 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, and walk through the colorful historical streets of Florence, Lucca, and Siena.ย And if…
Read MoreThe 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 โmust seeโ things, but also personalized our trip based on our input and desire for a combination of history and adventure. ย She enriched each day by introducing us to local friends, giving…
Read MoreLuxury 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. ย I opted for the old city Sultanahmet location, but have heard wonderful reviews of its sister hotel too. ย You can’t go wrong with either choice, and each has its advantages. Option…
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