Save on Scott Products Without Clipping Coupons Guests are already starting to arrive, visiting family members all around the country getting ready to celebrate Christmas. You probably have a shopping list a whole mile long, so saving money on small items like toilet paper and paper towels from Scott is probably the last thing on…
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How to Host a Successful Cookie Exchange
How to Host a Successful Cookie Exchange Christmas is less that four days away and I can’t wait because this year my family decided to host a Cookie Exchange. We’ve done it before in the past, but I did all of the baking and just handed out cookies to my family, this year we are…
Soft Baked Peppermint Chocolate Sugar Cookies
Our family cookie exchange is quickly approaching and I’ve been looking for different recipes to try with the family. I plan to make a Twix Cookie for the first time (be sure to check back for that recipe) and some sweet treats we had growing up as kids in Trinidad. I recently tried baking…
The World’s Best Cities For Traveling Solo
There’s nothing like deciding to explore the world, striking out on your own, and doing just exactly what you want to do. But when you start to consider the options, it can be a bit overwhelming. So, rather than start with the whole world and try narrowing it down from there (good luck), why not start with a carefully curated list of globetrotter-approved locales guaranteed to be worth the trip? In answer to that question, here’s a roundup of four adventure-packed spots to inspire your further rumination on the topic.
4 Epic Cabin Vacations in North America
4 Epic Cabin Vacations in North America Forget all-inclusives, four-star hotels, and budget-friendly hostels. Luxurious cabins are now the new traveler’s dream, and they’re popping up all around the world for anyone with a wanderlust itch. The growth in our cabin obsession is in part thanks to the recent explosion of Cabin Porn, a tumblr…
Independent Hotels in Ocean City
Independent Hotels in Ocean City Peak season in Ocean City, MD is during the summer months, however travelers can take advantage of cheaper winter prices while visiting the area. If you’re looking for hotels in Ocean City, be sure to check out what these five independent hotels have to offer. Fenwick Inn Image by Mindy…
Five Ways I Deal With Stress During the Holidays
Five Ways I Deal With Stress During the Holidays It can get very stressful during the holidays, with shopping for gifts, preparing meals, visiting with family and friends, not to mention all the busy stores. It doesn’t take much for you to go from relaxed and mellow to stressed to the max. There are various…
Top Independent Hotels in Phoenix
Top Independent Hotels in Phoenix With winter pounding on our door on the east coast I am dreaming of warmer weather and sunshine. Phoenix has always been high on my list of cities to visit and if you’re like me and looking for an escape, check out these top independent hotels in Phoenix. Upscale Accommodations…
Mississippi Wins Christmas with the Polar Express
Mississippi Wins Christmas with the Polar Express “The Polar Express” is coming to life in Batesville, Mississippi this winter. While the classic children’s book was first animated on the big screen in 2004, the real life version will operate at select times between November 20 and December 27 this year, reports Travel Pulse. The Christmas-themed train is…
Unique Boutique Style Casino Hotels in Louisiana
Unique Boutique Style Casino Hotels in Louisiana When I think about Louisiana, I think about Mardi Gras, exotic cuisine and a thriving night life. Finding the right hotel could be tricky but if you’re visiting Louisiana for any reason, check out these unique boutique style casino hotels, where the casino is just part of the package….
Top Choice Boutique Hotels in Charlotte
Top Choice Boutique Hotels in Charlotte Charlotte is such a beautiful city to visit, it has the perfect mix of southern charm with some east coast flair. I just love visiting the city but when I do I like to find the boutique style hotels. Here’s five top choice boutique hotels in Charlotte. Vintage Decor…
That Was In My Hotel Bed
That Was In My Hotel Bed There’s no better feeling than coming back to a freshly cleaned hotel room. After a long day attending a conference or sight-seeing in a new city, we take off our shoes, turn on the TV, hop up on the bed, and… catch something scurrying across the sheets. Wait a…
Creative Marshmallow Recipes
Creative Marshmallow Recipes During special occasions, it is a good idea to concoct innovative recipes to make eating time more festive. Two recipes that will please the whole family are: homemade marshmallows with chocolate sauce and BBQ marshmallows with raspberry sauce. Marshmallows, chocolates and raspberries are prime favorite treats so the desserts will be a…
Home Energy Savings Made Easy (Infographic)
Home Energy Savings Made Easy (Infographic) About $2,000 of most American’s money goes toward their home energy bill. Fortunately, there are many ways that you can save on your monthly energy bills including both big and small changes. If you want to go big, consider buying new Energy Star appliances for your home. Energy Star…
What To Do if Something Gets Stolen for Your Luggage at the Airport
What To Do if Something Gets Stolen for Your Luggage at the Airport A TSA agent at New York’s JFK International Airport made headlines this week for stealing a $7,000 luxury watch that a passenger accidentally left in security. This isn’t the first time the TSA has been charged with theft. A 2012 ABC News investigation revealed…