Posts Tagged ‘hiking’
8 Luxury Spring Break Destinations For Families
OhhhโฆSpring break.ย These two words conjure up images of long airport lines, crowded pools, partying college kids, loud musicโฆand bad decisions.ย ย Hey Moms!ย What if I were to tell you that luxury spring break destinations for familiesย really do exist.ย Ones where you donโt have to fight a 21 year-old for the floatie in…
Read MoreIt’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! ย Trust me. ย ย The Mayflower Inn and Spa, an Auberge Collection resort, sits…
Read MoreWeekend Guide: 10 Things to Do in Stowe, VT
It has been one of my dreams to see Vermontโs fall foliage bursting through the trees, illuminating the Green Mountains into shades of honey gold, fiery red, and pumpkin orange.ย Guess what?ย Itโs still just a dream. So farโฆthereโs been 3 trips northโฆand 3 swings and a miss! ย Timing a trip for…
Read MoreRomantic Vermont Getaway to Twin Farms
He surprised me with a card on a Friday night.ย ย Inside were cutesy vague instructions: I had 24 hours to pack, and 48 hours of a romantic Vermont getaway to look forward to.ย Hotel not yet disclosed.ย After 20 minutes of me begging for a hint (delaying โvacation-gratificationโ is not my fortรฉ),…
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 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 MoreThe Ultimate Guide to Turkey: Istanbul and Cappadocia
Our vacation to Istanbul and Cappadocia was an intentional stretch into something more exotic.ย Istanbul has often been referred to as, โthe crossroads of civilizationsโ for good reason โ the culture is a blend of both European and Islamic influences, drawing from its rich history of Ottoman, Byzantine and Roman influences.ย This union is apparent…
Read MoreThe Ultimate Family Vacation Guide to Highway 1: Big Sur, Pebble Beach, Carmel
So you want to take your family on a road-trip down the Pacific Coast Highway?ย This ultimate family vacation guide along Highway 1 will help you plan for it โ focusing specifically on the areas of Pebble Beach, Big Sur, and Carmel-by-the-Sea.ย ย Why should you zero in on this stretch of the PCH?ย Even…
Read MoreWhistler with Kids Winter Guide
Whistler checks the boxes for many different types of travelers and one of my favorite wintertime destinations for families. ย If youโre looking for adventure, the skiing and hiking are some of the best with plenty of kid-friendly trails. ย If you prefer to rest and relax, youโll find that cozy lodge atmosphere where everyone can enjoy…
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