Travel Tips for Destinations, Cruises, and Disney
Our first overnight in California on our coastal road trip was in the small town of Fort Bragg. I had visited this town before and was excited to show my girls this area’s beautiful coastline. While we only had one night to stop in Fort Bragg, it would be an excellent weekend destination. Here are my picks for the best… Read More
Our first stop on our Northern California road trip was for the Redwood National & State Forest. I’ve been to this part of California three times now, and every time I’m amazed at the beauty and size of these trees. Coastal redwoods can be found from southern Oregon into California. I recommend two specific stops that are the best places… Read More
Last night we had the chance to watch the new Cirque du Soleil show, Crystal. While I wasn’t quite sure what to expect, I came away with a smile on my face and with plenty of muttered wows in the books! I took Mia and her friend Dana, and we all left the show loving what we saw and feeling… Read More
Are you looking for a great resort hotel in San Diego? Perhaps one that has a great beachy feel and offers resort getaway amenities? After my recent stay on Shelter Island at the newly remodeled Kona Kai Resort & Spa, I can say it’s an ideal resort for anyone looking to get a little bit off the beaten path in… Read More
Earlier this month we took advantage of Seattle Museum Month and planned a teen staycation in Seattle. It was the end of Lizzy’s first semester of high school, and I thought she deserved a little celebration. Our weekend in Seattle was filled with sightseeing around many of the popular downtown attractions, getting an up-close look at how glass art is… Read More
If you’re planning a trip to Seattle in February, I have got a huge tip that will save you money on your tickets to local museums. You’ll be able to get into places like Chihuly Garden and Glass, the Seattle Aquarium, and MoPop for half-price. To celebrate the ending of the first semester and to get ready for the final… Read More
Just last year I had my first ever experience traveling to NYC. If you’re an NYC novice like I was, you’re probably trying to figure out how to get to or from JFK and Manhattan. Thanks to having some friends who are NYC experts I got the local’s guide on what’s the best (and cheapest) way to get to Times… Read More
Some of my favorite experiences last year were my Lisbon day trips to Sintra, Belem, and Cascais. Sintra and Belem offer amazing sites that will make anyone fall in love with architecture. Cascais is a seaside town that allows you a chance to soak up some European sun and sea. And they’re all nearby, making them perfect day trips to add… Read More
Even though we’ve lived in the Seattle area for many years now, we haven’t experienced many of the holiday seasonal activities that happen every year around the city. This year, however, we finally visited Snowflake Lane in Bellevue, WA. We had a fabulous time on our overnight getaway and I highly recommend it as a must-do if you’re looking to… Read More
Full disclosure: This is a sponsored post but all opinions are my own. Looking for a great city escape for your next couple’s getaway? Nashville, Tennessee is a fabulous destination to plan your next romantic escape. Plan a trip filled with delicious food, welcoming hotels, and plenty of Nashville attractions to keep you entertained over the weekend. Best of all,… Read More
Considering booking a cruise on the newest Celebrity ship, Edge? There are five things I think you must do on your Celebrity Edge cruise. Find out the perfect spot to read a book, the best kind of cabin, and the one dinner reservation anyone who is a kid-at-heart needs to book! Are you ready to hear about one of the… Read More
If you’re a Hallmark movie fan and you’re planning a trip to Memphis soon, don’t miss these 10 iconic Memphis spots that were mentioned and/or shown in the movie, Christmas at Graceland. I recently had the opportunity to visit Memphis, Tennesee for a few days and during the trip, I got to preview the brand new Hallmark Movie, Christmas at… Read More
