During my visit to Oklahoma City, Okla., I noticed several bakeries around town. This piqued my sweet tooth, and I started inquiring about the best cupcakes in the city. After receiving several referrals for Sara Sara Cupcakes, I made it my mission to sample its delicacies before departing for home. Along the way, I enticed […]
Grab the Girls and Head to Innisbrook
Located near Tampa, Fla., Innisbrook, a Salamander® golf and spa resort, welcomes girlfriends to explore its 900 acres situated just a few miles from the Florida coastline and the Gulf of Mexico. From the top-notch spa to the relaxing nature walk to the many swimming pools, this resort provides more than enough offerings to keep […]
Snow Skiing in North Carolina
When it comes to snow skiing, you automatically think of Vermont, Colorado or Utah, right? Well, push aside any preconceived notions you may have about the South, and re-think your answer. In the high country of North Carolina, three ski destinations offer visitors an experience not unlike that found in the country’s more well-known ski […]
Rock City Lights Up Lookout Mountain at Christmas
Do you have a family Christmas tradition? If so, you are not alone. The holiday season is the perfect time of year to create lifelong family memories. My family lives in Chattanooga, Tenn., and for more than a decade, we’ve included a visit to Rock City on our Christmas tradition list. Starting around Thanksgiving […]
Grapevine, TX: The Christmas Capital of Texas
Last year, I had the pleasure of visiting Grapevine – just minutes from the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport at the beginning of December. It turns out this city is a fantastic place to celebrate the holiday season. With holiday-themed train rides, seasonal entertainment, fun holiday-related activities and holiday decorations as far as the eye can […]
Shake It Off at Shaker Village
I didn’t know much about the Shaker community when I was invited to visit Shaker Village of Pleasant Hill in Harrodsburg, Ky. After a little research online, I decided Shaker Village would be an interesting and informative destination for me and my children, ages 9 and 6. So we, along with my friend Stephanie and […]
Delving Into Mississippi Delta History
As a native Mississippian, you would think I would be well-versed in Mississippi’s rich history. However, because my family moved to Georgia when I was 6, perhaps you can forgive me for not knowing all there is to know about my home state. Recently, though, I had the pleasure to visit the Mississippi Delta region […]
12 Reasons Why New Jersey Rocks
I recently came across a comparison of “2015’s Best and Worst States for Summer Road Trips.” My state, New Jersey, ranked 41st overall and 47th in “fun and scenic attractions.” All I have to say is… “Huh?” The researchers are obviously misinformed, so let me provide this list of the many reasons why New Jersey rocks (in no particular […]
Two NYC Walking Tours Kids Will Love
I’ve been living in the NYC metro area for a long time now, so I didn’t think I had a need for walking tours…until recently. When two invitations for walking tours came my way that had to do with Broadway and desserts, I had a total mind change. So I grabbed the kids and joined […]
A NJ Destination Getaway
Sometimes, you want to get away, but maybe not too far away – that’s when a place like Crystal Springs Resort is just the thing. It has all sorts of fun activities and things to do, both right on property and very nearby. It is a great NJ vacation destination, in the New York Metro […]