In the U.S., New Year’s Eve tends to conjure up images of the ball dropping in Times Square or folks toasting glasses of champagne. Individuals may also have their own unique traditions for the flipping of the calendar. But New Year’s is symbolic of change, which makes a change of scenery for the celebration all the more appealing.
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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…
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.
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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 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…
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…
5 Things to Stock Up On for Emergency Winter Weather
5 Things to Stock Up On for Emergency Winter Weather Winter weather is intense, even in mid-Atlantic states like Maryland. When it comes to winter storms, anything is possible. The Weather Channel and other weather experts do their best to give you as much warning as possible before a massive winter storm hits, but they…
What the REAL ID Act Means For Your Travels In 2016
What the REAL ID Act Means For Your Travels In 2016 If you’re planning to fly after 2015, heads up: A driver’s license might not be sufficient identification for boarding an aircraft, even if you’re flying domestically. That’s because new restrictions on IDs used to board commercial aircraft are slated to take effect sometime in…
Enjoy Hershey At Christmas Time #HersheyparkHappy
Enjoy Hershey At Christmas Time It may be getting cold outside but the fun hasn’t stopped at Hersheypark in Hershey, PA. My family and I were invited to the opening night of Hersheypark Christmas Candylane in mid November for the media night. We have always loved visiting Hersheypark but until this year we’d only visited…
Great Food to Eat When Visiting Chicago (That Aren’t Pizza)
Great Food to Eat When Visiting Chicago (That Aren’t Pizza) Chicago may be synonymous with “deep dish,” but there’s more to this city than thick crusts and mounds of cheese. In addition to striking architectureand gorgeous sunsets, the Windy City boasts a smorgasbord of good eats. 1. Chicago-style Hot Dog What cheesesteaks are to Philly, the Chicago-style hot…
Hopping Up For The Holiday Season
Hopping Up For The Holiday Season Well October is upon us again and with it comes the often dreaded deluge of Christmas music echoing in every store and radio station, not to mention the ever demanding holiday office parties and gatherings with families and friends. Maybe you are not the personality type who dreads the…
8 Things You Need to Know About Breast Cancer
8 Things You Need to Know About Breast Cancer Earlier this month I shared about Breast Cancer Awareness and learning about your month for getting a mammogram. I partnered with Saint Agnes Hospital to share valuable information about breast health and I even interviewed Dr. Diana Griffiths of Saint Agnes Hospital. Read what she had to share…
